Construction Superintendent (Level 2)

Edwards Construction Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

401(K) matching

Paid vacation

Job summary

Edwards Construction Group is seeking a Construction Superintendent II to lead complex public works projects. The role centers on full site ownership, safety, and delivering on time and within budget across multiple teams.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of superintendent experience in public works, strong leadership, and hands-on expertise with Procore, BIM tools, and Trimble Connect, ensuringquality and compliance on high-value projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of superintendent experience in public works or similar projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction management and project ownership.
• Proficiency with Procore, BIM software, Trimble Connect.
• Leadership and mentoring abilities in high-pressure environments.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead one or more active public works projects with annual billings over $10M.
• Maintain and update a 3-week lookahead schedule weekly; track delays and causes.
• Collaborate with PMs to document delays and mitigate impacts.
• Utilize iPad and Procore for RFIs, Submittals, Schedule, Daily Logs, Changes, Inspections.
• Navigate BIM models and Trimble Connect; mentor others.

Skills

Construction management

Project leadership

Procore

BIM/Trimble Connect

Site safety

Tools

Procore

BIM

Trimble Connect

Job description

About Us:

Edwards Construction Group is a premier commercial construction firm that has been building the critical infrastructure for communities across California for decades. What truly sets us apart is our integrated, hands-on approach to building. We believe in empowering our people, not just constructing great projects.

With a team of nearly one-hundred industry professionals, we deliver projects across key sectors, including K-12, Higher Education, Civic, and Private Commercial. Our expertise is rooted in a commitment to excellence, driven by innovationin technology, and grounded in an uncompromising dedication to safety.

At ECG, we provide mentorship and growth opportunities in a collaborative environment where every voice is valued.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and solutions-driven Construction Superintendent II to take the reins on a wide range of complex public works projects. This role is ideal for a seasoned leader who thrives on taking complete ownership of managing a job site and potentially overseeing multiple jobs and teams.

The ideal candidate possesses a combination of leadership, technical knowledge within the industry, and project ownership. From site safety, extensive knowledge and management of the day-to-day field operations for their assigned project(s), driving progress, and ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and with the highest quality standards.

Job Duties:

• You will lead one or more active public works projects, with typical annual billings over $10M
• You will prepare, maintain, and update a 3-week lookahead schedule on a weekly basis, monitor advancement, precisely track delays, and determine the party responsible for them
• You will push and protect project momentum while working with PMs to document and mitigate delays, and drive timely, accurate responses from owners and architects
• You will use an iPad and Procore daily across key modules: RFIs, Submittals, Schedule, Observations, Daily Logs, Change Events, Commitments, Inspections, Punch List, and more
• You will navigate a BIM model and Trimble Connect, while providing assistance and training to others
• You will support the PM to create and update Gantt chart schedules, assist in tracking and reviewing submittals, and manage PCOs/CCOs from pricing through final Commitment Change Orders
• You will ensure daily logs are maintained thoroughly and accurately at all times, encompassing manpower, delays, equipment, dumpsters, a call log, notes, visitors, and deliveries
• You will manage site safety and compliance; no exceptions, and create a culture of safety and collaboration across all trades
• You will maintain confidentiality on project financials and strategic information - shared only with senior leadership
• You will mentor and lead with professionalism—handle stress with a calm and solutions-oriented approach
• You will respond to meeting minutes, maintain clear documentation, and communicate thoroughly with the PM
• You will cultivate positive relationships with subcontractors and the Inspector of Record

Professional Skills:

• 5+ years of Superintendent experience in public works construction or related construction projects.
• Excellent knowledge of construction management, project management, estimating, and site superintendent duties.
• Familiarity with construction / project management software (i.e. Procore, BIM software, Trimble Connect, etc.)
• Strong understanding of all aspects of construction.
• Capable of running various phases of a project from groundbreaking through commissioning and punch list.
• Ability to assist with pre-construction activities as needed.
• Great organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to be a great and pro-active leader and mentor and keep your cool in stressful situations.

Personal Strengths:

• Strategic leadership and management abilities; including training, employee development, motivation, and effective discipline.
• Confident in effectively addressing an audience of various sizes to communicate messages and ideas.
• Strategic decision making and use of sound judgement.
• Advanced customer focus and the ability to work cohesively with others.
• Display attitude of ownership and responsibility.

Physical Requirements:

Performance of the required duties may require the following:

• Physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Performing this job requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, sit, talk, hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee regularly works on-site at the construction work site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.

This is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

Edwards Construction Group, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Medical, dental, & vision insurance
• 401(K) matching
• Paid vacation

A typical hiring range for this position is $120,000 - $140,000 USD per year with the final offer based on your qualifications, job-related skills, and relevant experience. In addition, ECG's total rewards offering also includes comprehensive benefits, continuing education bonus program, and opportunities for career growth.

ECG is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs.