Superintendent

Job Title: Construction Superintendent - Ground-Up Commercial Projects

Job Description

The Construction Superintendent leads large-scale, ground-up commercial construction projects valued at $20 million and above, overseeing all day-to-day field operations from site work through project closeout. This role focuses on new construction, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within scope, and in full compliance with contract documents and community requirements. The position is primarily field-based across Northern Virginia, with occasional reporting to the office in Reston, VA as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day field activities to ensure project milestone dates and overall schedule completion dates are consistently met.
• Create and maintain short-interval, look-ahead project schedules so upcoming work activities are clearly communicated, tracked, and proactively addressed.
• Foster and maintain a strong culture of safety, health, and cleanliness on the jobsite at all times.
• Coordinate and sequence all field work so it is constructed in an orderly, deliberate manner consistent with the standards of care outlined in the contract documents.
• Verify that all work is installed in a high-quality, workmanlike manner, including ensuring that construction is plumb, level, straight, and meets project specifications.
• Obtain all required inspections and ensure that quality aspects of the physical work are thoroughly documented.
• Ensure all aspects of the project comply with contract terms, project specifications, and all applicable legal and community requirements.
• Administer and enforce client-specific programs such as Construction Quality Control (CQC), Safety, and Environmental Stewardship.
• Conduct and/or attend pre-construction meetings, progress meetings, and other project and staff meetings as required.
• Lead or participate in regular meetings with internal staff and external stakeholders, including owners, subcontractors, and other project partners, to coordinate work and resolve issues.
• Meet regularly with client representatives to review project status, proactively identify and resolve problems, and ensure the client remains fully informed about project progress.
• Manage changes in project scope and ensure that the most current contract documents are used in the field at all times to prevent rework and delays.
• Administer contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and other project agreements to ensure scope, terms, and conditions are clearly understood and consistently met.
• Oversee the punch list and project closeout process to ensure timely and complete turnover of the project.
• Maintain accurate daily paperwork, including timecards, field reports, and schedule updates.
• Provide leadership and direction to field teams and subcontractors to maintain productivity, quality, and adherence to project plans.
• Monitor site work and base work activities to ensure proper execution and coordination with the overall construction schedule.
• Support the successful delivery of ground-up commercial and community-oriented projects from start to finish.

Essential Skills

• At least 5 years of experience as a Construction Superintendent, including a minimum of 3 to 5 years working on ground-up commercial construction projects.
• Proven experience managing ground-up commercial projects of $30 million or more, with a focus on site work and new construction.
• Demonstrated experience running projects from start to finish while working for a general contractor (not as an owner's representative).
• Strong ability to manage and coordinate day-to-day field operations on large commercial construction sites.
• Proficiency with RFIs and submittals, including reviewing, processing, and tracking them throughout the project lifecycle.
• Experience creating and managing short-interval and look-ahead schedules for active construction projects.
• Thorough understanding of commercial construction means and methods, including site work, base work, and ground-up building construction.
• Ability to interpret and work from construction documents, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Strong knowledge of construction quality standards and inspection processes.
• Proven ability to administer contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and related project documentation.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with clients, subcontractors, inspectors, and internal teams.
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate daily reports, timecards, and schedule updates.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and compliant jobsite.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with commercial and community center construction projects.
• Experience in managing highly collaborative, team-focused construction environments.
• Ability to build strong relationships with owners, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
• Skill in proactively identifying issues and implementing solutions to keep projects on schedule and within scope.
• Comfort working across multiple project sites within a regional market, particularly in Northern Virginia.

Work Environment

The role operates in a highly collaborative, team-focused construction environment, with a combination of field and office interaction. The office is located in Reston, VA, and the superintendent reports there as needed for meetings and coordination. The primary work takes place on active construction sites throughout Northern Virginia, including an 18‑month ground-up project based in Manassas, followed by additional projects across the region. The work environment is fast-paced and schedule-driven, with a strong emphasis on safety, cleanliness, and quality. The superintendent regularly interacts with project owners, subcontractors, inspectors, and internal project teams, and uses standard construction documentation and scheduling tools to manage RFIs, submittals, schedules, and daily reports.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Reston, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

Job Title: Construction Superintendent Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Construction Superintendent to lead commercial interior OneLife projects in the DC market. The role involves overseeing the Prince William County Schools Welcome Center project, ensuring the successful execution of construction activities. The position is based out of Reston, VA, with occasional reporting to the office. Responsibilities Manage day-to-day field activities to ensure project milestones and overall schedule completion are met. Create short-interval look-ahead project schedules to ensure upcoming events are communicated and attended to proactively. Cultivate a culture that values safety, health, and cleanliness. Coordinate and oversee work to ensure it is completed orderly, consistent with contract standards. Verify all work is installed in a workmanlike manner (plumb, level, straight, etc.). Obtain all inspections and document quality aspects of physical work. Ensure project compliance with contract terms and legal requirements. Administer client-specific programs, such as CQC, Safety, and Environmental Stewardship. Conduct and participate in pre-construction, progress, and other project and staff meetings. Meet regularly with client representatives to discuss project status and resolve issues. Manage project scope changes to ensure up-to-date contract documents are used. Administer contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, ensuring terms and conditions are met. Manage punch list and project closeout process for timely completion. Maintain daily paperwork such as timecards, field reports, and schedule updates. Essential Skills 5+ years of superintendent experience, with at least 3 to 5 years on ground-up commercial construction projects. Experience managing projects valued at $30 million or more. Proficient in RFIs, submittals, and running projects from start to finish with a general contractor. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in commercial, interior, renovation, construction, and fit-out projects. Knowledge of school and higher education construction projects. Work Environment The work environment is team-focused and highly collaborative. The office is located in Reston, VA, with project work extending throughout Northern Virginia following the completion of the 18-month project based in Manassas.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Reston,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2026.

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