Lead Construction Superintendent – Commercial Projects

Elite Contracting Group; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

Elite Contracting Group is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to coordinate and manage all on-site activities for commercial building projects. You will ensure safety, schedule adherence, quality, and efficient management of subcontractors while maintaining strong communication with management.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of in-field supervision, a solid grasp of building codes, and the ability to lead teams to achieve milestones on time and on budget.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of directly related experience as a Construction Superintendent or similar role overseeing on-site commercial construction activities.
• Strong knowledge of construction techniques, practices, and safety regulations.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and inspire others to achieve project goals.
• Demonstrated proficiency in reading and interpreting construction plans, blueprints, and specifications.
• Knowledge of established building codes and permit requirements.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Basic computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office and Project Management software; experience with Procore is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Site Management & Supervision: Direct and manage all on-site personnel, including laborers and subcontractors, to ensure daily operational needs are met.
• Scheduling & Coordination: Develop and drive project timelines (often using 2 week lookahead schedules) to prevent bottlenecks and ensure milestones are reached.
• Safety Enforcement: Implement and enforce health and safety regulations (such as OSHA standards) to prevent accidents and maintain a secure environment.
• Quality Control: Conduct regular inspections to verify that all work meets design specifications, local building codes, and industry quality standards.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain meticulous daily logs of site activities, progress, material deliveries, and any incidents or issues for the project team.
• Resource Management: Coordinate the delivery of materials and equipment, ensuring everything is available on-site as required to maintain momentum.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprints

Communication

Time management

OSHA/Safety

Team management

Microsoft Office

Procore

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Project Management software

Job description

Elite Contracting Group is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to coordinate and manage all on-site activities for commercial building projects. You will ensure safety, schedule adherence, quality, and efficient management of subcontractors while maintaining strong communication with management.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of in-field supervision, a solid grasp of building codes, and the ability to lead teams to achieve milestones on time and on budget.