Senior Field Superintendent — Complex Construction

DPR Construction; New Jersey; On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

DPR Construction seeks a seasoned field operations leader to plan, coordinate, and execute complex projects, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence. The role guides field execution with advanced superintendent knowledge, resolving challenges without formal people management duties.

The position requires coordinating with project managers, trade partners, and self-perform teams to maintain momentum, while exploring prefabrication and efficiency gains across sites.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in construction management, engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience required.
• 7 years of experience in field operations, construction supervision, or a related field required.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification within 6 months of hire required.
• First Aid and CPR certification required.
• OSHA 510 or OSHA 500 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads day-to-day field execution for assigned scopes of work on complex projects, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence.
• Coordinates with project managers, superintendents, self-perform teams, and trade partners to resolve complex field issues and maintain construction momentum.
• Guides field logistics, site utilization, and work sequencing to optimize productivity and minimize disruptions.
• Oversees implementation of safety plans and quality control measures, addressing elevated risks and escalating critical concerns as needed.
• Reviews and validates field documentation, including daily reports, look-ahead plans, and coordination logs, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project requirements.
• Identifies and supports integration of prefabrication and alternative construction methods to improve efficiency, safety, and quality.
• Provides informal mentorship and technical guidance to field team members and peers without assuming formal management/coaching responsibilities.

Education

Associate's degree in construction management, engineering

Job description

DPR Construction seeks a seasoned field operations leader to plan, coordinate, and execute complex projects, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence. The role guides field execution with advanced superintendent knowledge, resolving challenges without formal people management duties.

The position requires coordinating with project managers, trade partners, and self-perform teams to maintain momentum, while exploring prefabrication and efficiency gains across sites.