Senior Superintendent

About the role

The Sr. Superintendent manages large-scale or complex construction projects from groundbreaking to close-out. This role serves as senior field authority, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives are met while fostering a collaborative work environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for field operations on assigned large or complex construction projects.
• Oversee and coordinate all on-site construction activities, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations, quality standards, plans, and specifications.
• Manage site logistics, subcontractor performance, inspections, sequencing, and daily/weekly work planning.
• Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Owners, and Engineers to ensure alignment on goals, expectations, and project priorities.
• Lead weekly foremen meetings, pre-installation conferences, and critical path planning sessions.
• Implement and maintain rigorous quality control processes and documentation across all phases of work.
• Oversee project close-out, including punch list execution, turnover documentation, and warranty planning.
• Mentor, coach, and evaluate field staff, supporting growth, performance development, and team morale.
• Serve as the senior field resource for resolving high-level challenges and adapting to evolving site conditions.
• May provide leadership, guidance, or oversight to field superintendents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field and 10+ years of progressive construction experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven leadership experience managing large-scale or complex construction projects.
• OSHA-30 certification required.
• Strong ability to lead field teams, manage multiple subcontractors, and drive production.
• Expert understanding of construction schedules, critical path milestones, and sequencing strategies.
• Deep knowledge of construction processes, plans/specifications, and contract requirements.
• Skilled in communicating effectively with diverse audiences — field staff, office teams, and clients.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam.
• Demonstrates emotional intelligence, adaptability, and the ability to maintain team alignment and trust in complex project environments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolds, and stairs.
• Comfort working in outdoor weather conditions including heat, cold, precipitation, and wind.
• Ability to work in confined spaces as required by jobsite conditions.
• Exposure to typical construction site noise levels.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record.

Travel

This position requires full-time attendance at job sites and regular travel as needed.