Project Superintendent
Smith Arnold Partners
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Job summary
Qualifications
- 7–12+ years of superintendent experience on commercial or industrial projects $30M+.
- Proven ability to lead entire projects or major scopes of work.
- OSHA 30 certification is required.
Responsibilities
- Lead all day-to-day field operations and coordinate subcontractors.
- Serve as the primary safety leader on site.
- Plan and manage jobsite logistics and scheduling.
- Train, mentor, and manage Superintendents and Field Engineers.
Skills
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Job description
Are you a seasoned Lead Superintendent who thrives running large, complex construction sites and setting the standard for safety, quality, and execution?
What if your next role gave you full ownership of field operations, real authority in the field, and the opportunity to lead high-profile commercial and institutional projects from the ground up?
This opportunity is with a Top-10 ENR, family-owned construction management firm known for delivering technically complex projects safely and on schedule while empowering field leadership to drive results.
What People Are Saying:
- Industry leader with a people-first, safety-driven culture
- Trusted builder of healthcare, education, commercial, and institutional projects
- Field leaders cite strong operational support and clear expectations
Why This Role:
- True field leadership with decision-making authority
- Long-term career growth with a nationally respected builder
- Industry-leading training and leadership development
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and retirement program
Location: Fairfield County, CT
Project Size: $5M – $50M
Compensation: $110,000 – $145,000 Base
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Lead all day-to-day field operations, coordinating subcontractors to meet safety, quality, and schedule goals
- Serve as the primary safety leader on site, enforcing compliance and maintaining a safety-first culture
- Plan and manage jobsite logistics, sequencing, manpower, and materials
- Develop, maintain, and communicate project schedules and field work plans
- Lead contractor meetings, daily huddles, and pre-task planning
- Maintain accurate field reporting and documentation using construction software
- Oversee quality planning and execution in coordination with operations teams
- Train, mentor, and manage Superintendents and Field Engineers
- Support buyout, scopes of work, T&M tracking, and general requirements forecasting
- Collaborate with project management, owners, and business development to ensure successful delivery
What Is Sought:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent experience)
- 7–12+ years of superintendent experience on commercial or industrial projects $30M+
- Proven ability to lead entire projects or major scopes of work
- OSHA 30 certification (required); STS-C and safety certifications preferred
- Strong knowledge of construction means, methods, scheduling, and cost control
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- High level of construction document and drawing literacy
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and modern construction software
- Demonstrated commitment to safety and team leadership in the field
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