Lead Project Superintendent – Commercial Construction

McFarland Construction US; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401(k) Safe Harbor with company match

Employer HSA contribution

Job summary

McFarland Construction is seeking a Project Superintendent to manage commercial construction projects on site in Indianapolis. The role focuses on safety, schedule adherence, budget control, and quality compliance across interiors, renovations, and upfits.

The position demands a minimum of 5 years’ experience, strong leadership, communication, and coordination with owners, architects, and subcontractors. Procore proficiency and OSHA training are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in construction-related field.
• 7+ years of commercial construction experience.
• Ability to read drawings, specs, and contract documents.
• Strong forecasting, budgeting, and planning skills.
• Experience in occupied spaces and willingness to work nights/weekends.
• OSHA training required and safety-focused.

Responsibilities

• Serve as on-site contact for owners, architects, engineers and subcontractors.
• Develop and manage the overall project schedule and critical path.
• Enforce site safety program and OSHA compliance.
• Oversee daily field operations including logistics and quality control.
• Coordinate with Estimating/Preconstruction on scheduling and logistics.
• Oversee billing, pay apps, and vendor/subcontractor payments.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science/Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

McFarland Construction is seeking a Project Superintendent to manage commercial construction projects on site in Indianapolis. The role focuses on safety, schedule adherence, budget control, and quality compliance across interiors, renovations, and upfits.

The position demands a minimum of 5 years’ experience, strong leadership, communication, and coordination with owners, architects, and subcontractors. Procore proficiency and OSHA training are preferred.