General Superintendent

Smith Arnold Partners; Connecticut; On-site; USD 90,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Arnold Partners, a respected construction management firm, seeks an experienced Superintendent to lead field operations on large-scale commercial, healthcare, education, life sciences, corporate, and sports facilities.

The role requires 5–15 years of superintendent experience on $10M–$100M projects, OSHA 30-hour and STS-C certifications, and a degree in Engineering or Construction Management. CT-based, collaborative with owners, unions, and trade partners, with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent experience).
• 5–15 years leading superintendent roles on large commercial/industrial projects.
• OSHA 30-hour and STS-C certified.
• First Aid, CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed trained.
• Strong knowledge of all construction divisions, scheduling, and cost control.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and standard construction software.
• Experience supervising a project team and enforcing safety plans.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage trade contractors and sub-contractors to keep work on schedule and up to quality standards
• Oversee the general conditions budget and jobsite logistics
• Serve as the primary safety representative, driving a strong safety culture across all trades
• Build and maintain the project schedule, including contingency planning
• Lead daily huddles, pre-task planning, and regular contractor meetings
• Maintain daily reports and documentation
• Train and mentor Field Engineers and junior Superintendents
• Support preconstruction planning, scope development, and buyout
• Build strong relationships with owners, unions, trade partners, and the local community

Skills

Team leadership

Scheduling

Cost control

Safety culture

Field operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procore

Job description

Join one of the nation's most respected construction management firms, a family-owned industry leader with a century-long legacy of delivering landmark projects across the country. The Superintendent will lead field operations on large-scale commercial, healthcare, education, life sciences, corporate, and sports facility projects. The company is known for its exceptional culture, long-term employee retention, and significant investment in professional development through a comprehensive internal learning and leadership academy.

Location: CT Based Projects, CT

What employees say about working here:

• "They makesyou feel like you are part of their family."
• "Good Compensation and Benefits, reasonable work/life balance, variety of project opportunities"
• "They know that you are there to LEARN"

Responsibilities:

• Directly manage trade contractors and sub-contractors to keep work on schedule and up to quality standards
• Oversee the general conditions budget and jobsite logistics
• Serve as the primary safety representative, driving a strong safety culture across all trades
• Build and maintain the project schedule, including contingency planning
• Lead daily huddles, pre-task planning, and regular contractor meetings
• Maintain daily reports and documentation
• Train and mentor Field Engineers and junior Superintendents
• Support preconstruction planning, scope development, and buyout
• Build strong relationships with owners, unions, trade partners, and the local community

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent experience)
• 5–15 years leading superintendent roles on $10M–$100M commercial/industrial projects
• OSHA 30-hour and STS-C certified
• First Aid, CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed trained
• Strong knowledge of all construction divisions, scheduling, and cost control
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and standard construction software
• Proven experience supervising a project team and enforcing site safety plans