Balfour Beatty US

Superintendent

Balfour Beatty US$75K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 8+ years of commercial construction field leadership experience
  • Strong understanding of structural, MEP, and architectural coordination
  • Proven ability to manage site operations, safety, and schedules
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills
  • Proficiency with construction software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or Primavera P6

Responsibilities

  • Manage all field operations and daily site activities
  • Establish and lead the site safety team
  • Develop and maintain project schedules in collaboration with the Project Manager
  • Implement and oversee the project's Quality Control program
  • Conduct drawings, specifications, and budgets review for constructability
  • Monitor labor, equipment, and general conditions budgets
  • Lead weekly subcontractor coordination meetings
  • Develop and maintain site logistics plans
  • Conduct progress and safety meetings and maintain daily reports
  • Ensure timely completion of punch lists and project documentation

Benefits

  • Commitment to a Zero Harm® safety culture
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Collaboration with a diverse team of professionals
  • Involvement in innovative construction projects
  • Supportive work environment focused on excellence
Full Job Description
Summary Balfour Beattyis seeking a Superintendent to join our Atlanta team within the Atlanta division. The ideal candidate will be a proven field leader with strong communication and coordination skills, responsible for managing all day-to-day construction activities on-site. The Superintendent leads subcontractors, enforces safety and quality standards, maintains the project schedule, and ensures all work is performed in accordance with plans, specifications, and company policies. This role plays a critical part in achieving project goals through proactive planning, problem-solving, and collaboration, while upholding Balfour Beatty's Zero Harm® safety culture and commitment to excellence.
  • Essential FunctionsField Leadership: Manage all field operations and daily site activities; supervise subcontractors, foremen, and field staff to ensure safe, efficient, and quality-driven performance.
  • Safety Management: Establish and lead the site safety team; develop project-specific safety plans, conduct hazard analyses, and ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.
  • Planning & Scheduling: Develop and maintain project schedules in collaboration with the Project Manager; lead pull planning sessions, identify milestones, and track progress against critical path.
  • Quality Control: Implement and oversee the project's Quality Control program; ensure materials, workmanship, and testing comply with contract specifications and standards.
  • Preconstruction Support: Review drawings, specifications, and budgets for constructability; provide input to estimating teams and preconstruction schedules.
  • Financial Oversight: Monitor labor, equipment, and general conditions budgets; approve subcontractor payment applications and verify cost accuracy.
  • Subcontractor Coordination: Lead weekly coordination meetings, ensure accountability for schedules and performance, and oversee subcontractor orientations and compliance.
  • Site Logistics: Develop and maintain site logistics and temporary facilities plans, including hoisting, access control, and site security.
  • Communication & Reporting: Conduct progress and safety meetings, maintain daily reports, and provide clear communication to all project stakeholders.
  • Closeout & Turnover: Ensure timely completion of punch lists, commissioning activities, and project documentation; manage site demobilization and final inspections.

Minimum Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • 8+ years of commercial construction field leadership experience.
  • Strong understanding of structural, MEP, and architectural coordination.
  • Proven ability to manage site operations, safety, and schedules.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Proficiency with construction software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or Primavera P6.

Preferred Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
  • Experience managing ground-up, renovation, or adaptive reuse projects.
  • Demonstrated success leading diverse subcontractor teams.
  • OSHA 30 certification and advanced safety training.

About Balfour Beatty US

Balfour Beatty US is a construction and engineering company that provides a wide range of services to clients in the United States. The company is a subsidiary of Balfour Beatty plc, a UK-based construction and infrastructure company. Balfour Beatty US offers services in a variety of sectors, including commercial, healthcare, education, and transportation. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia and has offices throughout the United States. Balfour Beatty US is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
Learn more about Balfour Beatty US
Size
26,000 employees
Industry
NASDAQ

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