Project Superintendent

Smith Arnold Partners; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Arnold Partners is seeking a Project Superintendent to lead on-site construction for a major federally supported program in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The role combines full supervision, subcontractor coordination, and daily execution in a field-driven environment.

You'll report to the Project Manager, enforce safety and quality standards, and coordinate multi-trade activity across disciplines. OSHA 30 is required, and active field leadership is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Superintendent or senior field leader.
• OSHA 30 certification and safety training experience.
• Solid knowledge of U.S. construction methods, techniques, and industry standards.
• Ability to coordinate multiple trades and manage subcontractor performance.
• Experience on federal, military, or government-funded projects is a plus.
• Comfortable working full-time on-site.
• Opportunities for continued training and advancement.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, coordinate, and supervise all on-site construction activities and subcontractor work.
• Serve as the Site Safety & Health Officer, ensuring compliance with the Site-Specific Safety Plan.
• Enforce OSHA standards and company safety policies across all trades.
• Conduct daily safety inspections and immediately correct unsafe conditions or behaviors.
• Lead weekly toolbox talks and present safety updates during progress meetings.
• Plan and supervise subcontractor and craft activities, including manpower, materials, equipment, and work sequencing.
• Coordinate work across multiple trades, company departments, and external contractors.
• Review and maintain safety documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Work closely with engineering, estimating, and planning teams to ensure work aligns with drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Identify and help resolve field issues including productivity challenges, trade conflicts, and site conditions.
• Monitor compliance with safety and quality control requirements and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Assist Project Management with project scheduling, site logistics, and execution planning.
• Track schedule progress daily, weekly, and monthly, including look-ahead schedules.
• Fully on-site, field-driven role with direct reporting to the Project Manager.

Skills

Superintendent experience

OSHA 30 certification

Construction methods knowledge

Trade coordination

Leadership/management

Job description

Want to be in a key position on a major project? Want to be involved with a large-scale project that is career defining?
This project matters more than most. You’ll be proud to say — “I helped build that.”

Are you a hands‑on Superintendent who enjoys running complex construction sites and being the go-to person in the field? What if your next role combined full site supervision, subcontractor coordination, and daily execution on federally supported projects? This opportunity is with a nationally respected construction management firm known for delivering technically complex, mission‑critical projects across the U.S. and internationally. The firm places a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and empowering field leadership to drive project success.

What People Are Saying:

• Well known for safety-first culture on complex and regulated job sites
• Trusted partner on federal and infrastructure projects nationwide
• Field leaders cite strong support from project management and clear expectations

Title: Project Superintendent
Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico | On-site
Compensation: $120,000 – $150,000 base salary

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Schedule, coordinate, and supervise all on‑site construction activities and subcontractor work
• Serve as the Site Safety & Health Officer, ensuring compliance with the Site‑Specific Safety Plan
• Enforce OSHA standards and company safety policies across all trades
• Conduct daily safety inspections and immediately correct unsafe conditions or behaviors
• Lead weekly toolbox talks and present safety updates during progress meetings
• Plan and supervise subcontractor and craft activities, including manpower, materials, equipment, and work sequencing
• Coordinate work across multiple trades, company departments, and external contractors
• Review and maintain safety documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Work closely with engineering, estimating, and planning teams to ensure work aligns with drawings, specifications, and schedules
• Identify and help resolve field issues including productivity challenges, trade conflicts, and site conditions
• Monitor compliance with safety and quality control requirements and ensure corrective actions are implemented
• Assist Project Management with project scheduling, site logistics, and execution planning
• Track schedule progress daily, weekly, and monthly, including look‑ahead schedules
• Fully on‑site, field‑driven role with direct reporting to the Project Manager

What is Sought:

• Extensive experience in a Superintendent or senior field leadership role
• OSHA 30 certification and ongoing safety training experience
• Solid knowledge of U.S. construction methods, techniques, and industry standards
• Ability to coordinate multiple trades and manage subcontractor performance
• Experience on federal, military, or government‑funded projects is a plus
• Clear area of trade or construction expertise (civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.)
• Comfortable working full‑time on‑site in a project‑based environment
• Opportunities for continued training, leadership development, and advancement