Construction Superintendent - Multifamily/Commercial

Michael Page; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cell phone and laptop

Paid time off and sick days

Job summary

Michael Page seeks an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead multifamily/commercial projects, including life sciences or industrial facilities. The role emphasizes on-site leadership, safety, and coordinating with clients, engineers, and subcontractors.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years as a on-site superintendent, OSHA certification (preferred), and a track record of ground-up project leadership for large teams. Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a construction superintendent for a commercial general contractor or similar

Responsibilities

• Lead the on-site team from construction start through project close
• Proactively identify and remedy design deficiencies, schedule concerns, and other issues
• Interpret contract scope to site management and subcontractors
• Hold preconstruction meetings with all subcontractors
• Create and maintain a project production schedule
• Develop scopes of work for each subcontractor
• Administer a Quality Control Plan
• Review invoices and requisitions to ensure correct payments
• Enforce OSHA safety standards on site
• Supervise project personnel and maintain a positive work environment
• Communicate progress with owners, construction managers, other superintendents, and coordinators

Skills

Leadership

Communication

OSHA certification

Job description

We are actively seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent with a strong background in multifamily and/or commercial construction to join our team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing complex, large-scale construction projects in the life sciences or industrial sectors.

Our client is not only known for their expertise but also for fostering a positive, collaborative company culture that encourages professional growth, teamwork, and work-life balance. With a history of success and a commitment to maintaining a great work environment, this is an excellent opportunity for a motivated construction leader to take their career to the next level in a supportive and dynamic organization.

Key responsibilities include overseeing the day-to-day operations of the job site, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will be responsible for managing and supervising subcontractors, coordinating with project managers, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and troubleshooting any issues that may arise during construction. The Superintendent will also play a critical role in scheduling, coordinating materials, and ensuring that the project stays on track.

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the unique requirements of life sciences or industrial facilities, such as clean room construction, specialized equipment installation, and adherence to strict safety and regulatory standards. Leadership and communication skills are essential, as you'll be interacting with various stakeholders, including clients, engineers, architects, and subcontractors.

Description

The Construction Superintendent will:

• Lead the on-site team from construction start through project close
• Proactively identify and help remedy design deficiencies, schedule concerns, and other project-specific issues.
• Communicate and interpret contract scope to the entire site management team.
• Conduct preconstruction meetings with all subcontractors prior to beginning each phase of work.
• Create and maintain a project production schedule
• Review and assist in developing scopes of work for each subcontractor.
• Administer a Quality Control Plan.
• Review and approve all invoices and requisitions to ensure correct payment to vendor.
• Enforce safety protocols to ensure job site consistently adheres to OSHA safety standards.
• Supervise and evaluate assigned project personnel and maintain a positive work environment
• Communicate regularly with owners, construction managers, other superintendents, and project coordinators to ensure progress is achieved.

Profile

The Construction Superintendent should have:

• 5+ years as a construction superintendent for a commercial general contractor
• OSHA certification (preferred)Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Experience leading ground-up construction projects and managing a large team

Job Offer

The Construction Superintendent will receive:

• Competitive base salary - $130k - $170k
• Discretionary bonus
• Cell phone and laptop
• Paid time off and sick days

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.