Small Commercial Superintendent - Columbus Construction

About the role

A well-established commercial general contractor is seeking a Superintendent to lead ground-up construction projects throughout Central Ohio and nearby markets. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on construction professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys managing multiple trades, tight schedules, and complex field operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day field operations from groundbreaking through project completion.
• Coordinate subcontractors, self-perform crews, vendors, and inspections.
• Develop and maintain project schedules to ensure milestones are met.
• Lead site safety efforts and maintain compliance with all safety standards.
• Manage site logistics, sequencing, and multi-trade coordination.
• Oversee excavation, utility work, concrete operations, framing, and building construction activities.
• Conduct daily field meetings and communicate project priorities.
• Identify challenges and implement solutions quickly to maintain project momentum.
• Monitor project quality and ensure work is completed according to plans and specifications.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, inspectors, architects, engineers, and trade partners.
• Coordinate project closeout activities and turnover to ownership.

Requirements

• 5+ years of Superintendent experience.
• Proven experience managing ground-up commercial construction projects.
• Strong understanding of site development, site utilities, concrete, and building construction.
• Ability to manage multiple trades simultaneously.
• Experience delivering projects on aggressive schedules.
• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites within the regional project footprint.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary.
• Vehicle allowance or company-provided transportation support.
• Company-paid travel expenses, lodging, and daily per diem when required.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Stable pipeline of upcoming ground-up work.
• Opportunity to work directly with company leadership.
• Clear path for career advancement as the organization continues to grow.
• Family-oriented culture with minimal bureaucracy.
• Long-term job stability backed by decades of client relationships and repeat business.
• Autonomy and trust to manage projects without micromanagement.
• Opportunity to help shape the future leadership team of a growing contractor.