General Superintendent

Modern Construction Services

$135K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 10 years of experience as a construction superintendent in commercial construction
  • 5 years managing Superintendents and coordinating with project managers
  • Proven record of independently running commercial projects from initiation to completion
  • Strong knowledge of construction safety standards and subcontractor management
  • Proficiency with Procore and Microsoft Project
  • Certifications: OSHA 30, First Aid, CPR, AED
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily construction activities on-site according to project specifications
  • Coordinate subcontractor schedules and performance oversight
  • Maintain safety compliance and enforce safety protocols
  • Ensure quality control of installations before acceptance
  • Develop and maintain a three-week look-ahead schedule
  • Manage construction schedule to ensure timely project completion
  • Handle project closeout processes, including punch lists and final inspections

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Full Job Description
General Superintendent

As Modern Construction Services continues to expand, we're preparing for future hiring needs by building a pipeline of skilled, motivated professionals. If you're exploring your next step and want to be considered for upcoming roles, we invite you to join our talent pool.

Compensation: $135,000 (annualized) Total Compensation Value: $229,000
  • Per diem/lodging: $275/day, 7 days a week, 49 weeks per year (3 weeks PTO) - est. $94,325 annually
  • Company will pay to fly you home every 3 weeks
  • Company vehicle

Location: Hybrid based out of Charlotte, NC with extensive Travel Required

Reports To: President of Construction

Work Schedule & Travel

This is a full-time position with travel. The Superintendent is expected to be on-site for the duration of project assignments. Sites may operate five or seven days per week depending on project requirements. The superintendent must be available Monday through the active workweek. Lodging and per diem allowances provided. Travel home is covered every three weeks.

About the Role

We're hiring an experienced Commercial General Superintendent to join our team. This is an opportunity for a road warrior who thrives in dynamic environments, takes pride in delivering high-quality work, and knows how to run a job from day one - managing site activities, coordinating subcontractors, controlling quality, and keeping the schedule moving.

This role is ideal for an experienced superintendent who's ready to step into a high-accountability position and demonstrate their capabilities as a full-time member of the Modern Construction Services team.

Key Responsibilities

Site Management & Construction Oversight
• Manage all daily construction activities on-site, ensuring work is executed in compliance with contract drawings, specifications, and project documents
• Coordinate subcontractors and trade partners at the site level, including orientation, scheduling, and performance oversight
• Maintain a safe and compliant job site - conduct subcontractor safety orientations and enforce all safety protocols
• Ensure quality control and verify that all installations meet the required standards before acceptance

Scheduling & Deliverables
• Develop and maintain the three-week look-ahead schedule
• Manage the overall construction schedule to ensure on-time project completion
• Coordinate deliveries, inspections, and milestones to keep the project on track

Project Closeout
• Manage punch list processes and coordinate trade partners through final inspections and project closeout
• Ensure all documentation, certifications, and turnover items are completed and organized

Communication & Reporting
• Report directly to the President of Construction and maintain consistent communication with the assigned Project Manager
• Log daily progress and document site conditions, RFIs, and any issues affecting schedule or cost
• Represent Modern Construction Services professionally with clients, architects, and inspectors on-site

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of experience as a construction superintendent /general superintendent commercial construction

• 5 years experience managing Superintendents, coordinating with project managers, and developing field staff.

• Demonstrated ability to independently run a commercial construction project from start to finish

• Strong knowledge of construction safety standards and subcontractor management

• Proficiency with Procore and Microsoft Project

• OSHA 30, First Aid, CPR, AED certifications

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Ability and willingness to travel - this is a traveling role with extended stays at project sites

Preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field (equivalent field experience is equally valued)
• Familiarity with Bolt and/or Avetta software
• Experience working on commercial projects across multiple markets and geographies

Physical Demands
This role requires operating in a combined construction and office environment utilizing standard office equipment (computers, printers, copiers, filing cabinets) and the ability to walk the construction site, climb and carrying up to 25lbs of supplies and equipment.

Benefits
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)


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