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Superintendent

HoustonOn-siteFull-time

AI Summary

The Superintendent leads day-to-day operations on active construction job sites, coordinating subcontractors, enforcing safety and quality standards, and keeping projects on schedule in alignment with project plans.

About this role

As our Superintendent, you will lead the day‑to‑day operations on active job sites to deliver safe, high‑quality projects on schedule. In this role, you will direct daily activities, coordinate subcontractors and suppliers, run site meetings, enforce safety and quality standards, and keep work moving efficiently in alignment with the project plan.
You will collaborate closely with project managers, foremen, trade partners, and inspectors to ensure work complies with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes. You’ll maintain a clean, organized site; track progress; resolve field issues quickly; and communicate clearly with the project team to protect schedule, budget, and quality outcomes.
Experienced superintendents may lead multiple phases, mentor assistant superintendents, contribute to look‑ahead planning, and support continuous improvement in field execution and safety culture.
Successful superintendents in this role are hands‑on leaders who prioritize safety, coordination, communication, and proactive problem‑solving in a fast‑paced construction environment.

Your Skills

  • Field Leadership & Coordination
  • Schedule Execution & Look-Ahead Planning
  • Subcontractor Management
  • Safety Leadership & Site Controls
  • Quality Control
  • Field Problem-Solving
  • Document & Drawing Proficiency
  • Communication & Stakeholder Interface
  • Logistics & Material Management
  • Reporting & Documentation

    • Your Background

  • Previous field management experience on healthcare, higher education, civic, and corporate environment construction projects.
  • Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, site logistics, and trade sequencing across structural, architectural, and MEP scopes.
  • Proven ability to run daily coordination meetings, manage multiple subcontractors, and keep crews aligned with schedule milestones.
  • Proficiency in reading drawings/specifications and working with RFIs, submittals, and changes.
  • Familiarity with construction technology and scheduling tools.
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills with a safety‑first mindset.
  • Ability to work in a dynamic field environment with changing priorities and tight deadlines.

    • Total Rewards

  • Employee ownership
  • Competitive pay
  • Profit sharing & project incentives
  • Vehicle allowance & phone reimbursement
  • Career development and continuing education assistance
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) with 6% match (traditional and Roth)
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance with free eligible medications through Rx ‘n Go
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with SpawGlass contribution
  • Physical and mental health wellness reimbursement (e.g. gym membership, yoga classes, massages, etc.)

    • Skills

    Document & Drawing ProficiencyField Problem SolvingLook-ahead PlanningQuality ControlRFI ManagementSafety LeadershipSchedule ExecutionSite ControlsSubcontractor ManagementSubmittals & Change Management

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