Senior Construction Superintendent - Complex Projects Lead

Contegra Construction Co.; Missouri; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Health and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Monthly vehicle allowance

Paid time off

Job summary

Contegra Construction is seeking an experienced Construction Project Superintendent to lead field operations on complex commercial, industrial, manufacturing, distribution, and design-build projects. You will coordinate daily site activity, manage subcontractors, drive schedule performance, and uphold Contegra’s safety and quality standards.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong communication, strategic planning, and the ability to mentor junior field staff while collaborating with

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive field experience in construction.
• 3+ years of experience as a Lead Superintendent, Superintendent, or similar field leadership role.
• Experience with commercial, industrial, manufacturing, distribution, or other complex construction projects.
• Design-build experience preferred; strong knowledge of means, methods, sequencing, field operations, and safety practices.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, shop drawings, and contract documents.
• Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and activities simultaneously.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with construction management software, including Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site construction activities from mobilization through project close out.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, field personnel, and project stakeholders.
• Maintain daily, weekly, and short-interval work plans to keep projects on schedule.
• Monitor project progress and resolve field issues before they impact delivery.
• Lead jobsite safety efforts and promote a strong culture of safety.
• Ensure work is completed according to plans, specifications, contract requirements, and company quality standards.
• Manage site logistics, deliveries, equipment utilization, material staging, inspections, testing, commissioning, and turnover.
• Conduct project walks to monitor productivity, quality, safety, and overall jobsite performance.
• Lead daily huddles, subcontractor coordination meetings, planning meetings, and project startup meetings.
• Mentor Assistant Superintendents, Field Engineers, and other field team members.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Project Engineers, design consultants, owners, and subcontractors to achieve project goals.

Skills

Field leadership

Reading plans & specs

Team coordination

Safety leadership

Decision making

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Contegra Construction is seeking an experienced Construction Project Superintendent to lead field operations on complex commercial, industrial, manufacturing, distribution, and design-build projects. You will coordinate daily site activity, manage subcontractors, drive schedule performance, and uphold Contegra’s safety and quality standards.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong communication, strategic planning, and the ability to mentor junior field staff while collaborating with