Lead Field Superintendent: Complex Construction

Merus; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Merus seeks an experienced Senior Project Superintendent to lead field operations on complex construction projects in the eastern U.S. You will oversee safety, scheduling, quality, subcontractor coordination, site logistics, and workforce management to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.

You will work with Project Managers, design teams, subcontractors, and owners to resolve field challenges, maintain schedules, and drive successful execution from mobilization through completion.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to effectively direct subcontractors and field personnel.
• Ability to manage complex construction projects while maintaining schedule, quality, and safety expectations.
• Ability to climb an extension ladder at least 20 feet high.
• Ability to visually and audibly observe activities occurring on construction jobsites.
• Ability to communicate professionally with management, project teams, subcontractors, owners, inspectors, and visitors.
• Ability to coordinate field labor and project resources in a cost-effective manner.
• Ability to clearly document and communicate project progress, field activities, and construction issues.
• Strong organizational, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule subcontractor activities, including development and management of four-week look-ahead schedules.
• Lead daily field operations to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to project schedules.
• Develop, maintain, and proactively manage project schedules to achieve key milestones and contractual deadlines.
• Coordinate project sequencing and field activities to maximize productivity and minimize delays.
• Document daily construction activities, project progress, and field issues.
• Review and understand project budgets, scopes of work, and subcontractor responsibilities.
• Implement and enforce company safety policies and project-specific safety requirements.
• Schedule, direct, and administer field labor in a cost-effective manner.
• Ensure compliance with plans, specifications, quality standards, and applicable codes.
• Communicate project progress, design issues, schedule impacts, and construction challenges with Senior Project Managers and Project Managers.
• Maintain site security, general conditions, temporary facilities, and overall jobsite cleanliness.
• Identify, address, and resolve field conflicts and project challenges.
• Review drawings and design documents for constructability and coordination.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and managing project-specific quality control plans.
• Lead subcontractor coordination meetings and communicate project expectations to all project participants.
• Assist in developing schedule recovery plans when necessary.
• Utilize scheduling software including SureTrak, Phoenix, P3, P6, Oracle Primavera Cloud, or similar platforms to support project planning and execution.

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Safety leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Decision making

Field oversight

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SureTrak

Phoenix

P3

P6

Oracle Primavera Cloud

Job description

Merus seeks an experienced Senior Project Superintendent to lead field operations on complex construction projects in the eastern U.S. You will oversee safety, scheduling, quality, subcontractor coordination, site logistics, and workforce management to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.

You will work with Project Managers, design teams, subcontractors, and owners to resolve field challenges, maintain schedules, and drive successful execution from mobilization through completion.