Superintendent

 

Location: Charlotte, NC

 

Compensation: $80,000 to $110,000 + project-based performance bonuses

 

Why this role matters

 

This Superintendent is the steady hand that keeps commercial projects moving forward in the real world. You are the field leader from mobilization to closeout, coordinating trades, protecting the schedule, and addressing issues before they turn into delays. This role carries real responsibility and real authority — nothing moves forward in the field without your sign-off.

 

Who You Are

 

You don't wait for issues to surface — you're already addressing them. You walk every site with a plan in your head, the details in view, and the right call ready to make. You build momentum, and you protect it.

 

Field ownership

 

You own the jobsite. From day one to final turnover, you are accountable for:

 

ScheduleQualitySafetyTrade coordinationDay-to-day field executionThis role is built for Superintendents who want true ownership, not just responsibility.

 

What You'll Do

 

Lead daily jobsite operations from mobilization through closeoutPlan and manage sequencing, manpower, and weekly lookaheadsCoordinate subcontractors, inspections, and material deliveriesMaintain safety, cleanliness, and organization across the siteRun daily huddles and weekly trade meetings with clear expectationsTrack milestones, progress, and field productivityMaintain accurate daily logs, photos, and documentationCommunicate clearly with the project team and leadership — no surprises, no scramblingIdentify risks, conflicts, and gaps earlyManage urban logistics and tight-footprint conditionsEnsure work is executed intentionally so time does not kill margin

 

Closeout

 

Drive punch lists to completion — not delayCoordinate final inspections and certificates of occupancyLead final trade walks and as-built coordinationDeliver a professional, organized turnover to ownership

 

What You Bring

 

10+ years as a commercial Superintendent or field leaderExperience with adaptive reuse, urban infill, or complex commercial projectsStrong sequencing and field coordination skillsConfidence managing tight sites, active environments, and multiple tradesFamiliarity with Procore, Buildertrend, or similar toolsOSHA 30 (or willingness to complete)Professional presence on the jobsite and with partners

 

Traits that matter

 

Schedule-driven — you know time kills marginDetail-oriented and organizedAdaptable in fast-moving environmentsSolution-minded under pressurePrideful about craftsmanship and outcomes

 

How You Lead

 

You're decisive and accountableYou lead with respect, not volumeYou hold trades to high standards while protecting relationshipsYour jobsites feel different — because they are

 

What You're Building

 

Adaptive reuse projectsUrban infill sitesTight footprints with complex conditionsCommercial environments that demand precision

 

Compensation, benefits, and growth

 

Competitive base salaryProject-based performance bonusesTools, technology, and travel coveredHealth, dental, and vision insurance401(k) planA clear path to Senior Superintendent or Construction Director

 

About the team and culture

 

Our client is an architect-led design, build, and development firm focused on transforming underutilized urban spaces into high-performing commercial environments. With deep experience in adaptive reuse, urban infill, and complex commercial projects, they operate throughout Florida and the Carolinas. Their Charlotte office runs with a development-first mindset — structuring high-potential deals, executing them through an in-house design-build platform, and earning equity through performance. Leadership is intentional about building strong relationships across teams and offices, creating alignment through collaboration and trust. That mindset shows up on the jobsite as better communication, stronger teamwork, and a higher standard of execution.

 

At Framework, we keep it simple:

 

We connect great people with great builders. We're not just filling seats — we're helping construction professionals find real opportunities with companies that value what they bring to the table. Our candidates trust us because we're honest, we follow through, and we never push roles that aren't the right fit. We take the time to understand where you're coming from and where you want to go. On the flip side, our clients count on us to bring high-quality people who are the real deal — both in skill and character. They'll tell you we just get it. We're proud to be the kind of recruiters who do what's right, not what's easy, and we make sure it's a win for everyone involved.