Architectural Engineering, CPR Certification, Change Requests/Orders, Commercial Construction, Construction, Cost Control, Engineering Drawing, First Aid, Healthcare, Leadership, Logistics, Materials Management, Mentoring, Microsoft Project, OSHA, Primavera, Procurement Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Retail, Safety/Work Safety, Scaffolding, Schedule Development
Construction Superintendent Commercial Projects
Our client, a well-established leader in commercial construction, is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee high-impact projects from groundwork to final walkthrough. This is a hands-on field leadership role focused on delivering quality, safety, and schedule adherence on complex builds including office towers, retail centers, healthcare facilities, and institutional developments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Direct all on-site activities, coordinating subcontractors, vendors, and in-house crews to maintain aggressive timelines
- Enforce strict safety protocols and OSHA compliance; conduct regular toolbox talks and site audits
- Review and interpret architectural/engineering drawings, RFIs, and change orders in real time
- Manage material procurement, equipment logistics, and waste removal to control costs and avoid delays
- Implement daily reporting via Procore (or similar) including progress photos, manpower logs, and weather impacts
- Proactively resolve field conflicts, punch-list items, and owner/architect concerns before they escalate
- Mentor junior superintendents and lead by example in workmanship and professionalism
Required Qualifications:
- 7+ years as a lead superintendent on $15M+ commercial ground-up or major renovation projects
- Proven track record with tilt-wall, steel-frame, and curtainwall systems
- Expert-level scheduling skills (Primavera P6 or MS Project) and ability to recover slipped milestones
- Current OSHA 30-Hour, First Aid/CPR, and scaffold competency certifications
- Strong references from GCs, owners, and architects on past performance
- Local market knowledge (Carolinas preferred) with established subcontractor relationships
Compensation & Benefits:
- Highly competitive base salary (commensurate with project portfolio)
- Performance bonuses tied to schedule, safety, and profit margins
- Company truck/fuel card, per diem on remote projects
- Full medical, 401(k) with match, PTO, and continued training