Commercial Superintendent

Jobot; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Superintendent – Commercial Construction in the Washington, DC metro area to lead tenant interiors, commercial renovations, and retail projects up to $10M. You will supervise subcontractors, coordinate field operations, and uphold safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in commercial construction, can read drawings, uses CM tools, and demonstrates strong leadership. This full-time on-site role offers a strong project pipeline and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of commercial construction experience.
• Experience managing tenant interiors, commercial renovations, or retail construction projects.
• Experience overseeing projects valued up to approximately $10M.
• OSHA safety certification.
• Proficiency with construction management tools and scheduling platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication and leadership skills in a field environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise subcontractors and manage daily field operations.
• Coordinate project schedules and sequencing of work activities.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Lead subcontractor coordination meetings and jobsite planning sessions.
• Maintain daily reports, field documentation, and jobsite records.

Skills

Project leadership

Subcontractor coordination

Reading drawings

Scheduling

Safety management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

Superintendent – Commercial Construction | Strong Project Pipeline + Excellent Compensation

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Bradley Clark

Salary: $110,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a nationally recognized commercial general contractor specializing in high-quality interior construction, renovations, and capital improvement projects for corporate, retail, hospitality, and institutional clients. Headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area with offices across several major U.S. markets, this company has built a strong reputation for delivering complex projects with precision and consistency.

Over the past several decades, the organization has grown into a multi-market construction firm known for strong client partnerships, technical expertise, and award-winning work. The company focuses on delivering exceptional spaces while maintaining a collaborative culture centered around teamwork, accountability, and long-term professional development.

Project teams are empowered to take ownership of their work while collaborating closely with clients, design partners, and subcontractors to ensure successful project delivery.

Why join us:

Joining our client means becoming part of a company that values both craftsmanship and career development. Employees are encouraged to grow professionally while contributing to high-profile commercial construction projects across a variety of industries.

Professionals at this company benefit from:

• A collaborative environment where field and office teams work closely together
• Opportunities to lead challenging commercial renovation and interior construction projects
• A culture that values safety, accountability, and strong relationships with clients and trade partners
• Leadership that promotes internal career growth and mentorship
• Exposure to modern construction technologies and project delivery methods
• A reputation for excellence backed by industry recognition and award-winning projects
• The organization believes that successful projects are built by strong teams and invests heavily in the development of its people.

Job Details

• Minimum 8 years of commercial construction experience as a Superintendent or Lead Superintendent
• Experience managing tenant interiors, commercial renovations, or retail construction projects
• Experience overseeing projects valued up to approximately $10M

• Ability to supervise subcontractors and manage daily field operations
• Ability to coordinate project schedules and sequencing of work activities
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Experience managing jobsite safety and enforcing safety standards
• Experience coordinating materials, equipment, and manpower on active job sites
• Experience maintaining daily reports, field documentation, and jobsite records
• Ability to coordinate closely with Project Managers and project teams
• Strong communication and leadership skills in a field environment
• High school diploma or equivalent
• OSHA safety certification
• Proficiency with construction management tools and scheduling platforms
• Ability to lead subcontractor coordination meetings and jobsite planning sessions

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