Senior Project Superintendent

Manatal; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Louisville, Kentucky is seeking a Senior Project Superintendent responsible for overseeing and managing field construction activities. This role involves acting as the primary liaison with owners and architects, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Ideal candidates will have over 15 years of experience in building construction, with exceptional leadership and management skills, and a Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in building construction with 4 years supervisory experience.
• Proficient in construction methods, materials, codes, and compliance.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage field construction activities.
• Serve as primary liaison with owners, architects, and engineers.
• Develop and manage the site safety program.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Construction Cost Control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

BIM

Job description

About the job Senior Project Superintendent

TheProject Superintendent is responsible for supervising and managing thefield construction activities of a large or complex projector multipleconcurrent projectsfrom planning through completion. This positionensures work is completed on time, within budget, to the highest qualitystandards, and in full compliance with safety and regulatoryrequirements.

Serving as the primary on-site liaison with owners,architects, and engineers, the Superintendent coordinates all fieldoperations, resolves challenges, and drives project success.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Coordination

• Act as the primary liaison with owners, architects, and engineers for day-to-day project activities.
• Participate in project pursuits, proposals, and presentations; contribute significantly to securing new work.
• Lead, mentor, and evaluate Superintendents and other field staff, including performance reviews.
• Coordinate all trades to maintain efficient, safe, and high-quality project operations.

Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and implement overall project setup, site logistics, and project-specific scope plans.
• Create and maintain detailed project schedules, identifyingthe critical path and expediting critical materials and equipment.
• Monitor subcontractor schedules and address any impacts or productivity claims.

Safety & Compliance

• Develop and manage the site safety program, ensuringsubcontractor compliance with Turner safety standards, codes, andregulations.
• Serve as Stormwater Compliance Coordinator (SCC) per Turners Stormwater Compliance Program.
• Ensure all necessary permits and insurance are obtained and current throughout the project.

Quality Assurance

• Implement mock-ups and conduct associated testing, reviews, and approvals.
• Ensure all work complies with approved contract documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Document and respond to field issues that could affect budget, quality, or schedule.
• Manage General Conditions (GCs) and General Requirements (GRs) to maintain budget control.
• Oversee billing processes, Work-In-Place (WIP) reporting,payrolls, material invoices, and subcontractor paymentapplications.
• Manage labor relations with subcontractors and Turner trade staff.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors degree in Construction Management,Engineering, or related field preferred. Equivalent combination ofeducation, training, and/or experience considered.
• Experience: Minimum of 15 years in building construction, withat least 4 years of related supervisory or training experience.
• Proficient knowledge of building systems, construction meansand methods, materials, codes, and compliance requirements.
• Skilled in reading and interpreting contract documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Strong command of construction cost control, accounting procedures, and scheduling software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with BIM and Lean construction practices preferred.
• Exceptional leadership, management, and communication skills, both verbal and written.