Senior Construction Superintendent: Vertical Projects Leader

Okland Construction; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Salary and bonus incentives

401(k) with employer match

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, & D

Paternity leave

Employee Assistance Program

Pro sports tickets and travel vouchers

Job summary

Okland Construction is seeking a commercial construction superintendent to lead challenging vertical projects with unique architectural designs. The role requires coordinating crews, scheduling, safety, and liaising with clients to deliver exceptional outcomes.

Ideal candidates have a track record managing $30–$100M scopes, developing phasing and sequencing, and delivering complex logistics across demanding sites while maintaining schedule milestones and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or 10+ years of related commercial construction experience.
• Strong knowledge of construction practices, safety regulations, and building codes.
• Skilled in construction scheduling, cost control, and risk management.
• Proficient in reading blueprints, specifications, CPM schedules, and contract documents.
• Effective team leadership with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and manage deadlines.
• Experienced with construction tools, equipment, and jobsite operations.
• Strong problem-solving skills in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Maintains professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Supervises field staff and enforces productivity, safety, and performance standards.
• Mentors team members and fosters a positive jobsite culture.
• Manages timecards, payroll submissions, and compliance with hiring practices.
• Ensures adherence to safety programs, procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Keeps drawings, RFIs, and project documentation accurate and up to date.
• Participates in project meetings and trainings as needed.
• Develops and maintains the master schedule and 3-week lookaheads.
• Coordinates subcontractors and vendors to maintain project timelines.
• Identifies delays early and works with team to create recovery plans.
• Assists with job cost setup and tracking for self-performed work.
• Ensures accurate purchase orders, invoicing, and pay applications.
• Monitors budget performance and helps manage owner billing.
• Verifies subcontractor work aligns with scope, budget, and timeline.
• Supports contract compliance and negotiates back charges as needed.
• Maintains clear documentation and updates as-built drawings.
• Oversees site mobilization, layout, inspections, and safety signage.
• Ensures proper permits, stormwater, and dust control plans are in place.
• Leads commissioning, quality checks, and jurisdictional approvals.
• Initiates closeout activities from day one and ensures timely completion.
• Tracks and resolves punch list and warranty issues efficiently.
• Coordinates final inspections and certificate of occupancy.
• Maintains project photos, logs, RFIs, submittals, and meeting notes.
• Collaborates with PM on change orders, cash flow, and project reporting.
• Represents Okland in a professional manner with owners and partners.

Skills

Construction scheduling

Cost control

Risk management

Reading blueprints

CPM schedules

Contract documents

Team leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Okland Construction is seeking a commercial construction superintendent to lead challenging vertical projects with unique architectural designs. The role requires coordinating crews, scheduling, safety, and liaising with clients to deliver exceptional outcomes.

Ideal candidates have a track record managing $30–$100M scopes, developing phasing and sequencing, and delivering complex logistics across demanding sites while maintaining schedule milestones and quality.