Senior Construction Superintendent — Large-Scale Projects (CT)

Smith Arnold Partners; Connecticut; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental

401k w/match

PTO

Job summary

Smith Arnold Partners, a premier construction management firm, seeks a Superintendent to lead field operations on large-scale commercial, healthcare, education, life sciences and sports facility projects. The role emphasizes safety leadership, schedule control, and collaboration with owners, unions, and trade partners on CT-based projects.

The ideal candidate has extensive Superintendency experience on substantial commercial/industrial endeavors, OSHA/STC-certified, and a track record of team

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent experience).
• 5-15 years leading superintendent roles on $10M-$100M commercial/industrial projects.
• OSHA 30-hour and STS-C certified.
• First Aid, CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed trained.
• Strong knowledge of all construction divisions, scheduling, and cost control.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and standard construction software.
• Experience supervising a project team and enforcing site safety plans.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage trade contractors and sub-contractors to keep work on schedule and up to quality standards.
• Oversee the general conditions budget and jobsite logistics.
• Serve as the primary safety representative, driving a strong safety culture across all trades.
• Build and maintain the project schedule, including contingency planning.
• Lead daily huddles, pre-task planning, and regular contractor meetings.
• Maintain daily reports and documentation.
• Train and mentor Field Engineers and junior Superintendents.
• Support preconstruction planning, scope development, and buyout.
• Build strong relationships with owners, unions, trade partners, and the local community.

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

MS Office

Construction software

Job description

Smith Arnold Partners, a premier construction management firm, seeks a Superintendent to lead field operations on large-scale commercial, healthcare, education, life sciences and sports facility projects. The role emphasizes safety leadership, schedule control, and collaboration with owners, unions, and trade partners on CT-based projects.

The ideal candidate has extensive Superintendency experience on substantial commercial/industrial endeavors, OSHA/STC-certified, and a track record of team