Construction Superintendent JN -082026-180343

Goodwin Recruiting

Killeen (TX)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based project bonus

Monthly vehicle/truck allowance

Company gas card

Paid holidays and PTO

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Professional development and advanced(

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Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a Construction Superintendent to provide on-site leadership for major K-12 school construction and commercial projects in the Copperas Cove area. You will oversee subcontractors, schedules, safety, quality, and day-to-day jobsite operations.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in commercial construction with GC exposure, and experience with K-12 or public-sector work. Strong leadership and communication are essential to manage multiple trades and field challenges on-site.

Qualifications

5+ years of commercial construction supervisory or field leadership experience.
Experience working for a commercial GC preferred.
K-12 school construction, education, municipal, government, or public-sector construction experience preferred.
Experience overseeing renovations, additions, ground-up construction, or large capital improvement projects.
Strong understanding of sequencing, scheduling, plans and specs, site logistics, and subcontractor management.
Proven ability to manage multiple trades and subcontractors simultaneously.
Strong knowledge of construction safety and quality-control practices.
Excellent leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to proactively identify field challenges and keep projects moving forward.
Proficiency with construction management technology and project documentation.
Valid driver's license

Responsibilities

Provide overall on-site leadership and supervision of commercial construction projects from mobilization through completion.
Manage daily jobsite operations, subcontractors, field personnel, vendors, and construction activities.
Develop and maintain project schedules, look-ahead schedules, sequencing, and site logistics.
Coordinate subcontractor activities to keep projects on schedule and minimize conflicts or delays.
Partner closely with the Project Manager on project planning, scheduling, RFIs, change management, and overall execution.
Conduct subcontractor meetings, site coordination meetings, and daily field communication.
Monitor construction for compliance with plans, specifications, quality standards, and contract requirements.
Maintain and enforce jobsite safety programs and OSHA requirements.
Coordinate inspections and proactively identify and resolve field issues.
Maintain accurate daily reports and field documentation.
Manage punch-list activities, project closeout, and turnover.
Build strong relationships with owners, subcontractors, inspectors, and project stakeholders.
Lead and mentor Assistant Superintendents and other field personnel

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem-solving

Construction mgmt tech

Job description

Construction Superintendent – K-12 / Commercial Construction

Location: Copperas Cove, TX | On-Site

A well-established Texas commercial general contractor is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to provide on-site leadership for major K-12 school construction, renovation, and addition projects in the Copperas Cove area.

This role is ideal for a hands-on field leader with strong commercial general contracting experience who can effectively manage subcontractors, schedules, safety, quality, and day-to-day jobsite operations. Experience with K-12, municipal, government, or other public-sector construction is highly preferred.

Construction Superintendent Responsibilities

Provide overall on-site leadership and supervision of commercial construction projects from mobilization through completion
Manage daily jobsite operations, subcontractors, field personnel, vendors, and construction activities
Develop and maintain project schedules, look-ahead schedules, sequencing, and site logistics
Coordinate subcontractor activities to keep projects on schedule and minimize conflicts or delays
Partner closely with the Project Manager on project planning, scheduling, RFIs, change management, and overall execution
Conduct subcontractor meetings, site coordination meetings, and daily field communication
Monitor construction for compliance with plans, specifications, quality standards, and contract requirements
Maintain and enforce jobsite safety programs and OSHA requirements
Coordinate inspections and proactively identify and resolve field issues
Maintain accurate daily reports and field documentation
Manage punch-list activities, project closeout, and turnover
Build strong relationships with owners, subcontractors, inspectors, and project stakeholders
Lead and mentor Assistant Superintendents and other field personnel

Qualifications

5+ years of commercial construction Superintendent or field leadership experience
Strong experience working for a commercial general contractor (GC) preferred
K-12 school construction, education, municipal, government, or public-sector construction experience preferred
Experience overseeing renovations, additions, ground-up construction, or large capital improvement projects
Strong understanding of construction sequencing, scheduling, plans and specifications, site logistics, and subcontractor management
Proven ability to manage multiple trades and subcontractors simultaneously
Strong knowledge of construction safety and quality-control practices
Excellent leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to proactively identify field challenges and keep projects moving forward
Proficiency with construction management technology and project documentation
Valid driver's license