Construction Superintendent

Culver's; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Culvers is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead restaurant construction projects from ground up in Columbus, OH. You’ll oversee on-site activities, manage ground-up builds, remodels, and tenant improvements, coordinating multiple trades while ensuring safety and adherence to schedules and budgets.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on leadership, strong problem-solving skills, and travel flexibility to sites across the region, with compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Construction Superintendent or similar leadership role.
• Experience in restaurant construction (QSR or fast-casual preferred).
• Knowledge of commercial construction processes and sequencing.
• Experience coordinating multiple trades and subcontractors.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel regularly to job sites (regional or national).
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day on-site operations for restaurant construction projects.
• Manage ground-up builds, remodels, and tenant improvements.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, and project stakeholders.
• Ensure projects meet brand standards, designs, and operational requirements.
• Maintain schedules and mitigate delays.
• Enforce job site safety and OSHA compliance.
• Conduct site inspections for quality control.
• Manage material deliveries and site logistics.
• Review and interpret blueprints and construction documents.
• Provide progress updates to leadership and development teams.
• Support budgeting and monitor cost controls.

Skills

Leadership

Construction management

Reading blueprints

Communication

Team coordination

Travel readiness

Job description

Construction Superintendent

Position Summary

We're looking for an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead restaurant construction projects from the ground up! In this role, you’ll oversee on-site construction activities, including new builds, remodels, and tenant improvements, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to our quality standards.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader with restaurant construction experience, strong problem‑solving skills, and the ability to coordinate multiple teams and keep projects moving forward. This role involves travel to various job sites and offers competitive compensation based on experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day on-site operations for restaurant construction projects
• Manage ground‑up builds, remodels, and tenant improvement projects
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, and project stakeholders
• Ensure projects meet brand standards, design specifications, and operational requirements
• Maintain strict adherence to project schedules and proactively mitigate delays
• Enforce job site safety and ensure compliance with OSHA and local regulations
• Conduct site inspections to monitor quality control and workmanship
• Manage material deliveries and site logistics
• Review and interpret blueprints, specifications, and construction documents
• Provide regular progress updates to leadership and development teams
• Support budgeting efforts and monitor cost controls

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Construction Superintendent or similar leadership role
• Proven experience inrestaurant construction(QSR or fast‑casual experience strongly preferred)
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction processes and sequencing
• Experience managing multiple trades and subcontractors simultaneously
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills
• Ability to travel regularly to job sites (regional or national travel may be required)
• Valid driver’s license required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk active construction sites for extended periods
• Ability to climb ladders and navigate multi‑level structures
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when necessary

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to lead high‑impact restaurant buildouts
• Work with a growing multi‑unit development team
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Career growth within a growing organization

In 1984, Craig and Lea Culver, along with Craig’s parents George and Ruth, opened the very first Culver's in the family’s beloved hometown of Sauk City, Wisconsin, and began serving ButterBurgers® and Frozen Custard.
Craveable as our signature combination is, the Culver family knew right away that although the business is centered around the food, it is really about the people. While folks can vividly recall the first time they bit into a ButterBurger or tasted a scoop of rich, creamy Fresh Frozen Custard, it’s our way of welcoming guests that truly makes Culver’s delicious.