Field Operations Superintendent – Metals Construction

Qualdoc; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Gas card

Growth opportunities

Leadership training

Job summary

Qualdoc seeks a Field Operations Superintendent to oversee miscellaneous metals installation across Virginia and Maryland. The role drives field leadership, safety, and coordination of crews, equipment, and subcontractors to meet schedules and quality goals.

You will manage site activities, support foremen, and ensure conformance to project specs while promoting a safety-first culture and continuous improvement across projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in miscellaneous metals installation, steel construction, or related field.
• Proven experience leading field crews, foremen, and construction teams.
• Strong knowledge of safety practices and OSHA requirements.
• Welding knowledge: SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, GTAW; experience with AWS D1.1.
• Experience with project coordination and field planning.

Responsibilities

• Direct and support foremen, installers, and field personnel on active projects.
• Lead safety meetings, training, and site inspections to ensure OSHA compliance.
• Coordinate labor, equipment, and materials to support schedules.
• Monitor progress with project managers and communicate updates to leadership.
• Resolve field technical challenges and ensure fabrication/installation standards.

Skills

Leadership

Field crew management

Safety leadership

Project coordination

Communication

Tools

Bluebeam

Trimble Connect

Tekla

Job description

Field Operations Superintendent – Metals Construction

Location: Virginia & Maryland
Job Type: Direct Hire
Starting Salary: $90,000 annually (higher compensation available based on experience)

Position Overview

We are seeking a Field Operations Superintendent to oversee installation activities for miscellaneous metals projects throughout Virginia and Maryland. This leadership role is responsible for managing field personnel, coordinating resources, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring projects are completed according to schedule and quality expectations.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in miscellaneous metals installation, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects and crews across various job sites.

Field Leadership

• Direct and support foremen, installers, and field personnel on active construction projects.
• Provide leadership and guidance to ensure efficient project execution and workforce productivity.
• Conduct regular job site visits to monitor progress and address field challenges.
• Assist with workforce planning and labor allocation across multiple projects.

Safety Management

• Promote a strong safety-first culture throughout all field operations.
• Conduct and support safety meetings, training activities, and job site inspections.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements, company policies, and customer-specific safety standards.
• Investigate and address safety concerns, incidents, and corrective actions when necessary.

Project Coordination

• Coordinate labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor activities to support project schedules.
• Work closely with project managers, contractors, and internal departments to maintain alignment on project goals.
• Monitor installation schedules and communicate project updates to leadership.
• Identify potential risks and develop solutions to minimize delays and disruptions.

Installation Oversight

• Support field operations involving stairs, handrails, structural metal components, rigging, and finish work.
• Verify that installation activities meet project specifications and quality requirements.
• Assist teams in resolving technical and field-related challenges.
• Ensure proper execution of fabrication and installation standards.

Quality & Performance

• Maintain quality expectations throughout all phases of project execution.
• Track manpower utilization and forecast future labor requirements.
• Review project performance and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Help develop best practices that improve efficiency, safety, and project outcomes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in miscellaneous metals installation, steel construction, or a related field.
• Proven experience leading field crews, foremen, and construction teams.
• Working knowledge of AWS D1.1 standards and welding processes including SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and GTAW.
• Experience using Bluebeam, Trimble Connect, and Tekla software.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout Virginia and Maryland, including occasional overnight stays.
• Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.

Benefits

• Company vehicle provided.
• Gas card included.
• Competitive compensation with growth potential for highly qualified candidates.
• Opportunity to lead a variety of construction and installation projects throughout the region.
• Ongoing professional development and leadership training opportunities.