Lead Superintendent

Jobot; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Equity package

Accelerated career growth

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Lead Superintendent to oversee field operations for multiple high-rise construction projects. You will lead subcontractors, manage schedules, and coordinate with project teams from groundbreaking through turnover, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in supervision, proven leadership, and strong communication skills. This is a permanent, on-site role with a competitive base salary and strong equity potential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of supervisory experience in the construction industry.
• Proven safety, contract management, blueprint reading, estimating, budgeting, quality control, cost control, and risk management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to liaise with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction from concept to turnover, directing workers and subs to follow the plan and schedule.
• Ensure safety regulations are followed and emergencies are addressed.
• Manage contracts to ensure terms are met and issues resolved.
• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, and specs to align activities.
• Prepare and manage project budgets and apply cost controls.
• Conduct quality control inspections to meet standards.
• Estimate construction costs and prepare detailed project estimates.
• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate project risks.
• Coordinate with clients, architects, engineers, and local authorities.

Skills

leadership

safety management

contract management

blueprint reading

construction estimating

budgets

quality control

risk management

stakeholder liaison

team motivation

Education

Bachelor's in Construction Management

Engineering degree preferred

certifications in safety/contract management

Job description

A leading general contractor is seeking an experienced Lead Superintendent to oversee field operations and drive projects from groundbreaking through completion.

Salary: $150,000 - $180,000 per year

A bit about us

We are a large general contractor seeking a Lead Superintendent to lead field operations for multiple high-rise construction projects. Our team values strong leadership, clear communication, and a hands-on approach to delivering projects safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of quality.

We’re looking for a proven field leader who can coordinate subcontractors, manage complex schedules, and work closely with project teams from groundbreaking through turnover. This is an opportunity to take a key leadership role on major high-rise projects and help drive successful results in the field.

Why join us

• Competitive Base Salary
• Extremely Competitive Equity Package
• Accelerated Career Growth

Job Details

We are currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Lead Superintendent to join our team. This is a permanent position in our construction division, offering a unique opportunity to lead and manage a wide range of construction projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all stages of project construction, ensuring safety and quality standards are met, and managing contracts, budgets, and risks.

Responsibilities

1. Overseeing the construction process from conception to completion. This includes coordinating and directing construction workers and subcontractors, ensuring they are following the project plan and schedule.
2. Ensuring all safety regulations are adhered to and creating a safe working environment for all staff. This includes conducting regular safety inspections and meetings, and implementing corrective actions where necessary.
3. Managing contracts effectively, ensuring all terms and conditions are met, and resolving any issues that arise.
4. Reading and interpreting blueprints, plans, and specifications, and ensuring all construction activities align with these.
5. Preparing and managing project budgets, and implementing cost control measures to ensure the project stays within budget.
6. Conducting quality control inspections to ensure the work meets the specified standards and requirements.
7. Estimating construction costs accurately, and preparing detailed project estimates.
8. Identifying, evaluating, and managing project risks, implementing risk mitigation strategies where necessary.
9. Liaising with project stakeholders, including clients, architects, engineers, and local authorities, maintaining open and effective communication throughout the project.

Qualifications

1. A minimum of 10 years of experience in a supervisory role in the construction industry.
2. Proven experience in safety management, contract management, blueprint reading, construction estimating, budgeting, quality control, cost control, and risk management.
3. A strong understanding of construction processes, materials, and legal regulations.
4. Excellent leadership and project management skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team.
5. Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate and resolve issues effectively.
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.
7. Strong numeracy skills, with the ability to prepare and manage budgets and conduct cost estimations.
8. The ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications accurately.
9. A degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field is preferred.
10. Relevant certifications in safety management, contract management, or related areas would be an advantage.

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