Overview
The Lead Superintendent is responsible for the successful field execution and delivery of complex, ground-up municipal construction projects valued at approximately $30 million . This position provides leadership to field staff, trade partners, and subcontractors to ensure that projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The Lead Superintendent is the companys on-site representative and the primary point of coordination for all construction activities.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Execution
- Oversee all field construction activities from site mobilization through project closeout.
- Develop and maintain detailed three-week and master construction schedules in coordination with project management.
- Review and interpret project plans, specifications, and submittals to ensure work is performed in compliance with design intent and contract documents.
- Coordinate sequencing of work, material deliveries, and inspections to maintain project flow and mitigate delays.
- Lead daily and weekly coordination meetings with subcontractors, design teams, and owners.
Safety & Compliance
Enforce strict adherence to company and OSHA safety standards, leading by example to maintain a zero-incident jobsite.Conduct daily safety briefings, inspections, and incident investigations as necessary.Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal building codes, as well as municipal regulations and reporting requirements.Leadership & Communication
Supervise and mentor Assistant Superintendents, Field Engineers, and other field staff.Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, architects, engineers, inspectors, and subcontractors.Act as the on-site representative for the company, managing communication between the field and office teams.Quality Control
Implement and maintain the projects Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA / QC) program.Verify materials and workmanship meet or exceed contract requirements.Conduct regular punch list walks and oversee completion of corrective actions.Budget & Documentation
Monitor labor, equipment, and material costs to ensure adherence to the project budget.Review and approve subcontractor billings, change orders, and daily reports.Maintain detailed project documentation, including daily logs, photos, RFI tracking, and inspection records.Qualifications
Minimum 1015 years of experience in commercial construction with at least 5 years as a Lead Superintendent on projects over $20M , preferably municipal or institutional (e.g., civic centers, police / fire stations, libraries, schools).Proven track record of delivering complex ground-up structures (steel, concrete, or hybrid systems).Strong knowledge of construction means and methods , scheduling (Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar), and project management software (Procore, CMiC, etc.).