Construction Superintendent

Actalent is seeking a Construction Superintendent to lead onsite operations for commercial construction projects in Grandville, MI. This is a contract-to-hire role.

About the role

The Construction Superintendent oversees onsite operations from planning through completion, managing multiple carpenters across several jobsites. Responsibilities include coordinating budgeting and scheduling, ensuring safe and efficient work aligned with project specifications, and performing hands-on carpentry when needed. The role upholds strict safety, quality, and efficiency standards to maintain a secure and well-organized construction site.

Responsibilities

• Lead onsite operations for commercial construction projects.
• Manage multiple carpenters and field employees across several jobsites.
• Coordinate budgeting and scheduling activities.
• Ensure contractors and field staff work safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project specifications.
• Perform hands-on carpentry work as needed.
• Maintain strict safety, quality, and efficiency standards.

Requirements

• 5+ years of commercial carpentry experience.
• 3+ years of experience reading and interpreting blueprints and construction documents.
• 3+ years of experience managing contractors or field staff in a commercial construction environment.
• Proficiency in commercial construction practices, including ground-up and commercial building projects.
• Hands-on skills in carpentry, framing, drywall, ceilings, flooring, and steel stud installation.

Qualifications

• Experience working on hospitals, hotels, schools, restaurants, and other large commercial buildings.
• Familiarity with retail and mixed-use construction environments.
• Interest in growing into a project management role over time.
• Strong communication and coordination skills for working with contractors and field staff.
• Ability to work effectively in a close-knit, team-first culture where collaboration and mutual support are valued.

Pay

$26.45 - $35.00/hour.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available).
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for employee and dependents).
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Transportation benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave).

Schedule

This is a fully onsite, contract-to-hire position based in Grandville, MI.