Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent - Industrial

HITT Contracting Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 132,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health coverage (vision & dental)

Employer‑matched 401(k)

Wellness reimbursement program

Paid holidays and time off

Job summary

HITT Contracting is seeking a Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent – Industrial to lead safety on the project site, oversee quality, and drive on-site operations. You will collaborate with the project manager to develop and maintain the schedule, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure timely completion while upholding HITT quality standards.

The role requires 8–10 years in commercial construction, a four-year degree or equivalent experience, and strong leadership, communication, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in construction, engineering, or business.
• 8–10 years of commercial construction experience.
• Tenant renovations, work in occupied spaces, weekend work, fast-paced projects.
• Strong leadership and on-site safety management.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site safety and enforce the HITT safety program.
• Maintain daily logs and punch lists through closeout.
• Collaborate with the project manager to formulate schedules and methods.
• Maintain relationships with subcontractors and manage change orders.

Skills

Safety leadership

Communication

Project management

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Flexibility

Leadership

Education

Four-year degree in construction/engineering/business

Tools

Microsoft Office

ProCore

Adobe

BlueBeam

OSHA 30 Certification

Job description

Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates. No matter your background, education, or career path, if you share our vision to create extraordinary experiences, you belong at HITT.

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent – Industrial Job Description:

Responsibilities

• Understanding and administering the HITT safety program to include all subcontractors, ensuring that all accidents/incidents are promptly reported and investigated, and assisting in safety inspections by outside agencies
• Maintain HITT quality standards for all aspects of the project
• Serve as the leader for all on site safety, managing a safe jobsite for all involved
• Maintain daily log of all activities and site conditions, while managing the punch list and closeout process through owner/architect acceptance
• Work with the project manager in formulating project schedule, ensuring that the proper methods and sequence of installation are followed, making and following through with schedule commitments, and maintaining HITT quality standards
• Maintain good working relationships with all subcontractors on the project, developing relationships within the community which enhance business opportunities, and ensuring subcontractors are treated fairly
• Ensure complete, accurate daily documentation of work orders/tickets, understanding subcontractor scope of work to avoid unnecessary change orders, and identifying problems early and act immediately to provide solutions
• Develop and organize the site team, arranging for temporary facilities/utilities for the site, and identifying long lead items that need to be expedited
• Collaborate with the project manager and site operations team throughout the life of the project

Qualifications

• A four‑year degree from an accredited university with a concentration in construction, engineering, or business is strongly preferred.
• In lieu of a degree, additional work experience is acceptable.
• 8‑10 years’ experience in commercial construction, including experience with a commercial general contractor
• Tenant renovations, service work, work in occupied spaces, weekend work, fast paced project experience all a plus
• Mastery of building processes and best practices
• Ability to organize necessary resources, including people, tools and time to meet tight deadlines and achieve desired results
• Project lead experience preferred
• Previous experience in a superintendent or project lead experience preferred
• Ability to master sector/project‑specific software systems including but not limited to: Microsoft Office suite (ex. Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), ProCore, Adobe, BlueBeam, OSHA 30 Certification preferred
• Ability to walk and/or stand for long periods of time and the ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Must demonstrate a strong ability to:
  • Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, with a strong focus on audience appropriate business writing and verbal skills
  • Demonstrate a positive attitude and passion for construction and our industry
  • Gather data, interpret it into meaningful information, and relay that information through clear, concise communication strategies; ability to see how pieces and processes fit into and affect the bigger picture/business model
  • Organize and manage tasks and priorities
  • Demonstrate integrity consistently with The HITT Way and HITT’s core values
  • Seek continuous improvement of knowledge and abilities, internal focus on self‑improvement
  • Adapt and exercise flexibility with the ever‑changing world of technology, design, means and methods
  • Collaborate with people of various backgrounds and styles
  • Create and maintain relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and vendors
  • Exhibit respectfulness by being punctual, engaged/focused, and respectful of others

Compensation

In accordance with Virginia Senate Bill 215 (SB 215), the base salary range for this position is: $132,000.00 - $181,500.00. Compensation in other cities and states may vary.

Benefits

• HITT Contracting offers a competitive total benefits and compensation package including performance-based bonuses, premium health care coverage including vision and dental, employer‑matched 401(k), wellness reimbursement program, paid holidays and time‑off, and other voluntary benefits and leave types.

Equal Opportunity

HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job‑related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Employment Policies

HITT Contracting maintains a drug‑free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

Company Background

Since 1937, HITT Contracting has grown to be one for the top 10 general contractors in the U.S. with 16 offices nationwide. We continue to expand across the country, leading us to new locations and expanding into new work types. HITT has a workforce of more than 3,300 team members companywide, and we’re looking for driven candidates to join our team who want to grow with us and contribute to the company’s ongoing success.