Construction Superintendent (K-12/Commercial)

Broaddus Construction; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Broaddus Construction seeks an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead on-site field operations for projects in the McAllen/Rio Grande Valley area. Candidates with commercial and/or K-12 backgrounds are preferred and will manage multi‑discipline teams on regional projects.

Responsibilities include enforcing safety, coordinating permits, and directing look-ahead schedules while coordinating with Project Managers, Engineers, and Architects.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of direct construction field experience as a Superintendent preferred.
• OSHA 30, First Aid, and CPR certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all daily on-site field operations, self-performed work, and subcontracted trade activities to ensure schedules and quality.
• Enforce site safety and quality control policies among employees, trades, and subcontractors per OSHA.
• Direct project scheduling in the field with look-ahead schedules to manage sequencing and material deliveries.
• Coordinate with local inspectors and authorities to secure permits, inspections, and final occupancy.
• Manage jobsite logistics, utilities, laydown areas, traffic control, and material staging for efficiency and safety.
• Maintain detailed daily field logs of headcount, weather, equipment use, operations, and visitors.

Skills

Field leadership

Reading drawings

MEP coordination

Construction scheduling

Tools

Field management software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to support our upcoming project work in the McAllen / Rio Grande Valley area. We are looking for candidates with commercial and/or K-12 construction backgrounds who are excited to join our team on challenging regional projects.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead and manage all daily on-site field operations, self-performed work, and subcontracted trade activities to ensure strict compliance with contract documents, quality standards, and project schedules on local McAllen / South Texas Valley projects (including K-12 and commercial pursuits/projects).
• Implement and strictly enforce site safety and quality control policies among Broaddus Construction employees, trade partners, and subcontractors, maintaining compliance with OSHA regulations and site safety plans.
• Direct project scheduling in the field, preparing detailed short-interval (2- to 3-week look-ahead) schedules to manage daily sequencing, material deliveries, equipment usage, and manpower requirements.
• Coordinate and interface directly with local building inspectors, fire marshals, third-party testing agencies, and governing authorities to secure necessary permits, milestone inspections, and final Certificate of Occupancy.
• Manage jobsite logistics, temporary utilities, laydown areas, traffic control, and material staging to maintain an efficient, secure, and clean site environment.
• Conduct continuous quality assurance inspections, manage ongoing punch lists throughout the construction lifecycle, and facilitate pre-installation meetings for major scopes of work.
• Maintain detailed daily field logs documenting site headcounts, weather conditions, equipment usage, active field operations, and site visitors.
• Display decisive field leadership to proactively identify and resolve field constructability issues, partnering closely with Project Managers, Engineers, and Architects on RFIs and submittals.
• 5 to 10 years of direct construction field experience as a Superintendent preferred (flexibility offered based on total project scope, complexity, and hands‑on track record).
• Proven track record in a primary or supporting Superintendent role on commercial construction or K-12 educational building projects (experience with projects >$5M highly desired).
• In‑depth practical knowledge of construction means and methods, trade sequencing, contract administration, equipment operations, and field logistics.
• Maintain current OSHA 30, First Aid, and CPR certifications.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record meeting company driving requirements, and ability to pass a standard background check.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status.

Technical Skills:

• Strong proficiency in reading, interpreting, and enforcing construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings, submittals, and master construction schedules.
• Working knowledge of digital field management tools and software (e.g., daily logging, digital punch lists, and schedule tracking).
• Clear understanding of structural systems, building envelope, MEP coordination, and municipal building codes.

Additional Qualities (a plus, but not required):

• Local presence or familiarity with the South Texas / Rio Grande Valley market dynamics, subcontractors, and local ISD/K-12 project timelines.
• Direct experience leading safety and field coordination in high-temperature outdoor environments.
• Bilingual proficiency (English / Spanish) to enhance field trade communication and daily coordination in the local region.

Company Overview

Broaddus Construction was originally founded in 1972 as FJW Construction. Over the next 35 years the firm provided services in over 30 states: serving a national customer base. During this time Broaddus Construction completed approximately 400 projects for over 100 clients, with multiple clients on a repeat basis. Later, to better serve the needs of clients around the state of Texas, Broaddus Construction opened permanent office locations in Austin, Houston, Dallas, and McAllen.

Broaddus Construction has experience with multiple market sectors including healthcare, higher education, K-12, government, retail, aviation, multi‑family housing, industrial, and public/private partnership projects. With a strong back‑log in work, best‑in‑class benefits along with competitive compensation, let’s discuss the potential of welcoming you the Broaddus family!

Broaddus Construction is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.