Local Construction Superintendent

ARCO; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance

Per diem and living expenses

Plane ticket home when traveling

Industry-leading bonus program

ESOP to all associates

401k

Job summary

ARCO National Construction is seeking a Construction Superintendent to lead ground up industrial and tenant improvement design-build projects in the greater Phoenix area.

This role targets an experienced professional who will own jobsite execution from post-award review through project completion, directing subcontractors, maintaining schedules, enforcing safety, and partnering with the project manager to deliver successful client outcomes.

Qualifications

• 5-25 years of experience as a Lead Superintendent on tilt-up and/or tenant improvement projects.
• Willing to travel throughout the Greater Phoenix metropolitan area, with occasional national travel as required to support project and business needs.
• Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, MS Excel).
• Possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in your state of residence.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including standing, walking, uneven terrain, bending, kneeling, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead field operations and jobsite execution throughout all phases of commercial and industrial construction projects.
• Demonstrate strong leadership with the ability to face challenges, direct teams, and resolve conflicts.
• Attend post-award review meetings and begin preconstruction planning.
• Develop construction schedules with the project manager, including sequencing, manpower, and equipment needs.
• Oversee work to meet specifications, stay on schedule, and achieve target profitability.
• Coordinate subcontractor activities to ensure performance within the project timeline.
• Prepare job progress and cost reports reflecting actual costs.
• Review requisitions, field PO's, invoices, and key project documents.
• Maintain communication with the project manager about progress, plans, and issues affecting costs or schedules.
• Complete daily reports documenting key project details and approvals.
• Enforce the company's safety program across all phases of the project.
• Lead with integrity and uphold company values to exceed client expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Team supervision

Safety compliance

Travel readiness

Cost control

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Excel

Job description

ABOUT YOU

Ready to experience a better way to build your career? ARCO National Construction is seeking a Construction Superintendent to lead ground up industrial and tenant improvement design-build projects in the greater Phoenix area.

This is a role for an experienced Superintendent, Lead Superintendent, Senior Superintendent, or similar construction professional who is ready to take ownership of jobsite execution from post-award review through project completion for our projects. You will lead subcontractors, maintain project schedules, enforce safety and quality standards, and partner closely with the project manager to deliver successful projects for our clients.

At ARCO, you will receive the tools, support, and responsibility to excel from day one while working alongside a team committed to superior solutions, client service, and an award-winning workplace culture.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

• Lead field operations and jobsite execution throughout all phases of commercial and industrial construction projects
• Demonstrate strong leadership with the ability and willingness to face challenges, direct teams, and effectively resolve conflicts
• Attend the post-award review meeting to gather project details and begin preconstruction planning
• Partner with the project manager to develop the construction schedule, including activity sequencing, manpower, and equipment needs
• Oversee the project to ensure work meets specifications, stays on schedule, and achieves target profitability
• Coordinate subcontractor activities to ensure effective performance within the project timeline
• Assist in the preparation of job progress and cost reports to accurately reflect actual costs
• Review and approve requisitions, field purchase orders, invoices, and key project documents
• Maintain constant communication with the project manager to keep them informed of job progress, plans, and issues that may impact costs or schedules
• Complete daily reports documenting key project details, events, conditions, visitors, client interactions, commitments, and approvals
• Enforce adherence to the company's safety program in all phases of the project
• Lead with integrity and a commitment to quality, upholding company values and focusing on exceeding internal and external client expectations

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

• 5-25 years of experience as a Lead Superintendent on tilt-up and/or tenant improvement projects
• Willing to travel throughout the Greater Phoenix metropolitan area, with occasional national travel as required to support project and business needs
• Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, MS Excel)
• Possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in your state of residence
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including but not limited to: standing or walking for long periods of time, occasionally on uneven terrain, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, and/or lifting heavy loads of up to 50 pounds

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

At ARCO, we are committed to taking care of our greatest asset – our team. ARCO's best-in-class benefits and superior compensation are what set us apart from the competition and continue to attract top industry talent.

• Vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Per diem and living expenses if on a jobsite away from home
• Plane ticket home every 2 weeks when traveling
• Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
• 100% employer-funded ESOP to all associates
• Traditional and Roth 401k
• 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
• 3 weeks of vacation
• 1-week paid volunteer leave each year and 100% charitable match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 100% paid 12-week maternity leave
• Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
• Tuition reimbursement for associates

MAKE YOUR MOVE

We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts. We have completed over 7,500 design-build projects nationwide. We ranked #9 on ENR's Design-Build Firms list and #34 on ENR's Top 400 Contractors list of 2026. Most importantly, our clients like us, trust us, and want to do business with us. We have looked for people with the same enthusiasm, passion, and respect for the hard work that brought us to where we are today. Are you a person who can make a difference at ARCO? If the answer is "Yes!" we look forward to meeting you.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

EOE, including disability/vets