Commercial Construction Superintendent

Jans-Corporation; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Company vehicle

Medical, dental, vision

Life and AD&D insurance

Short-Term Disability

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Flex Time Off

Wellness discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Relocation assistance

Gear allowance

Job summary

Jans Corporation, a well-established family-run general contractor, seeks an experienced Commercial Superintendent to lead smaller commercial projects. You will supervise crews and subcontractors, perform hands-on field work when required, and balance safety with schedule, budget, and quality.

Strong leadership and communication are essential. Weekly hours typically run 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, with potential weekends or evenings for deadlines.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in commercial construction field with supervisory experience.
• Ability to coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and field crews to maintain schedule, quality, and safety.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, schedules, RFIs, submittals, and change-related documentation.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of crew and subcontractors to ensure work is performed safely and efficiently.
• Enforce safety protocols per OSHA and company policies.
• Monitor progress and quality, ensuring alignment with schedules and plans.
• Provide hands-on field support when needed to keep projects moving.
• Coordinate materials and equipment and prevent delays through timely procurement and communication.
• Maintain clear daily logs, progress reports, and incident records with the project manager.

Skills

Leadership

Project coordination

Safety compliance

Reading drawings

Communication

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Field supervision

Conflict resolution

Travel readiness

Tools

Procore

Autodesk Build

Bluebeam

Scheduling software

Job description

About Us:

Jans Corporation is a well-established, medium-sized family-owned general contracting company with a rich history spanning over 40 years. We specialize in delivering high-quality commercial construction projects across various industries, maintaining a reputation for excellence and integrity in our work.

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Commercial Superintendent with a solid background in managing and overseeing commercial construction projects. This position will manage smaller commercial jobs and is well-suited for a working Superintendent who is comfortable leading the jobsite while also stepping in to perform hands‑on field work when needed. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of construction processes, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to balance field production, subcontractor coordination, safety, schedule, budget, and quality expectations.

Hours:

A typical workweek is Monday through Friday from 7:00AM to 4:00pmPM, actual working hours and days may vary due to project deadlines; May require weekend or evening work at times.

• Competitive compensation package
• Company vehicle
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-Paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Seven (7) paid holidays
• Flex Time Off accrual that starts on your first day!
• Fitness club discounts & wellness incentives
• Employee Assistance Programs
• A family-oriented workplace that values teamwork and professional growth
• $200 annual branded gear allowance
• $150 annual prescription safety glasses allowance
• Relocation Assistance may be available

Key Responsibilities:

Supervision of Crew and Subcontractors

• Directly oversee construction workers and subcontractors to ensure tasks are performed according to plan, safely, and efficiently.
• Assign daily tasks and monitor performance.
• Lead by example as a working Superintendent on smaller commercial projects, stepping in to assist with field tasks when needed to keep work moving safely and efficiently.

Ensuring Safety Compliance

• Enforce safety protocols and ensure the job site complies with OSHA and company safety regulations.

Project Progress and Quality Control

• Monitor the progress of work to ensure it aligns with schedules and specifications.
• Inspect work for quality, ensuring adherence to plans, codes, and standards.

Hands‑On Field Support

• Perform or assist with hands‑on field work as project needs require, including layout support, basic carpentry, site preparation, material handling, punch list items, cleanup, and general field tasks.
• Balance hands‑on production work with supervision, subcontractor coordination, safety oversight, documentation, schedule management, and quality control.
• Identify and help resolve field issues quickly to reduce delays, support productivity, and maintain a professional, organized jobsite.

Coordination of Materials and Equipment

• Ensure timely delivery and proper usage of materials, tools, and equipment.
• Prevent delays by coordinating needs with suppliers and the project manager.

Reporting and Communication

• Maintain clear and timely communication with the project manager, engineers, and other stakeholders.
• Prepare daily logs, progress reports, and incident reports.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of commercial construction field experience, including progressively responsible supervisory experience.
• Proven ability to manage day‑to‑day job‑site operations from mobilization through inspections, punch list, and closeout.
• Strong working knowledge of commercial construction means and methods, construction documents, specifications, building codes, and jobsite safety requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, field crews, and project teams to maintain schedule, quality, and safety expectations.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, schedules, RFIs, submittals, and change‑related documentation.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem‑solving, and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to use construction technology, scheduling tools, mobile applications, and project management software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with projects of similar size, scope, and complexity.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred, or ability to obtain within a defined timeframe after hire.
• Experience using construction management platforms such as Procore, Autodesk Build, Bluebeam, or similar systems.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to local/regional jobsites as needed.

Accessibility:

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Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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