Lead Onsite Superintendent – Commercial Construction

Clark College; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Insurance package

Professional development

Job summary

Clark College in Southeast Michigan seeks an experienced Superintendent to oversee field operations for commercial construction. You will work with the Project Manager to lead day-to-day site activities, coordinating trade contractors and ensuring safety, quality, and on-time progress.

Responsibilities include developing field execution strategies, maintaining look-ahead schedules, supervising crews, enforcing safety, managing documentation, and communicating with owners and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field (preferred).
• Proven ability to independently manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and process development skills.
• Solid understanding of construction and engineering operations.
• Proficiency in data automation tools, project management software, and standard business applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, Excel).
• Excellent verbal and written communication across diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate subcontractors in the field to align with plans, specs, and schedule requirements.
• Establish field priorities, develop execution strategies, and maintain look-ahead schedules to meet milestones.
• Direct day-to-day site activities, managing subcontractors, vendors, and craft labor.
• Enforce safety standards and company policies, stopping work when necessary to prevent accidents.
• Monitor work for safety, quality, and compliance with plans and specs; address deviations promptly.
• Maintain accurate records, including daily reports, quality inspections, change notices, and material logs.
• Review subcontractor pay apps and change orders for budget and scope impacts.
• Lead or participate in site meetings, sharing progress updates with owners and stakeholders.
• Track delivery, inspect, and ensure proper storage and maintenance of equipment and materials on-site.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Scheduling

Safety compliance

Trade coordination

Documentation

Cost control

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management/engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PM software

Data management tools

Job description

Clark College in Southeast Michigan seeks an experienced Superintendent to oversee field operations for commercial construction. You will work with the Project Manager to lead day-to-day site activities, coordinating trade contractors and ensuring safety, quality, and on-time progress.

Responsibilities include developing field execution strategies, maintaining look-ahead schedules, supervising crews, enforcing safety, managing documentation, and communicating with owners and stakeholders.