Senior Superintendent

Appleton Finn; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for career advancement

Work on high-quality commercial 106

Job summary

Appleton Finn is seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent to lead field operations on commercial construction projects in the Charlotte market. The role requires onsite leadership, coordination of trades, adherence to safety standards, and delivery from mobilization to completion.

The ideal candidate has extensive superintendent experience on ground-up or major renovation projects, excellent communication, and the ability to drive projects in a fast-paced environment while building strong

Qualifications

• 8+ years of commercial construction experience with superintendent roles.
• Ability to read architectural, structural, MEP and civil documents.
• Strong knowledge of safety practices and OSHA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall field leadership for commercial projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules with the PM team.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, vendors, and onsite personnel.
• Lead daily/weekly coordination meetings and communicate priorities to field teams.
• Review plans and shop drawings to identify conflicts and constructability issues.
• Resolve field issues with project team to maintain momentum.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized jobsite and ensure safety compliance.
• Provide accurate daily reports, schedules, and inspection records.
• Mentor and develop field personnel and uphold project quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Reading plans/documents

Education

OSHA 30 certification preferred

Degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred

Job description

Location: Charlotte, NC

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent to lead the field operations of commercial construction projects in the Charlotte market. This position is responsible for providing overall onsite leadership, coordinating subcontractors and vendors, maintaining project schedules, enforcing safety and quality standards, and ensuring projects are delivered successfully from mobilization through completion.

The ideal candidate is a highly organized and decisive construction professional who can lead complex projects, build strong relationships with project teams and trade partners, and maintain a high level of accountability in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall field leadership and direction for commercial construction projects from preconstruction through project closeout.
• Develop, maintain, and manage detailed project schedules in coordination with the Project Manager and project team.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and onsite personnel.
• Lead daily and weekly coordination meetings and communicate project priorities clearly to the field team.
• Review plans, specifications, shop drawings, and project documents to identify potential conflicts and constructability issues.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Architects, Engineers, Owners, and subcontractors to resolve field issues and maintain project momentum.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify schedule risks, material delays, manpower concerns, and other potential impacts.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized jobsite while enforcing company and project-specific safety requirements.
• Ensure construction activities are performed in accordance with contract documents, plans, specifications, applicable codes, and established quality standards.
• Conduct regular quality-control inspections and coordinate correction of deficiencies.
• Manage site logistics, including deliveries, staging, access, temporary facilities, and coordination of multiple trades.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, schedules, meeting documentation, inspection records, and other required project documentation.
• Participate in project planning, constructability reviews, and preconstruction meetings as needed.
• Assist with project buyout and subcontractor coordination by providing field input on sequencing, logistics, and constructability.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with subcontractors and trade partners.
• Mentor and develop Project Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, and other field personnel.
• Represent the company professionally with clients, design professionals, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Take ownership of project outcomes and actively drive projects toward successful completion.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of commercial construction experience, with significant experience serving as a Superintendent on ground-up and/or major renovation projects.
• Proven experience leading commercial construction projects from start to finish.
• Experience managing multiple subcontractors and coordinating complex construction activities.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction means and methods, sequencing, scheduling, and project logistics.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, MEP, civil, and specialty construction documents.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety practices and OSHA requirements.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively manage competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with construction management and scheduling software.
• Ability to work collaboratively with project management and executive leadership while maintaining strong field-level authority.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a hands-on field leader who takes pride in delivering high-quality commercial projects safely, efficiently, and on schedule. You should be comfortable working in a collaborative environment while taking ownership of field operations and making decisions when challenges arise.

We are particularly interested in candidates who have demonstrated experience with large-scale commercial projects, complex scheduling and sequencing, subcontractor management, client interaction, and field team leadership.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for career advancement
• The opportunity to work on high-quality commercial construction projects throughout the Charlotte region
• A collaborative environment with an experienced project and field leadership team