Commercial Roofing Superintendent

Location: San Francisco Bay Area / Silicon Valley, CA. Full-time position.

About the Role

A growing commercial roofing contractor is seeking an experienced Roofing Superintendent to oversee field operations for commercial, industrial, and multi-family roofing projects throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. This position is responsible for supervising field crews, coordinating project execution, maintaining quality standards, enforcing job-site safety, and ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within budget. The ideal candidate is a hands-on field leader with broad technical knowledge of commercial roofing systems and an established network of skilled roofing professionals and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Field Leadership & Workforce Management
  • Direct the day-to-day activities of roofing crews, foremen, and subcontractors across multiple active projects.
  • Utilize existing industry relationships to recruit, coordinate, and retain qualified field personnel.
  • Assign manpower based on project schedules, production requirements, and workforce availability.
  • Coach and mentor field personnel while maintaining productivity, accountability, and high workmanship standards.
  • Coordinate staffing needs to maximize efficiency while minimizing downtime and unnecessary labor costs.
• Project Execution & Quality Assurance
  • Oversee installation activities for a wide range of commercial and multi-family roofing systems, including:
    • TPO
    • PVC
    • EPDM
    • Built-Up Roofing (BUR)
    • Modified Bitumen
    • Fluid-Applied Roofing Systems
    • Metal Roofing
    • Asphalt Shingle and Tile Roofing
  • Perform routine job-site inspections throughout each phase of construction.
  • Verify that installations comply with manufacturer specifications, contract documents, applicable building codes, and warranty requirements.
  • Identify installation issues early and implement practical field solutions to maintain project quality and schedule.
  • Review flashing details, penetrations, edge conditions, drainage, and final punch-list items prior to project completion.
• Safety Leadership
  • Promote and maintain a strong safety culture on every project.
  • Ensure compliance with Cal/OSHA regulations, company safety policies, fall protection requirements, PPE standards, and heat illness prevention procedures.
  • Conduct routine job-site safety inspections and daily or weekly toolbox talks.
  • Investigate incidents, document findings, and implement corrective actions when necessary.
  • Maintain accurate safety documentation and field reports.
• Scheduling & Site Coordination
  • Coordinate material deliveries, equipment scheduling, crane lifts, and site logistics to support uninterrupted production.
  • Communicate regularly with project managers regarding manpower, schedules, production progress, and field challenges.
  • Maintain organized, clean, and professional job sites throughout each project.
  • Serve as the primary field representative when interacting with customers, property managers, facility personnel, consultants, inspectors, and other project stakeholders.

Requirements

• Experience
  • Minimum of five years of experience as a Commercial Roofing Superintendent, General Foreman, or similar field leadership role.
  • Demonstrated success supervising commercial, industrial, and multi-family roofing projects from mobilization through completion.
  • Experience managing multiple projects and coordinating numerous field crews simultaneously is preferred.
• Technical Knowledge
  • Strong working knowledge of:
    • Single-ply roofing systems (TPO, PVC, EPDM)
    • Built-Up Roofing (BUR)
    • Modified Bitumen
    • Fluid-Applied Roofing Systems
    • Architectural and structural sheet metal
    • Asphalt shingles
    • Concrete and clay tile roofing
  • Manufacturer installation standards and warranty requirements.
• Leadership Skills
  • Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop roofing crews.
  • Strong organizational and scheduling abilities.
  • Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Ability to make sound field decisions in fast-paced environments.
• Certifications & Requirements
  • OSHA 30 Certification required.
  • CPR and First Aid Certification preferred.
  • Working knowledge of Cal/OSHA regulations and construction safety best practices.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills strongly preferred to effectively supervise diverse field personnel and subcontractors.
  • Valid California driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
  • Comfortable using tablets, smartphones, and mobile applications for daily reports, production tracking, and communication.

Pay

Competitive base salary ranging from $95,000 to $125,000, based on experience, technical expertise, leadership ability, and local industry relationships.

Benefits

• Dedicated company truck or company vehicle
• Fuel card
• Company-issued mobile phone
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement savings program