Senior Construction Superintendent: Lead Major Projects

W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Company; Georgia; On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Company seeks an experienced Senior Superintendent to lead on-site construction activities for large-scale projects. You will work with the Project Manager and leadership to ensure safety, quality, schedule, and budget objectives are met.

You will mentor field staff, drive execution strategies, and maintain strong relationships with owners, design partners, subcontractors, and vendors. This role requires proactive problem solving and deep construction knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent experience or training may substitute for degree.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of industry experience, including leadership of major scopes or full projects.
• Experience managing scopes or projects valued at $250MM+.
• Strong understanding of planning, scheduling, and construction sequencing.
• Solid knowledge of MEP systems and associated risk factors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and construction technology platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, blueprints, manuals, and engineering/architectural drawings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day field operations for major project scopes or full project execution.
• Coordinate and schedule the work of tradespeople, subcontractors, professionals, and laborers.
• Lead preconstruction meetings with subcontractors prior to each phase of work.
• Provide direction to Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, and Foremen, ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Participate in and help lead owner, architect, and design coordination meetings.
• Develop and maintain site logistics plans, crane plans, and phased jobsite utilization plans.
• Contribute to the development and management of the CPM schedule, including short-term look-aheads.
• Evaluate field progress against the plan and develop recovery strategies when needed.
• Plan manpower and personnel needs to support production goals.
• Provide advanced oversight of safety, quality, risk, and compliance for the project.
• Lead toolbox talks, safety briefings, and site inspections.
• Ensure strict adherence to OSHA standards, company safety procedures, and site-specific requirements.
• Manage the QC process, including inspections, documentation, and corrective actions.

Job description

W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Company seeks an experienced Senior Superintendent to lead on-site construction activities for large-scale projects. You will work with the Project Manager and leadership to ensure safety, quality, schedule, and budget objectives are met.

You will mentor field staff, drive execution strategies, and maintain strong relationships with owners, design partners, subcontractors, and vendors. This role requires proactive problem solving and deep construction knowledge.