Senior Superintendent

Roncelli; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Generous paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Roncelli is seeking a Senior Superintendent to lead onsite construction operations for large-scale commercial projects. This role demands ensuring safe execution and high-quality workmanship while managing field teams and subcontractors.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management and over 15 years of Superintendent experience. The position also offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including medical and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience as a Superintendent on commercial construction projects.
• OSHA 30 certification required.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead onsite construction activities and ensure safety.
• Manage daily field operations and site logistics.
• Enforce safety compliance and promote safety culture.

Skills

Deep knowledge of construction means and methods

Strong ability to interpret drawings

Excellent leadership skills

Strong understanding of safety regulations

Skilled in scheduling and sequencing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Details

• Location: Main Office - Sterling Heights, MI 48312
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: 4 Year Degree
• Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
• Travel: Up to 25% of time on job sites
• Shift: Day
• Job Category: Construction

Position Summary

The Senior Superintendent is responsible for leading onsite construction operations on large-scale commercial projects. They ensure safe execution, high-quality workmanship, and adherence to schedule and budget commitments, providing day-to-day leadership of field teams and subcontractors, overseeing site logistics and inspections, and driving project delivery from mobilization through closeout.

Travel Expectations

This is an onsite, field-based position requiring daily presence at assigned project sites. Travel to other project locations may be required, as well as occasional travel to Roncelli’s headquarters in Sterling Heights, Michigan.

Why You Should Join Team Roncelli

• Competitive salary based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and more.
• Work‑life balance with generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and flexible scheduling.
• Career growth opportunities with professional development, mentorship, and advancement.
• Commitment to safety as a core value, providing an environment where your expertise is valued.

Role and Key Responsibilities

Field Leadership & Project Execution

• Lead all onsite construction activities with a primary focus on safety, quality, schedule, and productivity.
• Serve as the primary onsite representative for Roncelli, subcontractors, inspectors, and client partners.
• Plan and manage daily field operations, manpower, site logistics, and sequencing of work.
• Drive execution of approved construction plans, drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Identify execution risks, resolve field challenges, and escalate critical issues as needed.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce compliance with Roncelli, Client, and MIOSHA safety requirements in partnership with the Safety Department.
• Promote a strong jobsite safety culture through daily engagement, training, and accountability.
• Participate in incident response, reporting, and corrective action planning when required.

Quality Control & Inspections

• Ensure work is completed in accordance with contract documents, drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Implement proactive quality control processes to prevent rework and maintain project standards.
• Coordinate inspections with authorities, testing agencies, and quality representatives.

Scheduling, Planning & Reporting

• Develop and maintain short‑interval and 3‑week look‑ahead schedules aligned with the master project schedule.
• Track daily progress, manpower, and production to ensure schedule commitments are met.
• Lead weekly progress meetings and contribute to schedule updates and recovery planning.
• Oversee daily reporting, documentation, and field record‑keeping for internal and client use.

Cost Awareness & Change Management

• Monitor field productivity, labor utilization, material usage, and installed quantities.
• Support tracking and documentation of time‑and‑material and unit‑priced work.
• Partner with Project Management to identify change impacts, cost risks, and schedule implications.
• Assist with change order documentation, approvals, and execution support.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and support Assistant Superintendents, Foremen, and field staff.
• Promote accountability, collaboration, and professional growth within field teams.
• Reinforce Roncelli values, expectations, and performance standards across the jobsite.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate closely with Project Management, Estimating, Safety, Accounting, and Self‑Perform teams.
• Support pre‑construction planning, subcontractor selection, and project handoff activities.
• Participate in closeout, punch list execution, turnover, and lessons learned.

Qualifications, Skills & Knowledge

• Deep knowledge of construction means and methods across civil, structural, architectural, MEP, and low‑voltage trades.
• Strong ability to interpret drawings, specifications, schedules, and contract requirements.
• Proven experience leading large, complex commercial construction projects from mobilization through closeout.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills in a field environment.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations, labor agreements, quality standards, and contractual compliance.
• Skilled in scheduling, sequencing, short‑interval planning, and field productivity tracking.
• Proficient in Procore, Microsoft Office Suite, and construction management platforms.
• Ability to identify problems, develop solutions, and drive accountability across subcontractors and field teams.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience acceptable.
• Experience: Minimum 15 years of experience as a Superintendent on commercial or industrial construction projects.
• Certifications: OSHA 30 required; MUST, Certified Storm Water Operator, and First Aid & CPR preferred.
• Pre‑employment and annual drug testing required; background check, including driving record, as required by client.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Working Environment and Physical Requirements

This position primarily operates on active construction jobsites and is exposed to moving mechanical parts, elevated work areas, outdoor weather conditions, noise, dust, and other construction‑related hazards. The role requires climbing stairs and ladders, navigating unfinished structures, and working safely around active equipment while wearing required PPE. The employee must be able to stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and occasionally lift up to 75 pounds. Travel between project sites may be required. Compliance with all company and jobsite safety policies is mandatory. Required personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn, and strict infection control, safety, and hospital policies must be followed.

Roncelli, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and are committed to providing a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Roncelli are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other status protected by applicable law. Roncelli complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non‑discrimination and equal employment opportunity.