Superintendent | Commercial Construction

Job Description

Superintendent | Commercial Construction

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Location: Indianapolis, IN

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Job Type: Full-Time

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Work Arrangement: Field-Based

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Compensation: Depending on Experience (DOE)

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About the Company

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Our client is an established commercial construction company specializing in new construction, renovations, and restoration projects . The company works across a variety of commercial environments, including occupied and historic buildings, with a strong focus on safety, quality workmanship, and effective project coordination.

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About the Role

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We are seeking an experienced Superintendent to oversee daily field operations for commercial construction projects throughout the Indianapolis area.

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The Superintendent will take ownership of jobsite safety, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, quality control, field productivity, and daily project execution , while working closely with the Project Manager to keep projects on schedule and within established requirements.

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The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with a commercial general contractor , particularly on renovation, restoration, or occupied-building projects.

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Key Responsibilities

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Jobsite Operations & Leadership

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• Manage daily construction site operations, including scheduling, crew coordination, housekeeping, and productivity.
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• Coordinate subcontractors and self-performed crews to maintain efficient workflow.
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• Monitor field activities and address issues affecting schedule, quality, or productivity.
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• Maintain an organized jobsite and ensure work follows project plans and specifications.
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• Communicate field progress, challenges, and schedule concerns to the Project Manager.
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Scheduling & Coordination

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• Develop, maintain, and execute three-week look-ahead schedules in coordination with the Project Manager.
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• Coordinate trade sequencing, material availability, inspections, and site access.
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• Monitor progress against project milestones and identify potential delays.
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• Work with subcontractors to resolve scheduling conflicts.
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• Coordinate project phasing and access requirements with facility staff.
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Safety & Quality Control

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• Enforce jobsite safety procedures and maintain a safe working environment.
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• Monitor housekeeping and ensure work areas remain clean and organized.
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• Inspect subcontractor work for compliance with plans, specifications, and quality standards.
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• Identify deficiencies and coordinate timely corrective action.
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• Support inspections and ensure outstanding issues are resolved before closeout.
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Renovation & Occupied-Building Construction

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• Coordinate construction activities in occupied buildings while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.
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• Protect existing structures, finishes, equipment, and occupied areas.
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• Manage barriers, access restrictions, sequencing, and phased construction.
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• Communicate schedule changes and potential disruptions to facility representatives.
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Documentation & Reporting

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• Prepare accurate daily construction reports and maintain field records.
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• Track subcontractor progress, site conditions, inspections, and outstanding issues.
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• Coordinate punch-list activities and monitor corrective work.
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• Keep the Project Manager and owner informed of project progress and upcoming activities.
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Qualifications

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• 5+ years of experience as a Superintendent or Lead Foreman for a commercial general contractor.
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• Experience with commercial renovations, restoration, or occupied-building construction .
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• OSHA 30 certification or willingness to obtain it.
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• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
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• Experience coordinating subcontractors, crews, inspections, and field schedules.
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• Familiarity with three-week look-ahead scheduling, daily reporting, and construction management tools .
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• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
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• Ability to manage competing field priorities while maintaining safety and quality.
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• Must live within commuting distance of Indianapolis, Indiana .
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Work Environment

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• Full-time, field-based position in the Indianapolis area.
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• Regular presence on active commercial construction sites.
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• Projects may include occupied buildings, historic properties, and facilities requiring phased construction .
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• Requires walking jobsites, inspecting work, navigating uneven surfaces, and working in varying site and weather conditions.
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Why Join Us?

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• Lead field operations on diverse commercial construction and renovation projects.
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• Work closely with Project Managers, subcontractors, and client facility teams.
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• Take ownership of jobsite safety, scheduling, quality, and daily execution.
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• Gain valuable experience with occupied facilities and existing structures.
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• Opportunity to play a key role in successful project delivery.
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