General Superintendent

Structural Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays & vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Career development and growth

Job summary

STRUCTURAL is seeking a General Superintendent to lead field operations across UAE projects. You will collaborate with Project Managers and senior leaders to plan, schedule, and execute complex repair and maintenance work, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate brings 12+ years in construction with strong field-management experience, including multiple concurrent projects, and a proven ability to read drawings and manage crews to high standards.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of general construction experience with 5+ years in field management (Foreman/Asst. Superintendent).
• Experience in repair projects: concrete repair, structural strengthening, waterproofing, corrosion control, façade restoration.
• Proven ability to manage 3–8 projects simultaneously depending on size/complexity.
• Ability to oversee field operations and multiple levels of field managers.
• Read, interpret and execute construction drawings and contract specs; resolve discrepancies.
• Commitment to safety and operating principles.
• Experience producing look-ahead schedules and handling related documents.

Responsibilities

• Work with PMs and leaders to support STRUCTURAL projects.
• Participate in pre-project and pre-task planning and disseminate details to field teams.
• Motivate and coordinate field crews across project activities.
• Ensure crews operate tools and equipment safely, properly, productively.
• Provide training to field managers and crews.
• Assist PMs in evaluating production rates and progress.
• Complete essential project paperwork clearly and accurately.
• Interview and hire new field employees.
• Lead the Company's Safety 24/7 culture.

Skills

Reading construction drawings

Safety leadership

Scheduling / look-ahead

Communication with customer/teams

Construction math

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's in Construction management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Company Overview

STRUCTURAL integrates technology-driven solutions with specialty contracting services to improve, protect, and enhance the existing infrastructure of owners directly, and in partnership with designers and contractors. STRUCTURAL offers a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services and is the largest concrete repair contractor in the United States, with roughly 2,500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets. STRUCTURAL is the open-shop contracting business line of Structural Group. We are currently recruiting for a General Superintendent to support projects throughout the UAE.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with Project Managers, Division Managers and other leaders within the STRUCTURAL
• Participating in pre-project and pre-task planning activities then disseminating planning details to field teams
• Motivating team members to work together to accomplish tasks, coordinate work activities with other construction project activities and assign work to employees, based on material and worker requirements of specific jobs
• Ensuring crews are operating all tools and equipment in a safe, proper and productive manner
• Providing training and assistance to field managers and crews in the performance of work related tasks
• Assisting Project Managers in evaluating various production rates related to the project
• Completing all essential paperwork in a clear an accurate manner
• Interviewing and hiring of new field employees
• Providing leadership to the Company's Safety 24/7 culture

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Candidates with a Bachelors degree in Construction management or related field may be given preference.
• 12+ years of experience in general construction with at least 5 of those years in a field management role at a Foreman or Assistant Superintendent level or above.
• Prior experience in general repair type projects to include: concrete repair, structural strengthening, waterproofing, corrosion control, façade restoration,
• Previous experience running 3-8 projects simultaneously (depending on size/complexity)
• Proven ability to manage various levels of field managers as well as oversee divisional field operations
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and execute to construction drawings and contract specifications. Resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Established dedication to safety and ability to display commitment to our operating principles
• Proven experience to produce look-ahead schedules and work with other construction documents as required by the project and leadership
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with the customer, crew and project teams
• Intermediate computer skills and construction math skills

Our ideal General Superintendent candidate is an innovative but decisive field manager who can work effectively in a highly collaborative, team-based environment; has the ability to set goals and expectations and hold others accountable; can encourage and mentor others; is approachable, empathetic and outgoing; can quickly gain trust and respect; and is able to establish and maintain relationships.

Benefits

• medical, dental insurance
• 401(k)
• paid holidays & vacation
• tuition reimbursement
• career development and growth opportunities
• caring work environment

EOE/M/F/D/V

EOE/M/F/D/V

Make structures stronger that last longer.

To provide an enriching work experience for our people so they develop, have fun and grow with us.

Structural is globally recognized as a leader in repair and maintenance of infrastructure. We integrate design-build expertise, advanced technology, and innovative procurement methods to extend the life of critical structures, prioritizing the maintenance of existing assets over new construction. By championing the upkeep of essential assets, we pave the way for a more resilient future, ensuring the integrity of our urban landscapes for generations to come.