Offsite Field Superintendent

Metric Geo; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with match

Career growth

Job summary

Metric Geo is seeking an Offsite Land Superintendent to oversee land development activities for residential communities across Southern California. You will manage offsite construction operations, coordinate contractors and consultants, and support communities from development through turnover to homebuilding.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in residential site development, grading, utilities, infrastructure, and project coordination, with a track record of managing schedules,

Qualifications

• 5+ years in residential land development or construction.
• Strong background in grading, utilities, infrastructure, and residential site development.
• Experience managing contractors, consultants, and complex development projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee offsite land development activities for major residential communities in Southern California.
• Manage site development including mass grading, utilities, streets, landscaping, and infrastructure improvements.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, municipalities, and internal development teams.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, inspections, and quality control standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure work meets project requirements and company standards.
• Review plans and development documents to identify challenges and solutions.
• Manage contractor performance and project coordination.
• Resolve field issues and maintain progress through completion.
• Support community delivery from development through turnover to homebuilding.

Skills

Residential construction

Land development

Contractor management

Project coordination

Reading construction plans

Job description

Metric Geo | Southern California, United States

About the Job:

We’re seeking an Offsite Land Superintendent to oversee land development activities for a leading residential homebuilding organization across Southern California. This role is responsible for managing offsite construction operations, coordinating contractors and consultants, overseeing project execution, and supporting communities from development through completion and turnover to homebuilding.

This opportunity is with an established residential homebuilding organization focused on delivering high-quality communities through strong land planning, development, and execution. The Offsite Land Superintendent will play a key role in managing project schedules, budgets, quality control, and field operations while collaborating with internal teams, external partners, and municipalities.

The ideal candidate is an experienced land development professional with strong knowledge of residential site development, grading, utilities, infrastructure, contractor management, and project coordination. This individual will have the opportunity to oversee impactful communities throughout Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties.

What You’ll Do:

Offsite Land Development & Site Management:

• Oversee offsite land development activities for major residential communities across Southern California.
• Manage site development including mass grading, utilities, streets, landscaping, and infrastructure improvements.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, municipalities, and internal land development teams.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, inspections, and quality control standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure work meets project requirements and company standards.
• Review plans, specifications, and development documents to identify challenges and solutions.
• Manage contractor performance, communication, and project coordination.
• Resolve field issues and maintain project progress through completion.
• Support community delivery from development through turnover to homebuilding.

Project Coordination & Execution:

• Partner with land development, construction, and operations teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Coordinate permitting, inspections, approvals, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain project reports, schedules, and development updates.
• Build strong relationships with contractors, consultants, municipalities, and stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and within established timelines.

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of experience within residential construction, land development, or community development.
• Strong background in grading, utilities, infrastructure, and residential site development.
• Experience managing contractors, consultants, and complex development projects.
• Knowledge of construction schedules, budgets, inspections, and quality control processes.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Experience working with municipalities, permitting, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with large-scale residential communities preferred.

Why This Role Is Exciting:

This is an opportunity to take ownership of major residential development projects across Southern California’s most active housing markets. As an Offsite Land Superintendent, you’ll play a critical role in transforming raw land into successful communities while managing projects from initial development through completion.

You’ll work alongside experienced industry professionals while overseeing key aspects of residential development, including site preparation, infrastructure, contractor coordination, and community delivery.

• Competitive base salary + bonus opportunity
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Long-term career growth opportunities

Requirements Added by the Job Poster:

• 5+ years of experience in residential land development or construction.
• Experience managing grading, utilities, streets, and infrastructure improvements.
• Strong contractor and project coordination experience.
• Ability to manage schedules, budgets, inspections, and quality control.
• Experience working with municipalities, consultants, and internal development teams.
• Strong understanding of Southern California residential development processes.