Superintendent – Church Construction
Primary Project Location: Houston, Texas
Travel: Required as needed for project support
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation Target- $100-135K Annual
Role Summary
Our Client is seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead on-site construction
operations for a church construction project based in Houston, Texas. This role serves as
the senior field authority and is responsible for safety, scheduling, quality control, and
subcontractor coordination from mobilization through project completion. Limited travel
may be required to support additional projects or company needs.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead all jobsite field operations and daily construction activities
• Supervise and mentor superintendents, assistant superintendents, and field
personnel
• Execute master schedules and phased work plans to support active church
operations
• Coordinate subcontractors and ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and
quality standards
• Oversee construction of worship and assembly spaces, including A/V, acoustics,
and baptistries
• Enforce OSHA standards, safety programs, and code compliance
• Support labor productivity, cost control, and change management efforts
• Serve as the primary on-site liaison with pastors, building committees, inspectors,
and design teams
• Lead punch list completion, inspections, commissioning, and final turnover
Qualifications Required
• 8–12+ years of commercial or institutional construction experience
• Proven experience as a Senior or Lead Superintendent
• Strong knowledge of construction means, methods, sequencing, and schedules
• Ability to manage multiple trades and complex site logistics
• Ability to work full-time on-site in Houston and travel as needed
Preferred
• Church, worship, or faith-based construction experience
• Experience with large assembly or acoustically sensitive spaces
• OSHA 30 certification
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