Construction Superintendent

EquipmentShare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EquipmentShare is seeking a hands-on Construction Superintendent to oversee multiple commercial construction projects. This role involves site selection, resource coordination, and ensuring projects meet budget and timeline expectations. With competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement, join a team that values professional development and community engagement.

Benefits

Company provided truck or vehicle allowance ($800/mo)

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits coverage

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Fitness membership stipends

16 hours of paid volunteer time per year

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in construction, development, or site acquisition.
• 5+ years of managing multiple commercial and/or industrial projects over $1 million.
• Strong understanding of zoning, entitlements, land use law, permitting, and construction processes.

Responsibilities

• Source and secure new development sites and conduct due diligence.
• Lead full entitlement process including permits, variances, and environmental approvals.
• Develop and manage project budgets across acquisition, design and pre-construction.

Skills

Negotiation

Budgeting

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Urban Planning, Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Google Sheets

Job description

EquipmentShare is Hiring a Construction Superintendent - Owners Representative

EquipmentShare is looking for a hands-on Construction Superintendent that has a builder’s mentality.

Salary range: $85k-$120k. Factors including past experience and location may affect final compensation rate.

Primary Responsibilities:

Site Selection & Acquisition

• Source and secure new development sites aligned with company strategy.
  Conduct due diligence, including feasibility studies, zoning, environmental assessments, and risk evaluations.
• Work with local operations to assess site feasibility and design initial site plans with civil engineers.
• Negotiate Purchase and Sale Agreements (PSAs) and Lease Agreements with legal counsel support.
• Maintain deal summaries and acquisition reports for leadership.

Entitlements, Permitting & Regulatory Approvals

• Lead full entitlement process including rezoning, permits, variances, and environmental approvals.
• Serve as the main liaison with municipalities, utilities, DOT, water management districts, and local agencies.
• Attend pre-application meetings and coordinate with community stakeholders.
• Work through permitting processes for both ground-up builds and remodels.

Design & Construction Coordination

• Prepare and review bid packages, issue RFPs, and manage bid processes.
• Select and manage architects, engineers, and consultants; negotiate contracts and oversee deliverables.
• Review all construction documents including civil, MEP, architectural, and structural plans.
• Ensure designs align with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct site surveys and develop scopes of work for remodels of existing buildings.
  Use software such as Bluebeam to mark up plans and manage revisions.

Budgeting & Financial Oversight

• Develop and manage project budgets across acquisition, entitlement, design, and pre-construction.
• Forecast project costs and manage contingencies.
  Evaluate and approve change orders; review and audit contractor pay applications.
• Provide cost tracking and reporting at key milestones.

Pre-Construction & Project Oversight

• Collaborate with internal pre-construction teams to develop early budgets and transition projects into construction.
• Support general contractor (GC) procurement and monitor construction progress.
  Oversee compliance with building timelines, standards, and contract terms.
• Participate in weekly project meetings to evaluate cost, schedule, and design.

Project Closeout & Documentation

• Manage project closeout including punch lists, warranty processes, and 11-month inspections.
• Maintain and organize all project files and ensure data backup.
• Coordinate external vendor documentation post-project.

Why We’re a Better Place to Work

• Competitive pay: Base salary plus quarterly bonus potential

• Company provided truck or Vehicle allowance ($800/mo)

• Company provided cell phone or phone stipend

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits coverage for full-time employees

• 401(k) and company match

• Generous paid time off (PTO) plus company paid holidays

• Fitness Membership stipends plus seasonal and year round wellness challenges

• Volunteering and local charity initiatives that help you nurture and grow the communities you call home. Employees receive 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development

About You

You started your career in a trade such as electrician, carpenter, roofing, plumber, etc. and over time, advanced to overseeing construction projects. In the past 5 years you have grown to oversee multiple construction projects simultaneously within commercial or industrial construction; ideally across multiple states.

The Construction Superintendent duties include coordinating construction project resources and tracking project progress against established timelines and schedules. You will ensure work is completed on time, within budget, and to specification, and act as a liaison between the client and project team members regarding changes or problems. You will select, negotiate with, and coordinate the work of vendors, contractors, or subcontractors and be responsible for material management and deliver scheduling tasks in support of assigned projects. You will track project progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, or other performance indicators and prepare and deliver reports to stakeholders. Lastly, you are willing and able to be hands-on with the construction on your job sites.

Skills & Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Urban Planning, Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in construction, development, or site acquisition.
• 5+ years of managing multiple commercial and/or industrial projects over $1 million.
• Experience with steel-frame buildings and remodels of existing structures.
• Strong understanding of zoning, entitlements, land use law, permitting, and construction processes.
• Skilled in budgeting, cost forecasting, contract negotiation, and consultant management.
• Proficient in construction software such as Google Sheets, Procore, and Bluebeam.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and have a clean driving record.
• Willing and able to travel up to 75% of the time.
• Ability to be hands-on at job sites

Preferred

• Experience with industrial/commercial real estate projects.
• Familiarity with reading and interpreting site and construction drawings.
• Strong time management and ability to work cross-functionally and independently.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting up to 50 pounds
• Sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, stooping, bending, reaching overhead
• Driving a vehicle

EquipmentShare is an EOE M/F/D/V