Superintendent

Actalent; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

PTO

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Experienced Superintendent with base-build expertise to lead on the construction of a 21,000-square-foot mental health facility in Bowie, MD. You will oversee daily on-site activities, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure safety and quality throughout the project.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years as a commercial superintendent, experience with 1–10 million dollar projects, and strong blueprint-reading skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a commercial superintendent.
• Projects ranging from $1-10 million.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Strong subcontractor management skills.
• OSHA 30 certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage construction activities on site daily.
• Coordinate and manage subcontractors effectively.
• Read and interpret blueprints to guide construction processes.
• Ensure site safety and compliance with OSHA standards.
• Manage interactions with owners and executives to ensure project alignment.
• Document and maintain accurate project records.

Skills

Experience as superintendent

Base-build experience

Subcontractor management

Reading blueprints

OSHA 30 certification

Job description

Job Title: Experienced Superintendent - Base-Build

We are seeking an experienced superintendent with a strong base-build experience to join our project team. This role involves overseeing the construction of a 21,000-square-foot mental health facility, consolidating mental health programs into one comprehensive location.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage construction activities on site daily.
• Coordinate and manage subcontractors effectively.
• Read and interpret blueprints to guide construction processes.
• Ensure site safety and compliance with OSHA standards.
• Manage interactions with owners and executives to ensure project alignment.
• Document and maintain accurate project records.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of experience as a commercial superintendent.
• Experience with projects ranging from $1-10 million.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Strong subcontractor management skills.
• OSHA 30 certification.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in interior retail, office space, and infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in site safety and construction management.
• Strong computer and documentation skills.
• Experience managing larger project teams.

Work Environment

The role involves working on-site in either an office or project trailer. The construction environment requires interaction with both office and field personnel and exposure to various site conditions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bowie, MD.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bowie, MD.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.