Senior Field Superintendent – Complex Commercial Projects

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking a Project Superintendent to lead field operations, oversee foremen, and ensure timely, high-quality construction. You will work with the Project Manager to drive progress and safety across the project site.

The role requires coordinating trades, managing budgets, and maintaining contract documentation to deliver successful project outcomes. This position emphasizes safety leadership and collaborative project execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' building experience on highly complex and related commercial, healthcare, industrial, or related construction projects.
• Previous Superintendent experience directing and coordinating trades.
• Knowledge of construction principles/practices required.
• Previous experience working with Project Management team for successful completion of project.
• Self-perform background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in development of Chart of Accounts
• Assist in development of Detailed CPM Schedule
• Assist in development of Detailed Scope of Work
• Develop a project site logistics plan
• Maintain a thorough understanding of contract documents
• Manage McCarthy's labor force to achieve optimum performance
• Review and understand material budgets and negotiate purchase orders
• Review and understand equipment budgets and negotiate rental rates
• Monitor project costs and identify areas for improvement
• Provide leadership in quality process
• Provide leadership in the safety and accident prevention programs
• Document daily construction activities
• Chair weekly subcontractor coordination meetings
• Issue and maintain short term and CPM schedules
• Assist Project Engineers in Shop Drawing and Submittal process
• Verify that As-Built drawings are kept current

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking a Project Superintendent to lead field operations, oversee foremen, and ensure timely, high-quality construction. You will work with the Project Manager to drive progress and safety across the project site.

The role requires coordinating trades, managing budgets, and maintaining contract documentation to deliver successful project outcomes. This position emphasizes safety leadership and collaborative project execution.