Superintendent

Cherry Talent Group
  • McLean, Virginia
    3 days ago

    Job Description

    Site Superintendent
    Location: McLean, VA (On-Site)
    Compensation: $115,000–$130,000 base salary
    Benefits: Mileage reimbursement, Health insurance reimbursement stipend, 3 weeks paid time off

    About the Opportunity

    We are partnering with a luxury custom home builder based in McLean, Virginia, known for delivering ultra-high-end custom homes throughout Northern Virginia and the greater DC metro area. The builders portfolio includes modern, contemporary, and transitional estates featuring complex structural systems, premium materials, and meticulous craftsmanship.

    Their process is highly collaborative and client-focused, with an emphasis on proactive communication, transparency, and execution.

    Our Core Values

    Passionate Pursuit of Excellence
    We love what we do and are never satisfied with the status quo.

    Empathy in Action
    We lead as servant-leaders, operating with compassion and a help-first mindset.

    Embrace Uniqueness
    We are innovators who think creatively and imagine what's possible.

    Precision in Execution
    We are detail-driven, efficient, and disciplined in cost control while delivering maximum value.

    The Role

    The Site Superintendent is a senior, boots-on-the-ground construction leader responsible for the day-to-day execution of complex, ultra-luxury custom homes ranging from $5M–$10M+. These homes often feature modern design elements, custom detailing, advanced building science, steel integration, and high-end finishes.

    This individual is a true construction expert who understands how homes are built—from foundations and structural systems to waterproofing, envelope performance, and finish coordination.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Lead all on-site construction activities from pre-development through warranty period
    • Manage subcontractor scheduling, coordination, and daily execution
    • Maintain jobsite safety, cleanliness, and professionalism suitable for high-net-worth clients
    • Conduct daily site walks for quality control, plan/spec compliance, and progress tracking
    • Oversee construction sequencing including foundations, framing, steel integration, waterproofing, and finishes
    • Collaborate with Project Managers on short-term scheduling, issue resolution, and execution planning
    • Utilize Procore for daily logs, punch lists, documentation, and field communication
    • Anticipate construction challenges by proactively reviewing plans, details, and specifications
    • Mentor and support other Site Superintendents

    What Were Looking For

    Experience & Technical Expertise

    • 7+ years of experience managing high-end custom residential or comparable luxury commercial projects
    • Deep understanding of building science, construction sequencing, and complex structural systems
    • Experience with steel construction preferred
    • Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and grading plans
    • Proven track record managing ultra-custom projects

    Leadership & Mindset

    • Coachable, humble, and open to feedback—experience without rigidity
    • Highly self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership
    • Positive, solutions-oriented attitude
    • Comfortable leading subcontractors while collaborating with internal teams

    Technology & Organization

    • Comfortable using construction technology (Procore preferred; BuilderTrend acceptable)
    • Strong documentation skills and attention to detail
    • Proficient with basic computer tools (Excel, Word)

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMcLean, Virginia

    Skills

    • Architectural Servicesunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Computer Skillsunmatched
    • Constructionunmatched
    • Cost Controlunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • High Net Worthunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Microsoft Wordunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Quality Controlunmatched
    • Residential Constructionunmatched
    • Schedule Developmentunmatched
    • Servant leadershipunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Waterproofingunmatched

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