Construction Superintendent

Aspire Talent Solutions; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Talent Solutions seeks an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee daily on-site construction operations, ensuring safety, schedule, and budget adherence while serving as the primary on-site leader from project start to completion.

The role requires strong knowledge of construction methods, ability to read drawings, and proven experience managing subcontractors and field personnel. Lead a professional, safety-conscious team on diverse projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Construction Superintendent or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and sequencing.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Proven experience managing subcontractors and job-site personnel.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• OSHA 30 certification (or ability to obtain).
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily on-site construction activities.
• Coordinate and schedule subcontractors, labor, and materials.
• Ensure work is performed according to plans, specifications, and local building codes.
• Maintain site organization, cleanliness, and productivity.
• Develop and maintain the project schedule in coordination with the Project Manager.
• Monitor progress and address delays or issues.
• Conduct daily and weekly site inspections to ensure quality standards are met.
• Verify completed work before inspections and turnover.
• Enforce all safety regulations and conduct toolbox talks.
• Identify and correct unsafe conditions immediately.
• Maintain site safety documentation and incident reports.
• Serve as the primary on-site point of contact and communicate with PMs, subcontractors, inspectors, and clients.
• Lead by example and foster a professional job-site culture.
• Resolve conflicts and field issues efficiently.
• Maintain daily logs, progress reports, and manpower tracking.
• Review drawings, RFIs, and change orders.
• Assist with inspections, punch lists, and project closeout documentation.

Skills

Subcontractor mgmt

Leadership

Read drawings

Planning & scheduling

Safety compliance

Communication

OSHA 30

Tools

Procore

Buildertrend

MS Project

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Construction Superintendent to oversee daily on-site construction operations and ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. The Superintendent will manage subcontractors, coordinate site activities, enforce safety standards, and serve as the primary on-site leader from project start to completion.

Key Responsibilities

Site Management & Operations

• Oversee all daily on-site construction activities

• Coordinate and schedule subcontractors, labor, and materials

• Ensure work is performed according to plans, specifications, and local building codes

• Maintain site organization, cleanliness, and productivity

Schedule & Quality Control

• Develop and maintain the project schedule in coordination with the Project Manager

• Monitor progress and proactively address delays or issues

• Conduct daily and weekly site inspections to ensure quality standards are met

• Verify completed work before inspections and turnover

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce all company, OSHA, and site-specific safety regulations

• Conduct safety meetings and toolbox talks

• Identify and correct unsafe conditions immediately

• Maintain site safety documentation and incident reports

Communication & Leadership

• Serve as the primary on-site point of contact

• Communicate effectively with project managers, subcontractors, inspectors, and clients

• Lead by example and foster a positive, professional job-site culture

• Resolve conflicts and field issues efficiently

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain daily logs, progress reports, and manpower tracking

• Review drawings, RFIs, and change orders

• Assist with inspections, punch lists, and project closeout documentation

Qualifications

Required

• 5+ years of experience as a Construction Superintendent or similar role

• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and sequencing

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications

• Proven experience managing subcontractors and job-site personnel

• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

• OSHA 30 certification (or ability to obtain)

• Valid driver's license

Preferred

• Experience with [commercial / residential / multifamily / industrial] construction

• Familiarity with scheduling software (Procore, Buildertrend, MS Project, or similar)

• CPR/First Aid certification