Superintendent, Commercial Construction

Pepper Construction

$80K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proven experience leading commercial construction field operations.
  • Strong knowledge of construction methods and safety practices.
  • Ability to lead teams and maintain high performance standards.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with projects around $10M+ preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management or equivalent experience preferred.
  • 15+ years of progressive field leadership experience for Senior Superintendents.

Responsibilities

  • Lead all field operations from preconstruction through closeout.
  • Build and maintain safe, high-performing jobsites.
  • Develop and manage project schedules, including short-interval planning.
  • Coordinate and direct subcontractors and field teams.
  • Drive quality, production, and daily execution on-site.
  • Partner closely with Project Managers and other stakeholders.
  • Anticipate and resolve field challenges proactively and professionally.
  • Mentor and develop other Superintendents and field staff.

Benefits

  • Family-owned culture focused on long-term stability.
  • Challenging and high-profile commercial projects.
  • Strong commitment to safety and employee development.
  • Collaborative teams emphasizing respect and accountability.
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
Full Job Description
Lead landmark commercial construction projects across Wisconsin with a commercial builder known for strong teams, trusted relationships, and doing work the right way. Pepper Construction Wisconsin is hiring experienced Superintendents in Madison and Milwaukee.

This is an opportunity to join a respected, family-owned builder known for tackling challenging work, developing great people, and delivering projects the right way. Our Superintendents are builders, leaders, problem-solvers, and culture-setters who drive project success through safety, planning, accountability, and collaboration.

At Pepper, we live our values every day: We do the right thing. We find a way. We care.

What You'll Do
  • Lead all field operations from preconstruction through closeout
  • Build and maintain safe, high-performing jobsites where safety is never compromised
  • Develop and manage project schedules, including short-interval planning
  • Coordinate and direct subcontractors and field teams
  • Drive quality, production, sequencing, and daily execution
  • Partner closely with Project Managers, Owners, Architects, Engineers, and trade partners
  • Anticipate and resolve field challenges proactively and professionally
  • Manage labor, equipment, and material performance to achieve project goals
  • Mentor and develop other Superintendents and field staff
  • Represent Pepper with professionalism and integrity on every project

What We're Looking For
  • Proven experience leading commercial construction projects in the field
  • Strong knowledge of construction means, methods, sequencing, and safety practices
  • Ability to lead teams, build trust, and hold high standards
  • Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience managing projects approximately $10M+ preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management or equivalent field experience preferred
  • Senior Superintendent candidates typically bring 15+ years of progressively responsible field leadership experience

Why Pepper
  • Family-owned culture with long-term stability
  • Challenging, high-profile commercial projects
  • Strong commitment to safety, quality, and employee development
  • Collaborative teams that value respect, accountability, and craftsmanship
  • Competitive compensation, incentive opportunities, and comprehensive benefits

If you are a construction leader who takes pride in building great projects and developing great teams, we'd like to connect with you.

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