Lead Commercial Construction Superintendent – Northern Michigan

Clark College; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Generous paid time off

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD

Education and professional development

Job summary

Clark College in Northern Michigan is seeking an experienced Superintendent for commercial construction projects. You will oversee field operations, coordinate trade contractors, and lead on-site activities with the Project Manager to ensure safety, quality, and progress on schedule.

The ideal candidate has a strong track record in delivering commercial builds on time and within scope, with solid knowledge of sequencing, scheduling, and on-site coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field (preferred).
• Proven ability to independently manage multiple projects and tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and process development skills, with a track record of implementing effective procedures and workflows.
• Solid understanding of construction and engineering operations, with the flexibility to adapt to evolving tools and methodologies.
• Proficiency in data automation tools, project management software, and standard business applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, Excel, and other data management programs).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and interact effectively at all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Subcontractor Coordination: Oversee and coordinate subcontractors in the field to ensure work aligns with plans, specs, and schedule requirements.
• Project Planning: Establish field priorities, develop execution strategies, and maintain look-ahead schedules to meet project milestones.
• Supervision: Direct day-to-day site activities, managing subcontractors, vendors, and craft labor effectively.
• Safety Oversight: Enforce safety standards and company policies, stopping work when necessary to prevent accidents.
• Quality & Compliance: Monitor work for compliance with safety protocols, quality plans, and specifications; address deviations promptly.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records, including daily reports, quality inspections, change notices, and material logs.
• Cost Control: Review and audit subcontractor pay applications and assess change order requests for budget and scope impacts.
• Stakeholder Communication: Lead or participate in site meetings, sharing progress updates and upcoming work with owners and stakeholders.
• Material Management: Track delivery, inspect, and ensure proper storage and maintenance of equipment and materials on-site.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Data automation tools

Job description

Clark College in Northern Michigan is seeking an experienced Superintendent for commercial construction projects. You will oversee field operations, coordinate trade contractors, and lead on-site activities with the Project Manager to ensure safety, quality, and progress on schedule.

The ideal candidate has a strong track record in delivering commercial builds on time and within scope, with solid knowledge of sequencing, scheduling, and on-site coordination.