Construction Superintendent (k-12/DSA School)

Arena Family of Companies; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Vehicle allowance or company truck

Annual bonus potential

Job summary

Arena Family of Companies is seeking an experienced Superintendent for K-12/DSA construction projects in Irvine, Long Beach, Gardena, or West LA. You will lead day-to-day field operations, manage subcontractors, and ensure safety, schedule, and budget adherence.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years on-site supervision with DSA-regulated projects and proficiency in Procore, Bluebeam, and MS Project. A strong leader with excellent communication is essential; competitive salary and benefits provided.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of field supervision experience in GC environments.
• DSA-regulated K-12 or higher education project experience required.
• Strong knowledge of means/methods, scheduling, and building codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site supervision of field operations and subs contractors.
• Ensure compliance with DSA requirements and safety programs.
• Coordinate with PMs, architects, inspectors, and owners for issue resolution.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

OSHA 30

Job description

Superintendent – K-12 / DSA Construction

Location: Irvine, Long Beach, Gardena or West LA multiple locations

Compensation: $150,000 to $180k base salary (DOE)

Employment Type: Full-time, direct hire

About GC:

My retained reputable general contractor known for delivering complex K-12, higher education, and public works projects across Southern California. With a strong commitment to quality, collaboration, and integrity, we pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with clients and trade partners while maintaining a culture of accountability and teamwork.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Superintendent with strong Division of the State Architect (DSA) experience to lead day-to-day field operations on school and public facility projects throughout the Inland Empire and nearby regions. This individual will be responsible for ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the company’s high quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on-site supervision of all field operations, subcontractors, and company personnel.
• Ensure full compliance with DSA requirements, safety programs, and project specifications.
• Coordinate closely with the Project Manager, architects, inspectors, and owners to maintain communication and resolve field issues proactively.
• Oversee daily reports, schedules, and quality control procedures.
• Drive site logistics planning, look-ahead scheduling, and subcontractor coordination meetings.
• Mentor and develop assistant superintendents and field staff.
• Manage inspections, RFI responses, and punch list close-out activities.
• Promote a safe, productive, and positive jobsite culture aligned with company values.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of field supervision experience with a general contractor.
• Proven background managing DSA-regulated K-12 or higher education projects from ground-up through close-out.
• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, scheduling, and building codes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Project (or similar platforms).
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Competitive base salary range: $150k–$180k, depending on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Vehicle allowance or company truck.
• Annual bonus potential based on performance.