Construction Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily onsite operations for large or complex construction projects.
• Develop and manage short-interval schedules, sequencing, and look-ahead plans.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, field crews, and onsite personnel.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient job site.
• Enforce company and OSHA safety standards at all times.
• Conduct site safety meetings, toolbox talks, and regular inspections.
• Investigate and document incidents, implementing corrective measures where needed.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and ensure full compliance.
• Ensure work meets contract specifications, drawings, building codes, and industry standards.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality checks.
• Identify potential issues early and resolve them to prevent delays or cost overruns.
• Monitor progress daily and update schedules accordingly.
• Work with project managers to track milestones, manage changes, and mitigate schedule risks.
• Review subcontractor productivity and recommend solutions to improve efficiencies.
• Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and inspectors.
• Participate in progress meetings and provide accurate updates on project status.
• Collaborate closely with the project manager to address technical issues, RFI responses, and change management.
• Maintain daily reports, logs, field documentation, and safety records.
• Ensure accurate recording of manpower, equipment usage, deliveries, and site activities.
• Support closeout activities including punch lists, inspections, and turnover documentation.

Qualifications:

• 8–15+ years of construction experience, with at least 3–5 years in a superintendent or senior superintendent role.
• Experience with large-scale commercial, industrial, or multifamily projects (modify as needed).
• OSHA 30 certification required; additional safety credentials preferred.
• Expert knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, building systems, and industry codes.
• Strong leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and technical documents.
• Proficient with scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project) and construction management platforms (e.g., Procore, Autodesk Build).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make sound decisions under pressure.