Superintendent - Commercial Construction

Cogent Talent Solutions
  • Tulsa, Oklahoma
  • $80,000–$100,000 Per Year
3 days ago

Job Description

Position Summary
The Superintendent is responsible for managing and coordinating all on-site activities for assigned construction projects. This includes overseeing subcontractors, enforcing safety and quality standards, maintaining schedules, and ensuring compliance with project plans and specifications. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a deep understanding of construction field operations and a proactive, team-oriented approach.

Key Responsibilities

Field Supervision & Execution
  • Manage day-to-day job site operations, ensuring smooth workflow and productivity.
  • Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, vendors, and field labor.
  • Enforce adherence to project drawings, specifications, and quality expectations.
Schedule Management
  • Assist the project team in developing and maintaining the construction schedule.
  • Monitor daily progress and implement adjustments to stay on track.
  • Communicate scheduling needs and conflicts to the Project Manager.
Safety & Compliance
  • Promote and enforce safety policies and OSHA standards.
  • Conduct daily safety meetings, site inspections, and maintain safety documentation.
  • Identify and correct unsafe work practices immediately.
Quality Control
  • Perform daily inspections to ensure work meets or exceeds quality standards.
  • Identify and address any construction deficiencies or non-conformities.
  • Assist in punch list development and project closeout.
Documentation & Reporting
  • Maintain accurate daily logs, including labor, equipment, weather, and progress.
  • Report job site issues, delays, or changes to the Project Manager in a timely manner.
  • Assist with RFI and submittal coordination as needed.

Requirements and Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required; additional training or certifications in construction management preferred.
  • 5–8 years of experience in commercial or industrial construction, including 2+ years as a Foreman or Assistant Superintendent.
  • Experience working on projects in the $2M–$20M+ range preferred.
  • Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and schedules.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
  • Proficiency with field management tools and software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Construct Connect, Quick Bid, MS Project).
  • Knowledge of construction safety standards and local building codes.
$80,000 - $100,000 a year
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Numbers & Facts

LocationTulsa, Oklahoma
Salary$80,000–$100,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
  • Blueprintsunmatched
  • Building Codesunmatched
  • Commercial Constructionunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Construction Managementunmatched
  • Construction Projectsunmatched
  • Construction Safetyunmatched
  • Construction Scheduleunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Microsoft Projectunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Project Close-Outunmatched
  • Project Planningunmatched
  • Project/Program Managementunmatched
  • Quality Controlunmatched
  • Quality Metricsunmatched
  • Safety Complianceunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Schedule Developmentunmatched
  • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Managementunmatched

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