Commercial Construction Superintendent (Healthcare Projects Focus)

Danis; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance and dental

Life insurance and disability coverage

401K plan and profit-sharing

Job summary

Danis seeks a Superintendent to lead healthcare construction projects in Florida, guiding on-site teams from field leadership to project delivery. You will coordinate with hospital clients, medical facility representatives, and contractors to ensure patient care standards are met while maintaining schedule and budget.

The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and hands-on supervision of self-perform work in a healthcare setting, enabling high-quality outcomes and community impact.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in at-risk (self-perform), lump sum, and negotiated CM construction, with healthcare and medical facility projects essential.
• Experience with projects valued between $20M - $50M is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of Florida healthcare construction requirements including AHCA guidelines, permitting, inspections, and compliance.
• Experience with self-perform work including demolition, structural concrete, rough carpentry, doors/frames/hardware, drywall, ceilings, and division 10 specialties.
• Ability to navigate complex challenges in healthcare settings and make decisions that ensure project success.

Responsibilities

• Lead with Vision: supervise the total on-site effort to ensure construction aligns with design, budget, schedule, safety, and quality standards.
• Implement Excellence: plan and supervise craft foremen and activities, determine construction methods, manpower, materials, equipment, and hours.
• Guide & Mentor: lead project meetings, direct planning, scheduling, and engineering functions, and mentor field engineers.
• Control & Implement Schedule: streamline timelines by planning craft activities and managing schedules.
• Ensure Safety & Compliance: enforce safety protocols and healthcare-specific standards on site.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Leadership

Healthcare project experience

Self-perform construction

Job description

Overview

Danis is a recognized leader in the construction management industry, celebrated for our relentless commitment to excellence and innovation since 1916. We are problem solvers, innovators, and meticulous planners, delivering complex, high-quality projects that fulfill our clients' visions. Our team thrives on challenges, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, and we’re passionate about building more than just structures—we build communities.

Overview

Danis is a recognized leader in the construction management industry, celebrated for our relentless commitment to excellence and innovation since 1916. We are problem solvers, innovators, and meticulous planners, delivering complex, high-quality projects that fulfill our clients' visions. Our team thrives on challenges, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, and we’re passionate about building more than just structures—we build communities.

At Danis, we take pride in our hands‑on approach. Our Superintendents are true builders, dedicated to perfecting the craft. They don’t sit behind desks or push paper—they lead from the field. One of the perks of working with Danis? Our projects are local, meaning less time on the road and more time at home each night.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us:

As a Superintendent at Danis, you’ll have the opportunity to lead transformative healthcare construction projects, from cutting‑edge hospitals to critical care centers. You’ll be part of something bigger, helping build the very places that support and enhance patient care and well‑being. If you’re ready to elevate healthcare infrastructure, this is the role for you.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead with Vision: You’ll supervise the total on‑site effort to ensure the project is constructed in accordance with design, budget, schedule, safety, and quality standards. This includes interfacing with healthcare clients, medical facility representatives, and other contractors to deliver projects that have a direct impact on patient care.
• Implement Excellence: Plan and supervise craft foremen and/or craft activities which includes determining methods of construction, manpower levels, material quantities, equipment, temporary power sources, work schedule and documenting actual hours worked.
• Guide & Mentor : Lead project meetings, provide direction to planning, scheduling, and engineering functions, and mentor and develop field engineers.
• Control & Implement Schedule: Streamline project timelines by planning and supervising craft activities, covering construction methods, manpower, materials, equipment, temporary power, and hours worked. Proactively manage schedules in alignment with project objectives.
• Ensure Safety & Compliance: Safety is paramount, especially in healthcare environments. You’ll ensure that all on‑site personnel comply with Danis' safety protocols, healthcare‑specific standards, and work rules. Proactively implement and oversee corrective actions as needed.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience You’ll Bring:

• Experience: 7+ years of experience in at-risk (self‑perform), lump sum, and negotiated CM construction, with healthcare and medical facility projects essential. Additional experience in higher education, corporate/commercial, or life sciences is a plus.
• Project Expertise: Proven track record in leading new construction, renovation, and upfit projects, particularly within healthcare environments. Experience with projects valued between $20M - $50M is highly preferred.
• Healthcare Regulatory Knowledge: required understanding of Florida healthcare construction requirements, including experience working within AHCA (Agency for Health Care Administration) guidelines, permitting processes, inspections, and compliance standards for healthcare and medical facility projects.
• Process Proficiency: Experience with self‑perform work which includes - demolition, structural concrete, rough carpentry, doors/frames/hardware, drywall, ceilings, and division 10 specialties, with a focus on healthcare‑related builds.
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving: Ability to navigate complex challenges, particularly in healthcare settings, and make decisions that ensure project success while adhering to healthcare facility requirements.

Physical Demands:

Working in sterile environments or active hospital settings requires strict adherence to safety and cleanliness protocols. You’ll need to climb and maintain balance on scaffolds and ladders; use your arms and hands to reach for, handle and manipulate objects and materials; Lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively to meet the physical demands of our industry. Stand or walk, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl for long periods of time. Must have acceptable vision (either naturally or with correction).

Why Join Danis?

• Make an Impact: Lead healthcare projects that support medical professionals and improve patient care. Your work will have a lasting, positive effect on communities.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy annual merit increases and bonuses.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health and dental insurance for you and your family, as well as life insurance, disability coverage, and supplemental insurance options.
• Secure Your Future: 401K plan and profit‑sharing opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO and vacation time, because we value your time outside of work.
• Give Back: Participate in our “Constructing Hope” program to contribute to meaningful community outreach projects.
• Career Development: Access 45+ training programs through Danis University to enhance your skills and grow your career.

EEO Statement

Danis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Danis does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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