Superintendent

Superintendent

Reports To: General Superintendent

Leads: Working Foremen, Carpenters, and Laborers

Role Overview

The Superintendent is responsible for leading all on-site construction activities from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to client expectations. This role provides day-to-day field leadership, manages subcontractors and self-perform crews, enforces safety and quality standards, and coordinates closely with the Project Manager and project team.

Key Responsibilities

Safety

• Develop and implement site-specific safety, logistics, and orientation plans
• Conduct daily safety inspections and enforce corrective actions
• Maintain all required safety documentation, licenses, certifications, and SDS information on site
• Lead toolbox talks and daily stretch-and-flex meetings
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with OSHA regulations and project safety requirements
• Enforce consistent use of PPE and serve as the OSHA competent person as required
• Report and document all jobsite incidents and injuries in a timely manner

Quality Control

• Verify installed work aligns with approved submittals and manufacturer requirements
• Perform daily inspections of completed work
• Identify deficiencies, notify subcontractors, and track corrective actions
• Coordinate inspections and act as liaison with inspectors and authorities
• Maintain organized and accessible site documentation

Preconstruction

• Assist with bid schedules, logistics planning, and overall project scheduling
• Review drawings for constructability and potential value-engineering opportunities
• Provide input on subcontractor performance and sequencing

Construction Operations

• Coordinate pre-mobilization activities with the project team
• Create, track, and update three-week look-ahead schedules
• Maintain the overall project schedule and ensure work aligns with contract requirements
• Manage subcontractors according to scope, schedule, and contractual commitments
• Supervise Assistant Superintendents, forepersons, and self-perform crews
• Complete accurate daily reports and jobsite documentation
• Communicate schedule impacts, scope changes, and performance issues to the Project Manager
• Assist with change order management and review time-and-material tickets
• Coordinate punch list and closeout activities with the project team

Communication

• Participate in internal project meetings including kickoff, operations, closeout, and post-project reviews
• Lead or attend weekly owner, subcontractor, and foreman meetings to coordinate progress and resolve issues

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Superintendent on construction projects
• Experience managing projects ranging from small renovations to large commercial builds
• Strong knowledge of construction means, methods, materials, and safety practices
• Proficiency with construction management and scheduling software
• OSHA 30 certification preferred
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Combination of office and active jobsite environments
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and work outdoors in varying conditions
• Exposure to typical construction site noise and activity