On-Site Construction Lead

Gold Coast Schools; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in South Florida seeks a driven Construction Superintendent to manage on-site operations from planning to completion. The candidate must have strong leadership and organizational skills, with a degree in Engineering or Business Administration. Responsibilities include overseeing site work, ensuring timelines and budgets are met, and leading the on-site team. The role demands excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on compliance with safety and quality standards. Flexibility for weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience as a Construction Superintendent.
• General Contractor License preferable.
• Able to lead teams to meet project deadlines.
• Deep knowledge of the building process.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee all work on site.
• Lead and manage the on-site construction team.
• Assist Project Manager with plans and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with quality, schedule, budget, and scope of work.

Skills

Time management

Logistical coordination

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related fields

Tools

Procore

Job description

Portobello Construction specializes in managing and delivering high-quality construction projects that shape communities throughout South Florida. Portobello Construction is dedicated to operational excellence, strong project oversight, and a collaborative approach, consistently upholding the highest standards of safety and quality control for every project. Portobello Construction is a division of the Portobello Group. Our team has not only rehabbed, built and sold over 300 properties, we have also helped over 300 families build wealth in Real Estate.

Our Mission

To help people achieve the highest level of wealth possible through Real Estate by delivering exceptional service, guidance, and value.

Our Vision

To be the real estate group of choice for those looking to build & leverage wealth through Real Estate.

Our Values

Who Are We Looking For?

We are seeking a highly driven construction superintendent to lead on-site work for our South Florida projects from planning to completion. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator and decisive leader, able to coordinate with Project Managers, subcontractors, inspectors, and the providers team to ensure strict adherence to schedules, scope, budgets, and quality standards. This role requires strong organizational and supervisory skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and an unwavering commitment to site safety and organization.

The superintendent will be responsible for coordinating and supervising work, holding accountable all involved parties to deliver projects on budget, on time, and meeting quality standards. This includes managing resource allocation across projects, inspecting work, maintaining proper documentation, scheduling and attending inspections. Superintendent will also assist in planning and procurement.

Requirements, Knowledge, & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related fields
• General Contractor License preferable
• 1-2 years’ experience as a Construction Superintendent
• Able to successfully lead a team to meet deadlines and requirements of project
• Strong time management and logistical coordination skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle a broad range of tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Deep knowledge of the building process
• Problem solving ability
• Fluent in English
• Knowledge of Procore preferred

Standards & Responsibilities

• Coordinating and overseeing all work on site.
• Leading and managing the on-site construction team.
• Assist Project Manager with plans and budgets
• Planning construction processes
• Ensuring compliance with quality, schedule, budget and scope of work
• Monitoring and reporting on project progress
• Placing orders and being responsible for equipment and materials on site.
• Monitoring and ensuring on-site safety compliance, cleanliness, and orderliness.
• Resolving on-site issues and emergencies
• Coordinating with PM on any changes required for plans, permits & scope of work
• Assisting Permitting dept. with document submission and in-person meetings
• Coordinating, attending, and monitoring inspections

Schedule

• 8 AM to 5 PM with one-hour lunch
• Availability on weekend as needed
• Flexibility required if necessary