Lead Drywall Superintendent - Commercial Construction

Danis; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Danis in Austin, TX, is seeking a Drywall Superintendent to lead all field operations for drywall and finishes on commercial projects. The role directs foremen and crews, coordinates with project leadership, trades, and suppliers, and ensures safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years as a superintendent or foreman in commercial drywall or general contracting, with experience in healthcare, higher education, data centers, or life sciences, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a Superintendant or Foreman in commercial drywall or general contracting.
• Experience in Healthcare, Higher Ed, Data Centers, or Life Sciences preferred.
• Hands-on experience with self-perform drywall trades including framing, hanging, finishing, ceilings, and insulation.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred or willing to obtain.
• Solid record of safe, profitable project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all field operations related to drywall and associated finishes.
• Supervise self-perform drywall crews and subcontractors, ensuring efficient workflows and high-quality workmanship.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute all aspects of self-perform scopes, including metal framing, hanging, taping, finishing, ceilings, and insulation.
• Work closely with the Workforce Coordinator to schedule and allocate manpower across self-perform tasks.
• Provide daily direction and leadership to foremen and drywall field crews.
• Monitor crew productivity, address bottlenecks, and drive continuous improvement.
• Support crew development through on-the-job training, coaching, and skills assessments.
• Promote a culture of accountability and pride in craftsmanship within self-perform teams.
• Coordinate drywall phases with project leadership, other trades, and suppliers.
• Interpret plans and specifications specific to drywall scope, layout, and finish levels.
• Monitor material deliveries and inventory to prevent schedule delays.
• Approve field-level purchases and submit RFIs as necessary.
• Identify and resolve constructability issues in real-time.
• Enforce compliance with safety standards, procedures, and protocols.
• Participate in preconstruction and project planning activities.
• Foster a collaborative and solution-oriented jobsite culture.

Skills

Superintendent experience

Foreman experience

Coordination

Safety compliance

Education

OSHA 30 certification

Job description

Danis in Austin, TX, is seeking a Drywall Superintendent to lead all field operations for drywall and finishes on commercial projects. The role directs foremen and crews, coordinates with project leadership, trades, and suppliers, and ensures safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years as a superintendent or foreman in commercial drywall or general contracting, with experience in healthcare, higher education, data centers, or life sciences, and proficiency in