Lead Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Superintendent – Ground-Up Multifamily Construction

Project Location: Pueblo of Acoma, NM (Approx. 1.5 hours west of Albuquerque)
Salary: $120,000 – $140,000 base + bonuses
Travel: Regional Southwest Projects

About the Opportunity

Our client, an established and well-respected commercial general contractor with over 50 years of experience , is seeking a Lead Superintendent to oversee a ground-up multifamily community project located on the Pueblo of Acoma in New Mexico .

This role will lead the project from site work through completion , ensuring strong jobsite leadership, quality construction, and on-time project delivery. The project is approximately $8M and will consist of a multi-building residential community with full site development .

Once this project is completed, the superintendent will transition into larger ground-up commercial construction projects within the company’s pipeline across the Southwest.

This role is ideal for a hands-on field leader who takes ownership of the jobsite, leads subcontractors effectively, and maintains strong daily oversight of construction activities.

Position Overview

The Lead Superintendent will manage all field operations from start to finish , including site work, vertical construction, subcontractor coordination, safety compliance, and schedule management.

Construction is expected to begin with site work in April and vertical construction beginning in August , so the ideal candidate is able to start within the next 2–4 weeks .

After successful completion of this project, the individual will have the opportunity to move into larger commercial ground-up projects as part of the company’s long-term growth and project pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all on-site construction activities from site work through project completion
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and project stakeholders
• Maintain the project schedule and ensure milestone targets are met
• Develop and manage look-ahead schedules and master project schedules
• Conduct daily jobsite walkthroughs and quality inspections
• Ensure safety compliance and enforce OSHA safety standards
• Oversee site logistics, sequencing, and trade coordination
• Work closely with project managers, architects, and ownership representatives
• Manage RFIs, submittals, inspections, and field documentation
• Track progress and proactively identify and solve field issues
• Maintain strong communication with project leadership and stakeholders
• Lead by example and maintain a professional, organized jobsite

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a Superintendent for a general contractor
• Proven experience managing ground-up commercial or multifamily projects
• Experience overseeing site development and vertical construction
• Strong leadership and jobsite management skills
• Ability to effectively manage subcontractors and maintain project momentum
• Experience working on regional or remote projects preferred

Preferred Experience

• Ground-up multifamily or garden-style residential communities
• Commercial ground-up construction (office, mixed-use, etc.)
• Experience managing civil/site work coordination
• Experience with look-ahead scheduling and milestone tracking
• Familiarity with project scheduling tools such as MS Project

Software / Certifications

• Procore
• Bluebeam
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Microsoft Project (preferred)
• OSHA 30 Certification

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $120,000 – $140,000 depending on experience
• Annual performance and profitability bonuses
• Company truck
• Gas card
• Company phone and computer

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off

Housing or RV accommodations may be available for candidates relocating or traveling for the project.

Why This Opportunity

• Lead a ground-up multifamily project from start to finish
• Opportunity to transition into larger commercial construction projects after completion
• Join a well-established contractor with a strong project pipeline
• Work on impactful projects across the Southwest
• Take full ownership of a jobsite and lead project delivery