Senior Commercial & Institutional Superintendent

Jobot; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Commercial / Institutional Superintendent in Boston, MA for on-site, permanent work. The role leads field operations across complex projects including multifamily, healthcare, and institutional builds, reporting to Project Managers and coordinating with owners, architects, and trades.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in construction with supervision experience, strong scheduling and leadership skills, and familiarity with drawings, specs, and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction experience with at least 3 years in a Superintendent or field leadership role.
• Experience managing commercial, multifamily, healthcare, academic, institutional, or mixed-use construction projects.
• Strong understanding of scheduling, site logistics, and subcontractor coordination.
• Ability to lead teams and maintain productive relationships with clients, architects, engineers, and trade partners.
• Experience interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple project priorities while maintaining quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Manage all on-site construction activities from project mobilization through final completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, site logistics plans, and short-term look-ahead schedules.
• Direct and coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and field staff.
• Ensure construction activities are completed in accordance with contract documents, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Lead daily site operations, workforce coordination, material management, and project sequencing efforts.
• Conduct regular subcontractor coordination meetings and communicate project expectations clearly.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify solutions to field challenges.
• Maintain high standards of quality control and workmanship throughout all phases of construction.
• Partner with Project Managers to manage project schedules, budgets, procurement activities, and client communications.
• Enforce all company safety policies and OSHA requirements to promote a safe working environment.
• Oversee inspections, punch list completion, commissioning activities, and project closeout efforts.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Commercial / Institutional Superintendent in Boston, MA for on-site, permanent work. The role leads field operations across complex projects including multifamily, healthcare, and institutional builds, reporting to Project Managers and coordinating with owners, architects, and trades.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in construction with supervision experience, strong scheduling and leadership skills, and familiarity with drawings, specs, and safety standards.