Superintendent

Talently; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Talently is seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead on-site execution of large commercial construction projects. You will enforce safety programs, manage subcontractors, and maintain schedules while interfacing with owners, design teams, and authorities having jurisdiction.

This hands-on role requires strong communication, organization, and leadership to achieve on-time, within-budget outcomes. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience across commercial, multifamily, or healthcare

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing commercial construction projects above $20 million.
• Experience across commercial, multifamily, mixed-use, office, healthcare, medical, laboratory, retail, hospitality, industrial, or interior construction.
• Proficiency with Procore or similar PM software, Bluebeam, and MS Project or comparable scheduling tools.
• Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License and Boston Builders License.
• OSHA 10, CPR/First Aid, NFPA Hot Work, and NFPA Fire Prevention Program Manager certifications.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, time management, and critical-path planning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Administer and enforce safety programs.
• Identify and correct jobsite safety hazards.
• Develop and maintain NFPA 241 and related safety plans.
• Develop, execute, and maintain project schedules to meet milestones.
• Manage subcontractor performance related to safety, quality, productivity, and schedule.
• Supervise staff and third-party labor; mentor team members.
• Maintain project documentation and reporting.
• Serve as point of contact for owners, design professionals, and authorities.
• Oversee project quality and address constructability issues affecting critical path.
• Collaborate with Project Management to control costs and support financial objectives.

Skills

Construction management

Safety leadership

On-site supervision

Project scheduling

Communication skills

Education

Construction management degree

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

Skills: commercial, hotel, retail, Industrial, multifamily, Senior Living, Healthcare, medical, Lab, office, Affordable Housing, TI, Interior

About the Construction Company / The Opportunity:

Join a fast-growing construction management company with more than 40 years of experience delivering high-quality projects across multifamily residential, senior living, affordable housing, mixed-use, corporate, commercial, retail, hospitality, industrial, medical, laboratory, and office markets. As a Superintendent, you will represent the company on site, leading project execution while fostering a safe, collaborative, and productive environment. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on construction professional who takes pride in sound judgment, strong relationships, and successful project outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Administer and enforce company and project-specific safety programs.
• Identify, assess, and correct jobsite safety hazards proactively.
• Develop and maintain NFPA 241 plans, Emergency Action Plans, Construction Management Plans, and related safety documentation.
• Develop, execute, and maintain project schedules to meet milestones and deadlines.
• Manage subcontractor performance related to safety, quality, productivity, and schedule.
• Supervise company staff and third-party labor resources while directing, motivating, and mentoring team members.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure required reporting is accurate and timely.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for owners, design professionals, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
• Oversee project quality standards and address constructability issues affecting the critical path.
• Collaborate with Project Management to control costs and support project financial objectives.

Must-Have Skills:

• At least 5 years of experience managing commercial construction projects valued above $20 million.
• Experience across commercial, multifamily, mixed-use, office, healthcare, medical, laboratory, retail, hospitality, industrial, or interior construction.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Procore or similar project management software, Bluebeam, and MS Project or comparable scheduling tools.
• Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License and Boston Builders License.
• OSHA 10 certification, CPR/First Aid certification, NFPA Hot Work Certificate, and NFPA Fire Prevention Program Manager Certification.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, time management, and critical-path planning abilities.
• Ability to work autonomously while maintaining effective communication with internal teams and external partners.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, facilities management, engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with modeling software and advanced construction technology.
• Passive House Certification.
• Experience overseeing multiple smaller projects simultaneously.
• Background managing senior living, affordable housing, healthcare, medical, laboratory, hospitality, or tenant improvement projects.
• Demonstrated ability to develop teams and foster a safe, productive, and collaborative jobsite culture.