Summary: Sevan is seeking an experienced General Superintendent to lead the development, assessment, and deployment of our Superintendent workforce nationwide. This role works closely with Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents in the field, providing technical guidance, coaching, and development to strengthen field leadership and drive consistent construction practices across projects.
Based in our Tacoma, WA, office, the General Superintendent will travel approximately 50% nationwide to visit jobsites, develop field talent, and provide technical expertise. The role also partners with Operations Directors and Project Executives on Superintendent hiring, staffing assignments, project transitions, and future workforce needs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Assess, coach, and develop Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents across technical execution, planning, leadership, communication, safety, quality, and documentation.
- Conduct jobsite evaluations, identify development needs, establish performance expectations, and help prepare field leaders for increasingly complex assignments.
- Develop and deliver onboarding, technical training, and continuing education based on field needs and lessons learned.
- Partner with recruiting and operations leaders to identify, interview, evaluate, and hire qualified Superintendent talent.
- Coordinate Superintendent assignments and project transitions, matching field talent with project requirements and development opportunities.
- Maintain visibility into current assignments and future staffing needs, identifying potential gaps and recommending hiring or resource adjustments.
- Serve as a technical resource on construction methods, sequencing, site logistics, inspections, documentation, closeout, and requirements across private and public-sector construction.
- Build strong relationships with clients, project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and operations leaders while promoting quality and consistent execution.
Qualifications: - 10+ years of construction field experience, including at least 5 years as a Senior Superintendent or comparable field leader.
- Demonstrated experience recruiting, evaluating, mentoring, and developing construction field leaders.
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, drawings and specifications, scheduling, safety, quality control, and field documentation.
- Experience working across multiple projects or with geographically dispersed teams preferred.
- Familiarity with local, state, and federal construction requirements; experience with occupied-facility renovations, three-phase quality control, and formal inspection hold points preferred.
- Strong communication, organization, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Procore, and scheduling software such as MS Project or Primavera P6.
- OSHA 30 and First Aid/CPR certifications required or ability to obtain; state/local General Contractor license and LEED accreditation or familiarity with sustainable construction practices preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
Pay & Benefits:The anticipated compensation range for the position is $150,000 to 180,000, is based on a full-time schedule, market and business conditions, and is commensurate on individual education, qualifications, and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, flexible paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, and a matching 401K plan.
Work Conditions & Travel:This is an office-based position in Tacoma, Washington, requiring approximately 50% nationwide travel, including regular visits to active construction sites. The role requires the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently across geographically dispersed projects. Occasional multi-shift work may be required.
