Site Superintendent

Site Superintendent

Mid-Atlantic Region (Regional Project Sites)

Our client is a leading general contractor with a fast-growing team. They are seeking an experienced, proactive Site Superintendent to lead on-site execution for high-capacity, industrial facility buildouts. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality, fully functional design-build facilities through deep technical equipment knowledge, rigorous subcontractor oversight, and a strong culture of safety and teamwork.

The ideal candidate brings a humble, self-motivated approach, deep mechanical/millwright expertise, and the ability to maintain strong, uplifting communication with clients, trade partners, and engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

On-Site Execution & Schedule Leadership

• Direct daily job-site operations, trade sequencing, and construction processes to ensure projects are delivered on time and according to design specifications.

• Manage the safe and efficient utilization of rental equipment, mobile cranes, and mechanical/electric hoisting systems.

• Maintain constant visibility over project milestones; proactively communicate potential schedule adjustments or site challenges to Project Managers and subcontractors.

• Act as the first line of defense for scope management promptly identifying variances and ensuring trade contractors communicate cost changes before proceeding with work.

Safety Culture & Quality Assurance

• Champion a zero-incident safety culture by leading by example, enforcing 100% compliance with company and client safety protocols, and conducting on-site safety orientations.

• Perform structured quality control audits at regular intervals throughout the construction lifecycle, verifying work against engineering prints, approval drawings, and equipment specifications.

• Review construction documentation and provide practical, buildability feedback to the internal engineering and design team.

• Evaluate subcontractor capabilities, allocate oversight accordingly, identify field training opportunities, and foster a collaborative environment grounded in clear expectations and accountability.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Extensive hands-on supervisory experience in large-scale agricultural, industrial, or bulk processing construction projects.

• Advanced working knowledge of core industrial construction methods: structural steel erection, excavation, millwright operations, and mechanical equipment installation.

• Strong plan-reading skills with the ability to interpret complex architectural, structural, and equipment layout drawings.

• Working knowledge of basic metal fabrication and field assembly practices.

• High proficiency in heavy rigging, hoisting, and crane pick plans using winches and crane equipment.

• Must be capable of safely climbing vertically and working at elevated heights in excess of 150 feet.

• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs / 35 kg; ability to stand, walk, and inspect active job sites across extended periods and varying weather conditions.