Lead Superintendent - Commercial Construction - Houston

Henderson-Scott; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Henderson-Scott is seeking a Lead Superintendent for commercial construction in Houston to oversee large-scale public and private projects from ground-up to closeout. The role emphasizes on-site leadership, safety, and schedule management.

You will coordinate with Project Managers, owners, design teams, and inspectors while maintaining high standards of quality and sequence adherence on busy, occupied sites.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of construction experience with a strong background in commercial projects
• Experience serving as Lead Superintendent or Senior Superintendent on large-scale or renovation projects
• Experience managing public-sector, aviation, municipal, healthcare, higher education, or other complex commercial projects preferred
• Strong knowledge of scheduling, sequencing, and construction operations
• Ability to lead large field teams and build strong relationships with subcontractors and clients
• Extensive understanding of safety regulations, quality control procedures, and project documentation
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working in phased, occupied, or operational environments is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Lead all field operations and oversee day-to-day construction activities
• Develop, manage, and drive project schedules to ensure milestone achievement and on-time delivery
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel
• Partner closely with Project Managers, Owners, Design Teams, and Inspectors throughout the project lifecycle
• Maintain the highest standards of safety, quality control, and operational excellence
• Conduct regular project meetings and provide schedule and progress updates
• Identify and proactively resolve construction challenges to minimize project impacts
• Oversee site logistics, workforce planning, and resource allocation
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with project specifications, contract requirements, and regulatory standards
• Manage inspections, punch lists, commissioning activities, and project closeout

Job description

Lead Superintendent - Commercial Construction - Houston (BBBH3281) Houston, Texas

Salary: USD120000 - USD150000 per annum

Lead Superintendent – Commercial Construction (Public Projects)
Location: Houston, TX
We are partnered with a highly respected, family-owned general contractor with a strong reputation across the Houston market. Specializing in public, aviation, municipal, and large-scale commercial construction, this organization has built long-standing client relationships and maintains a robust pipeline of complex projects throughout the region.
This is an opportunity to join a stable and growing company that values collaboration, quality, and long-term career development.
The Opportunity
Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Superintendent to oversee large-scale commercial and public-sector construction projects ranging from $1M-$100M+. This individual will be responsible for leading all on-site construction activities, driving project schedules, managing subcontractors, and ensuring successful project execution from ground-up through closeout.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all field operations and oversee day-to-day construction activities


• Develop, manage, and drive project schedules to ensure milestone achievement and on-time delivery


• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel


• Partner closely with Project Managers, Owners, Design Teams, and Inspectors throughout the project lifecycle


• Maintain the highest standards of safety, quality control, and operational excellence


• Conduct regular project meetings and provide schedule and progress updates


• Identify and proactively resolve construction challenges to minimize project impacts


• Oversee site logistics, workforce planning, and resource allocation


• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with project specifications, contract requirements, and regulatory standards


• Manage inspections, punch lists, commissioning activities, and project closeout

What They're Looking For

• 8+ years of construction experience with a strong background in commercial projects


• Proven experience serving as Lead Superintendent or Senior Superintendent on large-scale and/or renovation projects


• Experience managing public-sector, aviation, municipal, healthcare, higher education, or other complex commercial projects preferred


• Strong knowledge of scheduling, sequencing, and construction operations


• Ability to lead large field teams and build strong relationships with subcontractors and clients


• Extensive understanding of safety regulations, quality control procedures, and project documentation


• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills


• Experience working in phased, occupied, or operational environments is highly desirable


• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives


• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle


• Paid time off and company holidays


• Long-term career advancement opportunities within a growing organization