Senior Construction Lead - Complex Projects

McGough; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

McGough is a respected partner with deep industry experience seeking a Senior Superintendent in Texas to lead preconstruction, development and on-site management for high-profile projects. You will oversee field teams, subcontractors, and suppliers, ensuring safety, schedule discipline and budget adherence while driving continuous improvement.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in construction, OSHA 30, and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or 12+ years of professional experience in lieu of degree.
• 10-12+ years of construction-related experience overseeing larger projects and teams.
• Experience adjusting field labor between projects.
• Mentoring Superintendents and Assistants; driving improvement.
• Current OSHA 30 certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction and development tasks including pursuits, proposals, and interviews.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, labor, materials and equipment.
• Oversee field staff, subcontractors, and suppliers; ensure safety and quality.
• Coordinate RFIs, procurements, and closeout tasks; maintain documentation.
• Drive Lean practices and continuous improvement across the project team.
• Foster client, design team, and subcontractor relationships; lead meetings.
• Mentor and develop team members; support hiring and onboarding.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Schedule management

Budget oversight

Lean / continuous improvement

Safety leadership

Team mentorship

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Associate's degree

12+ years of experience in lieu of degree

Two- or four-year degree in construction

LEED AP or green building certification

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

McGough is a respected partner with deep industry experience seeking a Senior Superintendent in Texas to lead preconstruction, development and on-site management for high-profile projects. You will oversee field teams, subcontractors, and suppliers, ensuring safety, schedule discipline and budget adherence while driving continuous improvement.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in construction, OSHA 30, and strong leadership.