Construction Superintendent - High End Custom Residential

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical after 60 days

401(k) with company match

Tools provided

Mileage reimbursement

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Our client in the Santa Barbara area seeks a journeyman Superintendent for high-end residential projects. You will run the day-to-day operations, manage schedules, budgets, and field execution, and coordinate with subcontractors, architects, designers, and homeowners to ensure flawless delivery.

The role emphasizes leadership, meticulous organization, and clear communication in a premium, design-forward environment with competitive pay and solid long-term opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have 10+ years in construction
• Must have 5+ years supervising or managing high-end custom residential projects
• Must be organized, detail-oriented, and computer proficient
• Must have strong communication and leadership skills

Responsibilities

• Run day-to-day jobsite operations as the Superintendent on high-end custom residential builds
• Drive the schedule, quality, and field execution to deliver projects on time and within budget
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, architects, designers, and clients to keep work moving smoothly
• Enforce safety, jobsite standards, and clean, professional site operations
• Uphold a high bar for craftsmanship, integrity, and client experience throughout the build

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Computer proficiency

Job description

Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Lead architecturally distinctive, high-end custom home builds where craftsmanship actually matters
• Strong hourly pay plus overtime at time-and-a-half, with regular increases based on performance/experience
• Real support: company-provided iPhone + laptop, mileage reimbursement for job-related driving
• Solid long-term package: employer-paid medical for the employee after a 60-day waiting period + 401(k) with company match
• Stable, reputable builder with a long track record and a steady pipeline of upcoming projects

Location

• On-site in the Santa Barbara area (you’ll be out in the field running high-end residential jobs where decisions get made)

Note: (Must-have qualifications)

• Must have 10+ years in construction and 5+ years supervising or managing high-end custom residential projects (this is non-negotiable)
• Must be organized, detail-oriented, and computer proficient
• Must have strong communication and leadership skills

About Our Client

Our client is a boutique general contractor specializing in architecturally distinctive, high-end custom residences throughout Santa Barbara. They're known for craftsmanship, precision, and white-glove service, partnering closely with top architects, designers, and discerning homeowners.

Job Description

• Run day-to-day jobsite operations as the Superintendent on high-end custom residential builds
• Drive the schedule, quality, and field execution to deliver projects on time and within budget
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, architects, designers, and clients to keep work moving smoothly
• Enforce safety, jobsite standards, and clean, professional site operations
• Uphold a high bar for craftsmanship, integrity, and client experience throughout the build

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction industry experience
• 5+ years supervising and or managing high-end custom residential construction projects
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and computer proficient
• Track record of successful project execution in luxury or high-end residential environments

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• You’ll be trusted to run the job, not micromanaged
• Work is premium, detail-driven, and design-forward (not cookie-cutter production)
• Clear path to grow with a stable builder and steady future pipeline
• Benefits that matter for field leaders: medical, 401(k) match, tools provided, mileage reimbursement

JPC-533

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance