Lead Field Superintendent – Multifamily Commercial

Essential Search; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Essential Search is seeking a Lead Superintendent to lead all field efforts on commercial construction projects. This hands-on leadership role requires deep knowledge of commercial construction and experience overseeing multifamily and large-scale projects.

You will manage day-to-day field operations, coordinate subcontractors, and work closely with project management and preconstruction teams to keep projects on schedule and maintain top quality.

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of superintendent experience.
• Strong commercial construction background.
• Experience building multifamily/apartment projects.
• General Contractor experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to take ownership of the field operations.
• Stable career history with solid tenure.
• Experience with larger commercial projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead all superintendent efforts for commercial construction projects.
• Oversee day‑to‑day field operations and project execution.
• Coordinate subcontractors and field teams.
• Work closely with the project management and preconstruction teams.
• Help keep projects on schedule and maintain quality standards.
• Identify and address issues in the field.
• Provide leadership throughout the construction process.
• Help ensure projects are completed successfully.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Field operations

Construction management

Job description

Essential Search is seeking a Lead Superintendent to lead all field efforts on commercial construction projects. This hands-on leadership role requires deep knowledge of commercial construction and experience overseeing multifamily and large-scale projects.

You will manage day-to-day field operations, coordinate subcontractors, and work closely with project management and preconstruction teams to keep projects on schedule and maintain top quality.