Construction Superintendent - Charleston

Johnson-Laux Construction; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson-Laux Construction in Charleston, South Carolina is seeking an experienced Project Superintendent to lead day-to-day field operations on our commercial projects, including new construction and renovations. You will coordinate with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and trade partners to keep work safe, organized, and on schedule.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of commercial GC experience, preferably in K-12, healthcare, or government sectors, with strong blueprint reading,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction experience with a GC, including renovation and new construction.
• K-12, healthcare, and/or government construction experience preferred.
• Strong blueprint reading, building code knowledge, planning, scheduling, forecasting, coordination, and problem-solving.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills.
• Organized, self-motivated, professional, and accountable with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of the South Carolina construction market; valid driver's license and clean record.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day field operations.
• Coordinate construction activities and work closely with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and trade partners to keep projects safe, organized, and on schedule.

Skills

Project supervision

Blueprint reading

Code knowledge

Planning

Scheduling

Forecasting

Coordination

Problem-solving

Communication

Customer service

Relationship-building

Organization

Self-motivation

Accountability

Driving license

SC market knowledge

Job description

Johnson-Laux Construction is seeking an experienced Project Superintendent to join our South Carolina team. This position is based in Charleston, South Carolina.

We are a commercial General Contractor serving public and private clients across healthcare, education, government, aviation, hospitality, military, and commercial markets. Our projects include both new construction and renovations, providing the opportunity to work across a diverse range of commercial projects.

The Project Superintendent will oversee day-to-day field operations, coordinating construction activities and working closely with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and trade partners to keep projects safe, organized, and on schedule.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of commercial construction experience with a General Contractor, including both renovation and new construction
• K-12, healthcare, and/or government construction experience preferred
• Strong blueprint reading, building code knowledge, planning, scheduling, forecasting, coordination, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and trade partners
• Organized, self-motivated, professional, and accountable, with strong computer skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of the South Carolina construction market, valid driver's license, good driving record, ability to pass a criminal background check, and excellent professional references

Preferred: Experience with IDIQ, JOC, MACC, MATOC, or other continuing-service contracts, particularly government projects.

At Johnson-Laux Construction, we value quality, customer service, teamwork, and accountability. Our diverse project portfolio provides experienced construction professionals with the opportunity to work on challenging projects while building lasting relationships with clients and trade partners.

If you're an experienced Superintendent who enjoys solving problems, planning ahead, and delivering quality projects, we'd like to hear from you.