Construction Superintendent

Actalent; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent seeks an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee ground-up and renovation projects in Newport News/Hampton Roads. You will manage all field operations, coordinate subcontractors, and maintain schedules to deliver projects on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years as a superintendent in commercial construction, with proven experience handling $10M-$15M projects and strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a Superintendent in commercial construction.
• Experience managing projects valued between $10M-$15M.
• Proficiency with construction management software and scheduling tools.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all field operations for construction projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors to ensure efficient workflow.
• Maintain and adhere to project schedules.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget while maintaining high quality.
• Lead and manage projects valued between $10M-$15M.
• Manage multiple subcontractors and complex project schedules.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Skills

Field leadership

Subcontractor coordination

Project scheduling

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Education

OSHA 30 certification

First Aid/CPR certification

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Scheduling tools

Job description

Job Description

A leading commercial construction firm seeks an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee ground-up and renovation projects in the Newport News/Hampton Roads market. This individual will manage all field operations, coordinate subcontractors, maintain project schedules, ensure safety compliance, and deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget. The ideal candidate has successfully managed projects in the $10M-$15M range and possesses strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Job Title: Construction Superintendent

A leading commercial construction firm seeks an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee ground-up and renovation projects in the Newport News/Hampton Roads market. This individual will manage all field operations, coordinate subcontractors, maintain project schedules, ensure safety compliance, and deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget. The ideal candidate has successfully managed projects in the $10M-$15M range and possesses strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all field operations for construction projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors to ensure efficient workflow.
• Maintain and adhere to project schedules.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget while maintaining high quality.
• Lead and manage projects valued between $10M-$15M.
• Manage multiple subcontractors and complex project schedules.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Essential Skills

• 8+ years of experience as a Superintendent in commercial construction.
• Proven experience leading projects valued between $10M-$15M.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction means and methods.
• Proficiency with construction management software and scheduling tools.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work on-site full-time.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with ground-up commercial, institutional, healthcare, education, or public-sector projects.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Experience using Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms.

Work Environment

This is an onsite role in Newport News, VA. Join a company that believes great projects start with great people. You'll have the opportunity to lead meaningful commercial construction projects, work with an experienced team, and build a long-term career with a respected contractor known for developing leaders, fostering strong relationships, and pursuing excellence on every project.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newport News, VA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $140000.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Newport News,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.