We are seeking an experienced
Commercial Construction Superintendent to lead field operations for commercial and multifamily construction projects throughout the Memphis area. This role is responsible for overseeing all on-site construction activities from groundbreaking through final completion while ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
The ideal candidate has a proven background working for a
commercial general contractor, excels at coordinating subcontractors and field teams, and is committed to delivering successful projects through strong leadership, communication, and attention to detail.
Responsibilities- Oversee all on-site construction activities from project startup through final completion.
- Supervise subcontractors, vendors, field personnel, and trade partners to maintain project schedules, quality, and productivity.
- Develop, update, and maintain short-term and long-term construction schedules.
- Coordinate project sequencing, site logistics, manpower, equipment, and material deliveries.
- Monitor subcontractor performance and proactively resolve field issues, scheduling conflicts, and constructability challenges.
- Enforce OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and jobsite safety programs.
- Conduct daily site inspections to ensure quality workmanship and compliance with project plans and specifications.
- Review construction drawings, RFIs, submittals, specifications, and project documentation to support field execution.
- Partner with Project Managers to coordinate procurement, scheduling, budgets, and project milestones.
- Lead subcontractor coordination meetings, safety meetings, and daily planning discussions.
- Maintain accurate daily reports, site documentation, progress photos, and project records.
- Coordinate inspections, punch-list completion, owner walkthroughs, project turnover, and final closeout.
- Build strong relationships with owners, architects, engineers, inspectors, and project stakeholders.
Requirements- 7+ years of Superintendent experience managing commercial construction projects.
- Proven experience leading commercial, multifamily, healthcare, education, industrial, mixed-use, or institutional construction projects.
- Previous experience working for a commercial general contractor is strongly preferred.
- Strong understanding of construction scheduling, sequencing, subcontractor coordination, quality control, and field operations.
- Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety best practices.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and project documentation.
- Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience coordinating multiple trades simultaneously on active construction sites.
- Ability to maintain project schedules while delivering high-quality workmanship.
- Candidates located in or willing to relocate to the Memphis area are preferred.
- Ability to successfully complete professional reference checks and a pre-employment drug screening
Benefits- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance, where applicable.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
- Stable pipeline of commercial construction projects.
- Long-term career growth with an established commercial general contractor.
- Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.
