Commercial Construction Superintendent - Nashville, TN

MissionHires; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MissionHires is looking for a Senior Commercial Construction Superintendent in Nashville, TN, to oversee field operations for high-end restaurant, retail, and commercial projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to manage project schedules and budgets effectively.

The role involves extensive communication with clients and subcontractors while ensuring safety and quality across all sites. The salary range is competitive, between $75,000 and $120,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction site management.
• Proven success in managing budgets and schedules.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field operations for various construction projects.
• Ensure adherence to project schedules and budgets.
• Communicate effectively with clients and trade partners.

Skills

Commercial construction site management

Schedule management

Budget management

Excellent communication skills

Leadership abilities

Proficiency with construction software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Procore

Sage Construction Software

Job description

MissionHires is partnering with a highly reputable, mid‑Tennessee commercial General Contractor to hire a Senior Commercial Construction Superintendent in Nashville, TN (on‑site, no remote). The Superintendent will lead day‑to‑day field operations for high‑end restaurant and retail, commercial office, hospitality, and mixed‑use projects (ground‑up and build‑out), driving schedule, budget adherence, safety, quality, subcontractor coordination, and client communication from design through closeout.

Salary range: $75,000–$120,000 DOE.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and manage project schedules in partnership with the Project Manager, ensuring adherence to Reverse Phase Scheduling
• Over‑communicate with clients, trade partners, and internal staff to align on priorities, milestones, and issue resolution
• Direct day‑to‑day site activities and supervise subcontractors/trade partners and craft employees
• Assign field responsibilities, track productivity, and provide performance input to management
• Review shop drawings and submittals; manage material procurement, deliveries, and site logistics
• Ensure site accessibility, enforce safety standards, and maintain an organized, efficient jobsite
• Inspect work for quality and compliance with drawings, specifications, and finish schedules
• Proactively identify risks, constraints, and conflicts; sequence and coordinate work to protect schedule and budget
• Interface regularly with inspectors, architects, interior designers, engineers, clients, and city officials
• Maintain thorough project documentation and reports using Word, Excel, and construction software (Procore or Sage preferred)
• Promote environmentally sound practices, including waste minimization and recycling where practical
• Lead projects from design participation through punch list and project completion/closeout

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of commercial construction site‑management/superintendent experience
• Proven success managing schedules and budgets on commercial projects (restaurant/retail, office, hospitality, mixed‑use; ground‑up and build‑out)
• Strong ability to organize, prioritize, and follow up on multiple concurrent tasks and trades
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a positive, client‑focused demeanor
• Demonstrated leadership to motivate and support subcontractors and field teams
• Ability to build strong relationships with owners, design teams, trade partners, inspectors, and authorities having jurisdiction
• Proficient in reading and interpreting construction documents, blueprints, finish schedules, submittals, and equipment specifications
• High level of proactivity, forward planning, and attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with Procore or Sage Construction Software preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field preferred (or equivalent field experience)
• Commitment to jobsite safety, quality control, and environmentally responsible practices
• Management‑focused role; no requirement for hands‑on use of hand or power tools