DescriptionThe Senior Superintendent partners closely with project management, preconstruction, and executive teams, while providing mentorship to Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents. This role requires mastery of field operations, a strong understanding of technical scopes, and an ability to lead large cross-functional teams with excellence.
What You Will Do:Leadership & Strategy - Serve as the field operations executive on special projects; oversee field planning, execution, and performance.
- Lead and mentor multiple Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, and General Foremen; provide direction on staffing, development, and accountability.
- Partner with Project Executives and Project Managers to align construction approach, schedule, budget, and risk management strategies.
- Ensure safety, quality, and production expectations are upheld across all field operations.
Project Oversight & Execution - Lead preconstruction planning and field logistics for assigned projects; influence sequencing, BIM coordination, and constructability.
- Review scopes of work, contracts, and schedules for clarity and alignment with field operations.
- Oversee development and updates of master schedules (Primavera P6) and short interval planning tools.
- Resolve complex field issues in coordination with engineering, design, client, and trade partners.
Workforce & Team Management - Manage labor deployment, including dispatching crews and coordinating with workforce development partners.
- Lead field debriefs, post-project reviews, and continuous improvement efforts to enhance future project delivery.
- Foster a high-performance culture by modeling XL's core values and holding field teams accountable to excellence.
Financial & Risk Management - Provide input on financial forecasting, manpower loading, and production tracking.
- Support negotiation and resolution of change orders, delays, and subcontractor disputes.
- Ensure contracts, insurance, permits, and compliance documentation are in place and enforced.
Client & Stakeholder Relations - Act as primary field liaison with clients, consultants, inspectors, and trade partners.
- Represent the company with professionalism and integrity; support business development by maintaining strong client relationships.
What You Will Bring:Experience - 10+ years of construction field leadership experience, including 5+ years managing Superintendents on ground up projects.
- Proven track record of delivering complex commercial, healthcare, education, life sciences, or mission-critical projects.
Technical Skills - Expertise in reading and interpreting construction documents, schedules, and specifications.
- Strong command of field software: Procore, Exaktime, Egnyte, Bluebeam, P6/MS Project, Microsoft Office Suite.
- Deep understanding of sequencing, safety regulations (Cal/OSHA), QA/QC best practices, and labor compliance.
Certifications - OSHA 30 Certification required.
- First Aid/CPR Certification preferred.
Leadership & Communication - Ability to lead large field teams, build trust with stakeholders, and drive results through influence and accountability.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; adept at leading meetings, resolving conflict, and guiding teams through complex issues.
Compensation & Benefits The base salary range for this role is $175,000 to $200,000 annually, in accordance with California pay transparency requirements. Final compensation is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location.
Senior Superintendents at XL Construction are eligible for:
- Annual performance bonus
- Company truck or vehicle allowance
- Health, dental, vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) starting at 3+ weeks
- Professional development support and leadership training
