Onsite Construction Supervisor — Trades & Safety

Old Dominion Mechanical; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Dominion Mechanical is seeking a seasoned Superintendent to oversee on-site teams, logistics and safety across commercial construction sites. This role combines supervision with hands-on skilled trade tasks in plumbing, HVAC, and sheet metal.

You will plan, coordinate deliveries, manage field crews, monitor costs and ensure compliance with safety standards while communicating effectively with subcontractors and foremen to maintain schedules and quality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial experience in trade-specific (plumbing, HVAC, Sheet Metal) operations.
• Extensive knowledge of trade-specific installation.
• Assist in successfully supervising crews.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to learn man-hour reports, job cost reports, workforce planning and estimating.
• Ability to learn construction cost control, forecasting and setting goals.
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work across varied disciplines.
• Knowledge of other mechanical trade disciplines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to effectively present information to customers, clients and colleagues.
• Must be able to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, show attention to detail, and demonstrate problem-solving skills.
• Must adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Must have reliable transportation to be at multiple jobsites.

Responsibilities

• Assist in on-site supervision of commercial trade specific crews.
• Always promote and monitor safety in all aspects.
• Work proactively with subcontractors, foremen, tradesmen and general contractors to remove obstacles and promote efficiency.
• Assist in planning, scheduling, and coordinate on-site functions.
• Perform material take-offs, ordering tools, materials and equipment in a timely fashion to maximize field productivity.
• Responsible for quality installation of trade specific activities.
• Coordinate, inspect and track all deliveries and track against shipping documents.
• Coordinate labor and equipment for loading, unloading and distribution of material onsite.
• Assist with forecasting labor needs to foremen, based upon anticipated deliveries.
• Responsible for directly performing a wide range of skilled construction tasks.
• Coordinate and manage all composite cleanup crew efforts.
• Monitor daily activities and compile reports on progress, compliance, and obstacles.
• Enforce safety and legal regulations to ensure a safe job site.
• Communicate with subcontractors and field staff to ensure adherence to schedules, plans, and specifications.
• Assist with inspection and upkeep of project shared tools.
• Record and monitor inventory of tools and material, with support from Foremen.
• Maintain cleanliness of trailer, work area and material storage area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Old Dominion Mechanical is seeking a seasoned Superintendent to oversee on-site teams, logistics and safety across commercial construction sites. This role combines supervision with hands-on skilled trade tasks in plumbing, HVAC, and sheet metal.

You will plan, coordinate deliveries, manage field crews, monitor costs and ensure compliance with safety standards while communicating effectively with subcontractors and foremen to maintain schedules and quality.