General Superintendent

Placed; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a General Superintendent to oversee all field operations across multiple projects. This role requires strong leadership to ensure work is completed safety, on schedule, and within budget. Responsibilities include monitoring project progress, enforcing safety compliance, and mentoring field staff. The successful candidate should have a solid background in construction project management and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards. Comprehensive benefits including medical and 401(k) are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership roles within construction projects.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and compliance (OSHA).
• Ability to mentor and develop field staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all field operations across multiple projects.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits to monitor progress and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Project Coordination

Safety Compliance

Quality Assurance

Construction Methods

Job description

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $190,000.00/yr

Building Workforces That Build The World!

The General Superintendent oversees all field operations across multiple projects, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the company's quality standards. This role provides leadership to project superintendents, coordinates with project managers, and serves as the primary authority on site logistics, field staffing, construction methods, and safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Field Leadership & Oversight

• Provide overall supervision and direction to all project superintendents and field personnel.
• Ensure projects follow company standards, plans, specifications, and industry best practices.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits to monitor progress, safety, quality, and productivity.
• Resolve complex field issues and provide technical guidance on construction methods and sequencing.

Project Planning & Coordination

• Collaborate with project management teams on scheduling, manpower planning, material procurement, and project phasing.
• Lead pre-construction planning and develop site logistics plans.
• Identify potential schedule risks and implement corrective actions proactively.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce company safety policies and procedures on all job sites.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory requirements.
• Review incident reports and lead corrective action planning.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure high-quality workmanship through regular inspections and superintendent coaching.
• Implement quality control processes and coordinate with QA/QC teams when applicable.

Staff Development & Management

• Mentor, evaluate, and develop field staff, including superintendents, foremen, and craft personnel.
• Participate in hiring decisions and workforce planning.
• Provide ongoing training and performance feedback.

Budget & Resource Management

• Monitor labor productivity and jobsite efficiency.
• Assist project teams in tracking field-related costs and managing subcontractor performance.
• Approve timesheets, equipment use, and change order recommendations.

Stakeholder Communication

• Maintain strong working relationships with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Participate in project meetings and provide accurate progress updates.

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management
• Building Construction and Construction

Benefits (Inferred from description)

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)