Lead Site Superintendent – Commercial Interiors

Ritsema; Kalamazoo (MI); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off and sick time

401(k) with company match

Tools provided

Uniforms

Training and development

Year-round work

EAP

Job summary

Ritsema Associates in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking an experienced Site Superintendent to lead field laborers and carpenters on commercial construction projects. You will guide daily on-site operations, coordinate with general contractors, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Responsibilities include conducting meetings, supervising crew scheduling, tracking labor hours, and maintaining safety and quality on site.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of drywall and metal stud framing techniques, tools, and materials.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• OSHA 30 Hour certification. (Company will provide)
• Must provide and maintain personal hand tools (power and specialty tools provided)
• Previous experience as a foreman, lead installer, or similar supervisory role

Responsibilities

• Lead daily on-site operations to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Conduct startup meetings with the Superintendent, Estimator, and Project Manager to review labor needs, special orders, and project scope.
• Facilitate daily huddles and toolbox talks to set goals, assign tasks, and monitor progress.
• Evaluate team performance and adjust plans based on daily outcomes.
• Manage crew scheduling and communicate labor needs in advance.
• Accurately record and track all labor hours.
• Anticipate material, equipment, and scaffolding needs and place orders through the office.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized jobsite.
• Serve as the primary on-site contact for the general contractor’s Foreman or Project Manager.
• Resolve scheduling issues directly on-site when possible.
• Attend weekly progress meetings and represent the company professionally.
• Document all extra work and obtain signed field work orders before starting.
• Track all equipment delivered to the jobsite and ensure timely return of company-owned or rented items.
• Request periodic equipment inventory sheets and reconcile with on-site inventory.
• Coordinator job closeout with the Superintendent and arrange for material and equipment pickup.
• Lead by example in safety, professionalism, and craftsmanship

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

OSHA 30 Hour certification

Job description

Ritsema Associates in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking an experienced Site Superintendent to lead field laborers and carpenters on commercial construction projects. You will guide daily on-site operations, coordinate with general contractors, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Responsibilities include conducting meetings, supervising crew scheduling, tracking labor hours, and maintaining safety and quality on site.