Construction Superintendent

Blue-Signal-Search; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

401k with company match

Travel expenses covered

Job summary

Blue-Signal-Search in Nashville, TN is seeking a Construction Superintendent to lead field activities on a diverse portfolio of facilities. You will oversee site improvements, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure work aligns with drawings and schedules.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and on‑time delivery, with ~90% travel and hands-on leadership in active construction environments. Must have a valid license and work authorization in the United States.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in field leadership roles (superintendent/foreman).
• 5+ years in heavy field construction: excavation, concrete, fencing, trenching, conduit.
• Ability to read construction drawings and layouts.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and managing schedules.
• Must have valid driver license and US work authorization.
• Background screening and drug testing required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee field activities, coordinate site improvements and installation efforts to ensure project execution.
• Coordinate subcontractors, sequence activities, maintain a productive jobsite per drawings and milestones.
• Monitor workmanship, identify deficiencies, drive punch list and closeout actions.
• Track site activity via daily reports, short range scheduling, and labor coordination.
• Receive and inspect materials, ensure proper storage, and supply crews as needed.
• Support quality through planning, checks, and documentation tied to scopes of work.
• Uphold safety standards with PPE, briefings, and immediate action on hazards.
• Maintain organized project records and assist with meetings and vendor coordination.

Skills

Field leadership

Excavation experience

Reinforced concrete

Industrial fencing

Trenching

Conduit installation

Read drawings

Oversee subcontractors

Equipment knowledge

Driver license

US work authorization

Background check

Drug testing

Tools

Mini excavators

Skid steers

Forklifts

Loaders

Lifts

Job description

Construction Superintendent

Location: Nashville, TN

Travel: Approximately 90 percent

A fast growing specialty construction organization is expanding its field leadership team and is looking for a Construction Superintendent who thrives in hands‑on, high accountability environments. This opportunity is well suited for someone who thrives in a hands‑on environment, enjoys tackling challenges as they arise, and wants to contribute to important projects across a diverse portfolio of facilities. You will play a visible role in keeping projects safe, organized, on schedule, and built to a high standard.

This Role Offers

• Competitive annual compensation, based on experience, plus per diem
• Company paid travel related business expenses for approved project needs
• 401k with company match
• Strong opportunity to broaden technical and field leadership skills through specialized construction and security infrastructure projects
• Exposure to complex project environments across government, industrial, mission critical, and commercial settings

Focus

• Oversee field-based project activities, coordinating site improvements, infrastructure upgrades, and installation efforts to ensure successful project execution.
• Coordinate subcontractors, sequence field activities, and maintain a productive jobsite that aligns with drawings, specifications, and project milestones.
• Monitor workmanship in the field, identify deficiencies early, and drive punch list and corrective action completion before closeout.
• Track site activity through daily reports, short range scheduling updates, labor coordination, and communication with project leadership.
• Receive and inspect incoming materials, confirm proper storage conditions, and help ensure crews have what they need to execute efficiently.
• Support project quality efforts through preparatory planning, in process checks, final reviews, and documentation tied to definable scopes of work.
• Help uphold site safety standards by reinforcing procedures, monitoring PPE use, coordinating activity specific briefings, and addressing unsafe conditions immediately.
• Maintain organized project records and assist with site meetings, progress reviews, and coordination with vendors, subcontractors, and client representatives.

Skill Set

• At least 3 years of experience in a field leadership role such as superintendent, foreman, site supervisor, or quality focused construction lead.
• At least 5 years of experience in one or more of the following areas: excavation, reinforced concrete, industrial fencing, trenching, conduit installation, or similar heavy field construction scopes.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, field layouts, and installation details.
• Comfortable overseeing subcontractors, tracking daily progress, and keeping work aligned with schedule and quality expectations.
• Working knowledge of common construction equipment such as mini excavators, skid steers, forklifts, loaders, lifts, or comparable machinery.
• Strong judgment, dependability, and communication skills, with the ability to lead in active field conditions.
• Valid driver license required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must be able to pass background screening and drug testing requirements tied to controlled or secure project environments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds to waist height.
• Ability to work in active outdoor construction settings and perform movements such as kneeling, crouching, climbing, stooping, and reaching.