Construction Superintendent

ThinkingAhead

$95K — $105K *
Star, NC 27356In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience as a Superintendent
  • Preferred experience in commercial general contracting
  • Required ground-up construction experience
  • Proven capability to manage subcontractors and field operations independently
  • Experience required from sitework through project closeout
  • Strong scheduling, planning, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
  • Experience with municipal, government, or educational projects is a plus
  • Preferred OSHA/safety training

Responsibilities

  • Manage projects from sitework to final closeout
  • Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and daily field activities
  • Develop and maintain project schedules and drive critical milestones
  • Conduct meetings with subcontractors to plan upcoming work
  • Review project plans, specifications, and documentation
  • Coordinate inspections to ensure compliance with plans and specifications
  • Maintain quality control throughout the construction process
  • Enforce safety requirements at the job site
  • Communicate with project stakeholders including managers and inspectors
  • Identify and resolve field issues proactively
  • Manage punch lists and project closeout processes
  • Deliver projects safely, on schedule, and adhering to quality standards

Benefits

  • Base salary of $95,000-$105,000
  • Company vehicle provided
  • Company credit card for work-related expenses
  • Two annual bonuses available
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance coverage
  • SIMPLE IRA with a 3% company match
  • Paid vacation and PTO
  • Paid holidays off
  • Daily per diem provided when applicable
  • Travel expenses covered when applicable
  • Providing PPE and safety gear
  • Safety shoe program offered
  • Weekly pay schedule
Full Job Description
Construction Superintendent

Location: Star, NC
Compensation: $95,000-$105,000 Base Salary + Company Vehicle + Bonuses + Benefits

An established North Carolina commercial general contractor is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee ground-up commercial and municipal construction projects.

This is a field leadership position for a Superintendent who can independently run a project from sitework through closeout, manage subcontractors, maintain the schedule, and take ownership of day-to-day jobsite operations.

Project Types
  • Ground-up fire stations
  • Municipal buildings
  • Government facilities
  • Commercial buildings
  • Design-build construction

Responsibilities
  • Manage projects from sitework and mobilization through final closeout
  • Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, deliveries, and daily field activities
  • Develop and maintain project schedules and drive critical milestones
  • Conduct subcontractor meetings and coordinate upcoming work
  • Review plans, specifications, RFIs, and project documentation
  • Coordinate inspections and ensure work meets plans and specifications
  • Maintain quality control throughout construction
  • Enforce jobsite safety requirements
  • Communicate with Project Managers, owners, architects, engineers, and inspectors
  • Identify field issues early and drive solutions
  • Manage punch lists, inspections, certificates of occupancy, and project closeout
  • Deliver projects safely, on schedule, and to the company's quality standards

Qualifications
  • 5+ years of Superintendent experience
  • Commercial general contracting experience strongly preferred
  • Ground-up construction experience required
  • Proven ability to independently manage subcontractors and field operations
  • Experience taking projects from sitework through closeout
  • Strong scheduling, planning, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • Municipal, government, education, fire station, or similar commercial project experience is a plus
  • OSHA/safety training preferred

Compensation & Benefits
  • $95,000-$105,000 base salary
  • Company vehicle
  • Company credit card
  • Two annual bonuses
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life and disability coverage
  • SIMPLE IRA with 3% company match
  • Paid vacation/PTO
  • Paid holidays
  • Daily per diem when applicable
  • Paid travel when applicable
  • PPE and safety equipment
  • Safety shoe program
  • Paid weekly

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced Superintendent looking for long-term stability, autonomy in the field, and consistent commercial construction work.

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