Lead Construction Superintendent

Santamariacemetery; San Luis Obispo (CA); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

PTO 40 hrs first year

9 paid holidays

Résumé du poste

Vellum Design Build is seeking a Lead Superintendent to manage on-site construction from prep to turnover on high-end residential projects along California’s Central Coast.

The role requires a hands-on leader with 10+ years in construction, strong communication, and a proven ability to coordinate trades, maintain schedules, and uphold strict quality standards. Office and multiple job sites in San Luis Obispo area.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of construction industry experience with strong residential project oversight.
• At least 5 years in superintendent or equivalent leadership on complex homes.
• Experience on projects in the $3M–$5M+ range preferred.
• Strong knowledge of California building codes and safety practices.
• Ability to read and interpret complete construction documents.

Responsabilités

• Direct and supervise daily on-site construction activities from site prep to completion.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades, materials, and field personnel; ensure safety and productivity.
• Maintain site organization, QA/QC, and compliance with plans and specs.
• Identify and resolve field conflicts and schedule impacts; manage change orders.

Connaissances

Construction Mgmt

Subcontractor Mgmt

Read Drawings

Communication

Safety Compliance

MS Office/Tech Tools

Outils

JobTread

CompanyCam

Description du poste

Company Profile:

At Vellum Design Build, we are setting a new standard for residential and commercial architecture and construction on California’s Central Coast. Our integrated design-build approach ensures a seamless transition from concept to completion, with a strong emphasis on efficiency, precision and quality. As a single point of responsibility, we deliver projects that align design intent, budget and timeline at every stage and involve sophisticated architectural designs, complex construction details, premium materials, and exceptional standards of craftsmanship.

Job Summary:

The Lead Superintendent is responsible for the daily management and execution of assigned construction projects, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule and to Vellum's quality standards. The ideal candidate will be a confident, hands‑on construction professional, with extensive field experience, strong communication skills and the ability to anticipate challenges and resolve problems proactively.

We are looking for someone who takes ownership of their projects, holds subcontractors accountable and understands that exceptional construction requires constant attention to detail.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Construction Management & Field Supervision:

Direct and supervise daily on-site construction activities, from site preparation through final completion;

Coordinate subcontractors, trades, suppliers, material deliveries and jobsite personnel;

Maintain daily job-site organization, safety, cleanliness and productivity;

Interpret architectural, structural, civil and MEP drawings, specifications and construction details;

Identify and resolve field conflicts, design coordination issues and construction challenges, before they impact progress;

Coordinate inspections and maintain compliance with applicable building codes and safety requirements.

Scheduling & Project Execution:

Develop, maintain and execute short-term construction schedules, in coordination with project management;

Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure adequate manpower and resources are provided;

Anticipate material requirements, procurement lead times and sequencing challenges;

Identify potential delays and implement corrective measures to maintain project schedules;

Coordinate with project managers regarding change orders, field conditions and schedule impacts.

Quality Control & Craftsmanship:

Enforce Vellum's standards for construction quality, detailing and workmanship;

Inspect subcontractor installations for compliance with approved plans, specifications and manufacturer requirements;

Maintain particular attention to waterproofing, building-envelope systems, framing accuracy, mechanical coordination, finish carpentry, specialty doors /windows and high-end finishes;

Identify deficient work early and ensure timely correction;

Manage punch-list completion and prepare projects for successful owner turnover.

Communication & Documentation:

Maintain clear, professional communication with project managers, architects, engineers, subcontractors and clients;

Provide accurate daily reports, progress photographs, and timely updates on construction activities.

Utilize construction management technology for scheduling, reporting, documentation and field coordination;

Represent Vellum professionally in all jobsite interactions.

Qualifications:

Minimum 10 years of construction industry experience, including substantial experience supervising residential construction projects;

At least 5 years of superintendent or equivalent field leadership experience, preferred;

Demonstrated experience completing complex custom homes, preferably in the $3M - $5M+ construction market;

Thorough knowledge of residential construction methods, structural systems, building-envelope assemblies and architectural detailing;

Ability to read and interpret complete construction documents;

Proven ability to manage subcontractors, schedules, inspections and project quality;

Strong working knowledge of California building codes and construction safety practices;

Proficiency with the MS Office suite, construction management software JobTread, CompanyCam, or similar applications), digital reporting, and mobile technology;

Exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills;

OSHA 30 certified, or equivalent construction safety training, preferred;

Established relations with qualified Central; Coast sub-contractors and supplies, a plus;

Exemplary time management, accuracy, organizational, problem-solving, attention to detail, multi‑tasking, critical thinking and follow‑through skills;

Ability to work effectively alone and within a collaborative team environment;

Possess a valid CA driver’s license, a clean and insurance driving record and own reliable transportation.

Compensation:

$120K - $150K DOE, for this full-time, exempt position.

Benefits:

Health insurance coverage for employee;

40 hours of annual paid time off during 1st year of employment on an accrual basis; increasing to 80 hours in 2nd – 4th years and 120 hours in year 5 and thereafter;

40 hours of paid sick time annually allotted in a lump sum on start/anniversary date);

9 paid public holidays annually.

Working Hours:

6:30AM – 5:00PM Monday - Friday

Location:

San Luis Obispo, CA – onsite position in the office and various job sites