Industrial Superintendent

Michael Page; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

401(k) retirement plan

Vehicle allowance

Health, dental & vision insurance

Generous PTO & holidays

Professional development

Job summary

MPI is seeking an experienced Industrial Superintendent to lead field operations on large-scale industrial construction projects across Northern New Jersey. You will oversee site safety, quality, schedule adherence, subcontractor management, and successful project delivery from groundbreaking through closeout.

The role requires a hands-on construction leader with a proven track record in industrial settings, strong OSHA knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple teams and tight schedules.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of construction supervision experience.
• 5+ years of experience leading industrial projects.
• Experience with warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing facilities, cold storage facilities, fulfillment centers, or similar industrial developments.
• Strong knowledge of concrete, steel, sitework, utilities, tilt-wall construction, and MEP coordination.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple subcontractors and aggressive schedules.
• Thorough understanding of construction safety best practices and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and CPM schedules.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with project management and field reporting software.

Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site construction activities for ground-up and expansion industrial projects.
• Manage project safety programs and enforce OSHA and company safety standards.
• Develop, maintain, and drive project schedules to meet critical milestones and turnover dates.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and field personnel to ensure efficient workflow.
• Conduct daily site meetings and communicate project progress with ownership, design teams, and project management.
• Review plans, specifications, and construction documents to identify and resolve field issues.
• Monitor quality control efforts and ensure workmanship meets project requirements.
• Track labor productivity and support budget management initiatives.
• Oversee inspections, testing, commissioning activities, and project closeout.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, logs, and project documentation.
• Proactively identify risks and implement solutions to mitigate schedule or cost impacts.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence on every project.

Skills

Construction supervision

OSHA safety knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Schedule management

Field reporting

Education

Construction Management degree

Tools

CPM scheduling software

Project management software

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Industrial Superintendent to lead field operations on large-scale industrial construction projects throughout Northern New Jersey. This individual will be responsible for overseeing site safety, quality, schedule adherence, subcontractor management, and successful project delivery from groundbreaking through closeout.

Our client is a nationally recognized, employee-owned design-build construction firm with a strong reputation for delivering complex industrial projects across the United States. The company specializes in warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing facilities, cold storage facilities, data centers, tenant improvements, and build-to-suit developments, partnering with leading developers, investors, and industrial users to deliver high-quality projects in fast-paced environments. With a growing presence throughout the Northeast, the organization offers a collaborative culture, long-term career growth opportunities, and the ability to work on some of the region's most impactful industrial developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site construction activities for ground-up and expansion industrial projects.
• Manage project safety programs and enforce OSHA and company safety standards.
• Develop, maintain, and drive project schedules to meet critical milestones and turnover dates.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and field personnel to ensure efficient workflow.
• Conduct daily site meetings and communicate project progress with ownership, design teams, and project management.
• Review plans, specifications, and construction documents to identify and resolve field issues.
• Monitor quality control efforts and ensure workmanship meets project requirements.
• Track labor productivity and support budget management initiatives.
• Oversee inspections, testing, commissioning activities, and project closeout.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, logs, and project documentation.
• Proactively identify risks and implement solutions to mitigate schedule or cost impacts.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence on every project.

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.

Profile

The ideal candidate is a hands-on construction leader with a proven track record of successfully delivering industrial projects while maintaining exceptional safety, quality, and client satisfaction standards.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of construction supervision experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading industrial construction projects.
• Experience with warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing facilities, cold storage facilities, fulfillment centers, or similar industrial developments.
• Strong knowledge of concrete, steel, sitework, utilities, tilt-wall construction, and MEP coordination.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple subcontractors and maintain aggressive schedules.
• Thorough understanding of construction safety best practices and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and CPM schedules.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with project management and field reporting software.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Construction Management, Engineering, or related degree preferred but not required.

Job Offer

What Is Offered

• Competitive base salary of $125,000 - $185,000
• Annual performance bonus opportunity
• Employee ownership and wealth-building opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle
• Cell phone and technology reimbursement
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Professional development and leadership training programs
• Clear advancement opportunities within a growing national organization
• Opportunity to lead high-profile industrial projects throughout Northern New Jersey
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on employee success and long-term career growth

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Industrial Superintendent seeking to join a financially strong, growth-oriented construction organization with a robust pipeline of commercial and industrial projects throughout the Northeast.

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.