Senior Superintendent

Manhattan Construction Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional development

Community projects

Security and stability

Multiple U.S. office locations

Job summary

The Senior Superintendent at Manhattan Construction Group will oversee field operations on assigned projects in Washington, DC, ensuring safe, timely, and profitable completion through strong leadership and client communication.

Responsibilities include on-site supervision, reviewing trade contractor pay apps and invoices, site logistics, quality and safety programs, testing coordination, and lead project meetings with PMs, owners, and safety staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field, or related experience.
• 15+ years of industry experience with multi-project oversight.
• Experience managing projects >$100 million preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day on-site supervision of field labor force.
• Review and approve pay applications and invoices with PM.
• Develop and maintain site logistics plan with PM.
• Manage quality program, QA/QC and safety plans.
• Lead project meetings with owners, subs, and safety teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

QA/QC understanding

MEP systems

Scheduling

Team management

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

The Senior Superintendent is responsible for field operations on the project(s) assigned in order to achieve safe, timely, and profitable completion of each project. This position must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational, and time‑management skills, as well as strong communication and client service skills.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Implementation of Operation Zero and all Manhattan safety policies.
• Participates and executes roles to help create an Injury‑Free Environment through own actions and mentoring of others.
• Direct day‑to‑day on‑site supervision of field labor force.
• Review and approve Trade Contractor Pay Applications and material invoices with the Project Manager.
• Develop and maintain site logistics plan in coordination with the Project Manager.
• Manage quality program.
• Coordinate site testing and inspection reports.
• Monitor costs, including labor time and material.
• Manage self‑perform features of work.
• Manage the CPM schedule and look‑ahead schedules.
• Development/coordinate/execute Safety, Hazcom, SWPPP, QA/QC plan, etc.
• Attend and lead portions of, if not all of, project meetings, including but not limited to pre‑construction, pre‑installation, subcontractor, owner, and safety in coordination with the Project Manager.
• Create daily reports and report quantities.
• Assist with the Preconstruction/Estimating phase of the project.
• Mobilize the site and set up utilities.
• Assure necessary permits are secured, and inspections occur.
• Review and verify RFIs.
• Review and approve submittals for processing.
• Responsible for conducting themselves in accordance with our Guiding Principles and exhibiting attributes matching the Way We Work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Skills & Abilities Guidelines

• Dedicated commitment to a culture of safety.
• Exhibits personality traits common to The Way We Work.
• Exhibits a strong understanding of the industry.
• Exhibits a thorough understanding of QA/QC.
• Exhibits a thorough understanding of MEP systems.
• Exhibits the ability to read and develop a project schedule.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Functions effectively as a member of a team.
• Exhibits outstanding leadership skills.
• Exhibits the right balance between calm and stable leadership and aggressiveness and drive.
• Strong and proactive decision‑making/problem‑solving skills.
• Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to review and understand submittals and shop drawings.
• Proficiency in writing and processing RFIs, document revisions, and recognizing changes of scope and need for pricing.
• Able to effectively lead teams through projects of high complexity.
• Exhibits the ability to manage a team with two or more assistant/area superintendents.
• Exhibits the ability to manage multiple projects with separate teams.
• A Senior Superintendent can lead teams with varying levels of experience while developing team members through training and mentoring.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree – Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent. May substitute required education degree with related experience on a one‑to‑one basis.
• 15+ years of industry experience.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in excess of $100 million.
• Ideal candidate has project experience in Aviation, Mission Critical, and/or Higher Education sectors.

Working Conditions and Physical Efforts

• Must be adaptable to all types of weather conditions and traverse and inspect all areas of a construction job site, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
• Ability to physically stand, bend, sit for long periods, and squat throughout the day.
• Ability to repeat the same movements.
• Ability to communicate effectively to participate fully in meetings, video conferences, and phone calls.
• Ability to compose, send, and reply to emails and written correspondence.
• Must be able to lift, pull, or move up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Travel may be required occasionally, primarily in the metropolitan area but sometimes domestically (must have a valid Driver’s License).
• Exposure to characteristic construction site hazards.

Benefits

We offer large company benefits and professional development opportunities with the care and concern of a family‑owned business.

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• A positive, friendly, and team‑oriented workplace with caring leadership.
• Professional development and leadership programs.
• To work on exciting projects for your community.
• Security and stability working for a financially strong company.
• More opportunities to grow your career through our multiple U.S. office locations and affiliated companies.