Lead Superintendent - Commercial Construction - Houston, TX

Henderson Scott US; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Gas card and technology package

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Henderson Scott US in Houston seeks a Lead Superintendent to oversee field operations on large-scale commercial construction projects. You will drive schedules, manage a team of superintendents and subcontractors, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery from preconstruction to closeout.

The role emphasizes mentoring field staff, coordinating with project managers, and solving schedule and budget challenges while upholding high standards across complex public-sector and commercial builds

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial construction experience, with at least 5 years serving as a Superintendent on ground-up projects.
• Proven experience leading large commercial/public-sector construction projects from start to finish.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and jobsite safety requirements.
• Experience managing projects ranging from $20M-$100M+ preferred.
• Familiarity with scheduling tools (Primavera P6 or MS Project) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day field operations on commercial construction projects.
• Develop, maintain, and drive project schedules to meet milestone and completion dates.
• Manage Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel.
• Maintain accountability for project safety, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and site safety programs.
• Conduct regular site walks to monitor quality, productivity, and work sequencing.
• Coordinate and manage all subcontractor activities to ensure efficient project execution.
• Lead subcontractor meetings, coordination meetings, and daily planning activities.
• Work with Project Managers to identify and resolve schedule, budget, and constructability issues.
• Oversee site logistics, manpower planning, material deliveries, and equipment coordination.
• Ensure all work is completed per contract documents, plans, specs, and quality standards.
• Serve as primary field contact for owners, architects, engineers, inspectors, and stakeholders.
• Manage inspections, punch lists, commissioning, and turnover processes.
• Mentor and develop Assistant Superintendents and other field staff.
• Participate in preconstruction planning, logistics development, and risk mitigation.

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Subcontractor coordination

Team mentoring

Communication

Safety management

Reading drawings and specs

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Lead Superintendent - Commercial Construction - Houston, TX

Location: Houston, TX

We are partnered with a highly respected, family-owned General Contractor with a strong presence across the Houston market. Known for delivering complex public-sector and commercial construction projects, this organization has built an outstanding reputation for quality, safety, and long-term client relationships.

Due to continued growth and a robust project backlog, the company is seeking a Lead Superintendent to oversee and drive field operations on large-scale commercial construction projects. This individual will play a critical leadership role, managing project execution from preconstruction through closeout while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction leader looking to take ownership of complex projects and mentor field teams within a stable, growth-oriented organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day field operations on commercial construction projects.
• Develop, maintain, and drive project schedules to ensure milestone and completion dates are achieved.
• Manage Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel.
• Maintain accountability for project safety, ensuring compliance with company policies, OSHA standards, and site-specific safety programs.
• Conduct regular site walks to monitor quality, productivity, and work sequencing.
• Coordinate and manage all subcontractor activities to ensure efficient project execution.
• Lead subcontractor meetings, coordination meetings, and daily planning activities.
• Work closely with Project Managers to proactively identify and resolve schedule, budget, and constructability issues.
• Oversee site logistics, manpower planning, material deliveries, and equipment coordination.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with contract documents, plans, specifications, and quality standards.
• Serve as the primary field contact for owners, architects, engineers, inspectors, and project stakeholders.
• Manage inspections, punch lists, commissioning activities, and project turnover processes.
• Mentor and develop Assistant Superintendents and other field staff.
• Participate in preconstruction planning, logistics development, and risk mitigation strategies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial construction experience, with at least 5 years serving as a Superintendent on ground-up projects.
• Proven experience leading large commercial and/or public-sector construction projects from start to finish.
• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, scheduling, sequencing, and site logistics.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate multiple subcontractor trades simultaneously.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and jobsite safety requirements.
• Experience managing projects ranging from $20M-$100M+ preferred.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management platforms.
• Experience with one or more of the following project types is highly desirable:
  • Aviation
  • Tilt wall
  • Municipal / Government
  • K-12 Education
  • Higher Education
  • Healthcare
  • Commercial Buildings
  • Public Works Projects

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Gas card and technology package
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development and leadership advancement opportunities
• Long-term stability with a growing and well-established contractor
• Opportunity to lead high-profile projects throughout the Houston market

This role is ideal for a seasoned Superintendent who thrives in a leadership capacity and enjoys taking ownership of complex commercial construction projects from groundbreaking through final completion.