Commercial Construction Superintendent

HITT Contracting Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HITT Contracting Inc. in Charleston, SC is seeking a Commercial Construction Superintendent to lead on-site operations, enforce safety and quality standards, and serve as the liaison between the project team, clients, and subcontractors.

You will direct work according to the schedule and protect project integrity on a dynamic site. The role demands strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, with experience in commercial GC projects and tenant renovations.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree strongly preferred.
• Five+ years of commercial construction experience.
• Experience with a commercial general contractor and tenant renovations.
• Ability to organize resources, schedules, and safety.
• Proficiency with ProCore, Adobe, BlueBeam, and MS Office.
• OSHA 30 Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand and administer the HITT safety program and supervise subcontractors.
• Maintain HITT quality standards for all aspects of the project.
• Lead on-site safety and manage a safe jobsite.
• Maintain daily log and manage punch lists/closeout with owner/architect.
• Collaborate with project manager to formulate schedule and ensure proper installation methods.
• Maintain relationships with subcontractors and ensure fair treatment.
• Ensure accurate daily documentation of work orders and identify issues early.
• Develop and organize the site team and arrange temporary facilities.
• Collaborate with project manager and site operations throughout the project.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Project management

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction/engineering/business

Tools

Microsoft Office

ProCore

Adobe

BlueBeam

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 Superintendent

Job Description

A Superintendent directs the work flow of the project on site consistent with the project schedule and HITT safety and quality standards. The Superintendent provides leadership and serves as the liaison between project team members to promote the interest of both the business and clients in all matters, as well as demonstrate the characteristics of a mid-level leader. The Superintendent communicates project priorities to site staff and all subcontractors, serving as the primary leader on site for the construction project.

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.
• 5+ 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:
  • 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

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