Senior Construction Superintendent: Lead Projects & Safety

Suffolk Construction; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk Construction in San Francisco is seeking a Senior Superintendent to lead project execution, maintain strong owner/architect relationships, and drive schedule and safety performance on complex builds.

You will oversee field operations, manage subcontractors, coordinate with project teams, and ensure quality and compliance throughout the lifecycle, supporting project turnover and successful client outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an applicable discipline and experience relative to project size/scope.
• 8 to 12 years of experience in related construction fields.
• Applicable area licenses.
• Excellent team development skills and leadership abilities.
• Strong ability to partner with the Project Manager and staff.
• Must possess effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, manage, and document all day‑to‑day job site activities, including OSHA safety compliance.
• Direct field personnel according to the project plan and Suffolk supervisory principles.
• Communicate issues, events, performance, and progress daily to the Project Manager.
• Report any problems promptly to the Project Manager to facilitate the most cost‑effective solutions.
• Establish effective working relationships with clients, Suffolk team members, subcontractors, and authorities.
• Request advice and assistance from the General Superintendent or Project Executive on matters pertaining to materials, sequencing, scheduling, logistics, and personnel.
• Project Start‑Up/Turnover Meeting: Identify pre‑mobilization activities and develop start‑up schedule.
• Scheduling: Assist in formulating and implementing construction schedules; maintain baseline schedule; update monthly; provide six‑week look‑ahead.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Team building

Education

Bachelor's degree in an applicable discipline

Job description

Suffolk Construction in San Francisco is seeking a Senior Superintendent to lead project execution, maintain strong owner/architect relationships, and drive schedule and safety performance on complex builds.

You will oversee field operations, manage subcontractors, coordinate with project teams, and ensure quality and compliance throughout the lifecycle, supporting project turnover and successful client outcomes.