Healthcare Superintendent - Active Hospital Projects Lead

Just Construction Recruitment; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job description

We are working with an established General Contractor in the Raleigh market that is looking to add an experienced Healthcare Superintendent to their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Healthcare Superintendent to join an established General Contractor with a strong presence in North Carolina and a growing healthcare portfolio.

About the Role

The Superintendent will be responsible for the day-to-day field operations of healthcare construction projects, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with the plans, specifications, and quality requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in healthcare construction and be comfortable working in active or occupied medical environments where proper phasing, infection control, safety, logistics, and communication are critical to project success.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for day-to-day field operations on assigned healthcare construction projects.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise all onsite construction activities from mobilization through project completion.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to develop and maintain project schedules and ensure milestones are achieved.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, consultants, and other site personnel.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, and project documents to identify conflicts and resolve field issues.
• Lead daily coordination meetings and maintain clear communication with subcontractors and project stakeholders.
• Monitor manpower, productivity, materials, site logistics, sequencing, and overall project progress.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with company policies, OSHA requirements, and project-specific safety procedures.
• Maintain high standards of quality and ensure work is completed in accordance with contract documents.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, commissioning, punch lists, and closeout activities.
• Work with the Project Manager to identify schedule risks, potential delays, change orders, and other project issues.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, site documentation, schedules, manpower records, and progress updates.
• Assist with project turnover and ensure the project is delivered complete and to the owner's expectations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction Superintendent experience.
• Previous healthcare construction experience required.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and field operations.
• Experience working in occupied or operational healthcare facilities preferred.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Ability to coordinate multiple subcontractors and trades effectively.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• ICRA training/certification preferred.
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, PlanGrid, or similar construction software preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred, although equivalent field experience will be considered.

Required Skills

• Healthcare construction experience is required, with a strong preference for candidates who have worked in active or occupied medical environments.

Preferred Skills

• Hospital construction and renovations
• Medical office buildings
• Ambulatory surgery centers
• Operating rooms
• Patient care areas
• Imaging and diagnostic departments
• Healthcare infrastructure and MEP upgrades
• Renovations within active hospitals
• Phased healthcare construction
• Infection control and containment
• ICRA procedures
• AHCA-regulated projects
• Working around patients, staff, and ongoing hospital operations

Pay range and compensation package

• Competitive base salary based on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career progression with an established General Contractor
• Opportunity to work on major healthcare projects throughout the Raleigh market

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and to creating an inclusive work environment where all individuals are respected and valued, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.