Superintendent

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Department: General Contracting
Work Location: Various project locations
Reports To: Project Executive
Travel: Frequent travel to project sites across the East Coast and other states

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Superintendent (Data Center Experience) to oversee construction site operations from project planning through completion. The Superintendent will provide hands-on field leadership, coordinate subcontractors and vendors, maintain project schedules, ensure quality and safety standards, and work closely with Project Managers, clients, architects, engineers, and other project stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has strong commercial and government construction experience, excellent leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while keeping projects on schedule and within established requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily construction activities and field operations.

• Work with architects, engineers, consultants, and project teams during pre-development and project planning.

• Assist the Project Manager in developing construction baseline schedules and sequencing critical-path activities.

• Prepare and maintain weekly project lookaheads aligned with the approved project schedule.

• Coordinate subcontractors and vendors to ensure timely completion of contracted work.

• Supervise daily subcontractor, supplier, and vendor activities, including material deliveries and site access.

• Monitor work for compliance with contract documents, approved submittals, drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.

• Perform quality control inspections and assist with submittal reviews.

• Ensure subcontractors are fully executing their contracted scope of work.

• Lead weekly subcontractor coordination meetings.

• Coordinate required inspections with local, state, and federal authorities.

• Identify safety, health, environmental, quality, and scheduling issues and take appropriate corrective action.

• Identify construction conflicts and coordinate resolutions with subcontractors, the Project Manager, and management.

• Maintain a thorough understanding of project drawings, specifications, contracts, and general conditions.

• Ensure materials and completed work meet project specifications and quality standards.

• Maintain accurate daily reports documenting site activities and project progress.

• Track and ensure correction of deficiencies identified during inspections or management reviews.

• Monitor project progress and participate in regular meetings with accounting and management.

• Issue notices of non-compliance when subcontractors fail to meet quality or schedule requirements.

• Coordinate with the Project Manager regarding back charges and additional work.

• Assist with budgeting, bidding, and subcontractor/vendor selection when required.

• Maintain project documentation, including submittals, safety data sheets, operating manuals, approvals, permits, and other project records.

• Manage Superintendent responsibilities across multiple job sites when necessary.

• Open and secure job sites at the beginning and end of each workday.

• Conduct regular job-site walks to monitor progress, quality, safety, and upcoming work.

• Review subcontractor and supplier extra charges for accuracy and coordinate approvals with the Project Manager.

• Assist with the review and processing of material and subcontractor requisitions.

• Mentor and develop junior field staff.

• Perform other duties as assigned based on project needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred/required.

• 5-10+ years of construction industry experience, including at least 2 years as a Lead Superintendent.

• Candidates without a degree should have approximately 10 years of relevant construction experience, including Lead Superintendent experience.

• Experience with commercial and government construction projects.

• Proven track record of successfully overseeing construction projects.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, contracts, and related project documents.

• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Strong understanding of construction safety, quality control, scheduling, and subcontractor management.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain professionalism in challenging situations.

• Ability to develop positive working relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and project teams.

Required Certifications

• OSHA 30

• EM 385-1-1

• CQM (Construction Quality Management)

Knowledge of government project management systems such as RMS and ECMS is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Office

• Procore or similar construction/project management software

• PDF/document management software

• Ability to learn and utilize project-specific software and systems

Company Values

Service

• Create excellent experiences for internal teams and external stakeholders.

• Recognize your role and work collaboratively toward collective success.

Integrity

• Do the right thing, even when it is difficult.

• Treat yourself, the company, and others with respect.

• Be a person of your word and contribute positively to team morale.

Accountability

• Take initiative and do what is necessary to achieve results.

• Plan ahead and take ownership of intended outcomes.

• Make safety an expectation and priority on every project.

Expertise

• Continuously develop your skills and knowledge.

• Deliver exceptional results with confidence.

• Increase your value to the team and contribute to company growth.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position is responsible for supervising personnel and field teams assigned to the project.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position is primarily performed in an active construction environment and may involve exposure to:

• Outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and wind

• Dust, fumes, asphalt, and airborne particles

• Moving mechanical equipment

• Noise and vibration

• Electrical hazards

• Potential exposure to chemicals or other job-site hazards

The position requires the ability to:

• Walk and stand for extended periods.

• Climb stairs and navigate active construction sites.

• Reach with hands and arms.

• Use hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment.

• Communicate effectively and hear at normal levels.

• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

• Perform work requiring close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision.

Work Schedule

Construction projects operate under strict schedules. The Superintendent may be required to work evenings, weekends, or additional hours when necessary to meet project deadlines.

Travel

This position requires frequent travel to construction projects throughout the East Coast and other states.

Additional Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

• Certain projects may require U.S. citizenship based on contract requirements.

• Must be able to successfully complete a background check and drug screening.

• Certain federal projects may require additional badging and security procedures, including background checks.

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position