Construction Superintendent

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee a complex healthcare construction project within an active operating facility in West Haven, CT. This is a contract position involving managing daily field operations, coordinating subcontractors, maintaining project schedules, and ensuring all work is completed safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate will have experience in occupied healthcare environments and be adept at coordinating work around critical facility operations, including occasional after-hours activities and utility shutdowns.

Responsibilities

• Manage all day-to-day field operations for assigned projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.
• Develop and manage three-week look-ahead schedules.
• Plan and coordinate utility shutdowns and critical facility activities.
• Ensure all work complies with project specifications, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Conduct daily site walks and progress meetings.
• Lead toolbox talks and site safety meetings.
• Monitor subcontractor productivity and project milestones.
• Maintain daily reports, project logs, and progress photography.
• Review drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Work closely with project management to identify and mitigate project risks.
• Coordinate inspections and assist with project closeout activities.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Construction Superintendent or General Superintendent.
• OSHA 30 Certification.
• Proficiency with Procore.
• Experience managing commercial or healthcare construction projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and trades.
• Strong planning, scheduling, and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules as project needs require.

Qualifications

• Experience working within active hospitals or healthcare facilities.
• Experience supporting federal construction projects.
• Familiarity with USACE (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers) or NAVFAC standards.
• Construction Quality Management (CQM-C