Commercial Working Superintendent

J & J Construction; Westminster (MD); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Travel compensation

Per diem

Health benefits

401(k)

Company car

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

J & J Construction in Westminster, MD seeks a hands-on Working Superintendent to run commercial projects in the field, self-perform carpentry, and coordinate with airport/owner representatives. This role leads from the front, drives schedule, enforces standards, and fills gaps in the field to keep production moving.

Travel nationwide is required; strong leadership and safety compliance are essential for success in aviation and public-sector projects.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial construction field experience.
• 3+ years in a Superintendent or Lead Foreman role.
• Strong carpentry background with ability to self-perform work.
• Experience in airport or secure environment projects preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel (airport projects nationwide).
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.

Responsabilités

• Lead day-to-day field operations on commercial construction projects.
• Manage subcontractors to ensure quality, safety, and schedule compliance.
• Develop and maintain short-interval schedules and 3-week look-aheads.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, and owner/airport requirements.
• Conduct daily site walks and enforce quality control standards.
• Maintain site organization, logistics planning, and material flow.
• Proactively identify and solve field issues before they impact schedule or cost.
• Self-perform carpentry and general trades work including framing, blocking, doors, millwork, and finish carpentry.
• Support production during critical schedule periods.
• Assist with layout and minor field modifications.

Connaissances

Carpentry background

Leadership

Field operations

Reading drawings

Communication

Safety enforcement

Formation

OSHA 30 certification

Description du poste

Working Superintendent J & J Construction

Commercial Construction – Aviation & Public Sector Projects

Travel Required

Position Summary

J & J Construction is seeking a hands-on Working Superintendent who can run commercial construction projects in the field while also self-performing carpentry and related trade work as needed. This role is ideal for a leader who is equally comfortable managing subcontractors, coordinating with airport/owner representatives, and picking up tools to keep production moving.

This is not a desk superintendent role. We are looking for someone who leads from the front, drives schedule, enforces standards, and fills gaps in the field when necessary.

Key Responsibilities

Field Leadership & Project Execution

• Lead day-to-day field operations on commercial construction projects.
• Manage subcontractors to ensure quality, safety, and schedule compliance.
• Develop and maintain short-interval schedules and 3-week look-aheads.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, and owner/airport requirements.
• Conduct daily site walks and enforce quality control standards.
• Maintain site organization, logistics planning, and material flow.
• Proactively identify and solve field issues before they impact schedule or cost.

Self-Perform Work

• Perform and/or assist with carpentry and general trades work including:
  • Framing (metal/wood)
  • Blocking and backing
  • Doors, frames, and hardware installation
  • Millwork and finish carpentry
  • Light demolition and punch-out
  • Temporary protection and site logistics
• Support production during critical schedule periods.
• Assist with layout and minor field modifications as required.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce company safety policies and site-specific safety plans.
• Conduct toolbox talks and maintain a safe jobsite.
• Ensure compliance with airport, federal, and local regulations.
• Maintain proper documentation (daily reports, incident reports, etc.).

Communication & Documentation

• Submit accurate daily reports with manpower, production, and issues.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and office staff.
• Track field quantities and assist with change order documentation.
• Participate in project meetings with clients and inspectors.
• Represent J & J Construction professionally at all times.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial construction field experience.
• 3+ years in a Superintendent or Lead Foreman role.
• Strong carpentry background with the ability to self-perform work.
• Experience in airport or secure environment projects preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Willingness to travel (airport projects nationwide).

Skills & Traits We Value

• Takes ownership of the project.
• Leads by example and works alongside crews when needed.
• Strong work ethic and high accountability.
• Schedule-driven and solution-oriented.
• Comfortable in fast-paced, operational environments (airports).
• No ego — focused on getting the job done right.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs.
• Ability to work on ladders, lifts, and active construction sites.
• Able to perform physical carpentry tasks daily when required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Travel compensation
• Per diem (when applicable)
• Health benefits
• 401(k)
• Opportunity for advancement within a growing national contractor

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company car
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

• Support production during critical schedule periods.
• Maintain proper documentation (daily reports, incident reports, etc.).