Senior Superintendent

Clark Construction Group, LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Construction Group in Nashville seeks a Senior Superintendent to lead field operations on complex projects. You will oversee self-performed and contractor work, uphold safety, quality, and schedule adherence, and mentor the project team.

You will develop sequencing plans, coordinate with stakeholders, and manage costs to deliver projects on time and within budget. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience on large-scale commercial construction projects.
• 4+ years leading, developing, and motivating teams.
• Experience building high-rise residential, mixed-use, or higher education projects.
• In-depth knowledge of construction processes including scheduling, contract administration, equipment, and personnel.
• Demonstrated experience leading field operations and communicating plans effectively.
• Advanced knowledge of safety and building regulations (OSHA).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the timely and quality installation of contracted work for a project or scope.
• Implement a culture of safety and quality among Clark employees and trade contractors and conduct safety inspections.
• Create and manage a plan to sequence work, manage jobsite logistics, and track materials and personnel.
• Ensure high quality of work consistent with project and company standards.
• Deliver a project on schedule and on budget with initiative and accountability.
• Develop, update, and communicate the project schedule with stakeholders.
• Lead multi-disciplinary meetings to gain buy-in on the project schedule.
• Mentor and develop team members to build a high-functioning team.
• Cultivate relationships with all project stakeholders and maintain professionalism in meetings.
• Possess working knowledge of owner contracts, subcontracts, and vendor agreements.
• Participate in developing staff charts, general conditions, and KPI tracking.
• Participate in close-out activities including punch lists and building operations training.
• Demonstrate advanced problem-solving to overcome obstacles and conflicts.
• Identify long-term risks and evolve the project plan to address issues.
• Create a project site environment that inspires peak performance.

Skills

Team leadership

Scheduling

Contract administration

Quality assurance

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management

Tools

Procore

PlanGrid

FieldWire

Bluebeam

P6

Job description

As a Superintendent, you will leverage your capacity for innovation and problem‑solving to lead field operations to ensure an exceptional project is delivered to our clients. You will oversee self‑performed and contracted work ensuring compliance with contract documents and the project schedule while also implementing a culture of safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the timely and quality installation of contracted work of either a total project or a particular scope, trade contractor, or portion of a project
• Implement a culture of safety and quality among Clark employees and trade contractors and conduct regular safety inspections to ensure all work conditions are in compliance with company, contract, and government regulations
• Create and manage a plan to successfully sequence work, manage jobsite logistics, and track materials and personnel
• Ensure a high quality of work consistent with project and company standards
• Takes initiative and personal responsibility to deliver a project on schedule and on budget
• Develop, update, and communicate the project schedule and exhibit a command of critical schedule milestones with all project stakeholders
• Communicate the schedule effectively with contractors and project stakeholders
• Lead multi‑disciplinary meetings to gain universal buy‑in on the project schedule
• Manage, mentor, and develop team members to build a high functioning team
• Cultivate strong relationships with all project stakeholders
• Maintain professionalism while representing the company and team in internal and external meetings and interactions
• Possess working knowledge of the owner contract, subcontracts, and vendor agreements
• Participate in the development and maintenance of staff charts, general conditions, project costs, and demonstrate an understanding of key performance indicators (KPI) for the project
• Participate in close‑out activities including punch list and building operations training
• Demonstrate advanced problem‑solving capabilities in finding ways to overcome constant obstacles, issues, and conflicts on the job
• Identify long‑term risks and find ways to advance the project plan to neutralize conflict and issues
• Create a project site environment that inspires the team to perform at their best

Basic Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, a related discipline, or relevant work experience
• 10+ years of experience working on large‑scale commercial construction projects
• 4+ years leading, developing, and motivating teams
• Experience building high‑rise residential, mixed use, or higher education projects successfully from start to finish
• In depth knowledge of the construction process to include scheduling, contract administration, equipment, and personnel
• Demonstrated experience leading field operations and communicating plans effectively across multiple audiences and stakeholders
• Advanced knowledge of applicable safety and building regulations (i.e., OSHA)
• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: self‑motivated, results‑oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction, and executes

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of construction management software platforms and tools including Procore, PlanGrid, FieldWire, Bluebeam, and P6

Clark Construction Group is one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the United States. Our portfolio spans every major building market, from public to private, corporate to cultural, education to entertainment, and the infrastructure connecting it all – power, transportation, water, and roadways. Since 1906, we’ve been delighting and delivering value to our clients and project partners, providing diverse opportunities for our team, and strengthening the communities where we live. With offices strategically located across the country, we pride ourselves on being a local builder with national reach. Learn more about Clark Construction. There is a sense of camaraderie that comes with delivering impactful projects as a team. It creates a sense of humility and fosters pride in the work we do. At Clark, we are proud to build what matters, together. Learn more about careers at Clark.

Find even more opportunities with the Clark Group, our collection of companies – delivering construction and asset solutions for clients across the United States. Clark Group’s capabilities span the entire asset lifecycle – from project development and financing to construction and facility maintenance.

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• Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate
• S2N Technology Group
• Building & Infrastructure
• Atkinson Construction
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Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark promotes a drug‑free workplace. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please [e-mail] call (800) 655‑1330 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Authorization to Work Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full‑time basis in order to be considered.