Superintendent

Actalent; Brookfield (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent seeks an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead on-site operations for commercial, healthcare, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, and clean room projects in Brookfield, CT. You will own project schedules, manage subcontractors, uphold safety and quality, and drive successful delivery from preconstruction through closeout.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years with strong leadership, scheduling, and coordination across multiple trades, with OSHA 30 certification and

Qualifications

• 7+ years as Construction Superintendent on commercial projects.
• Experience with clean room, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, healthcare, or mission-critical projects.
• Ability to read drawings, specs, and project documents.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, field teams, and multiple trades.
• Experience with change orders, RFIs, submittals, and documentation.
• Strong scheduling skills to drive milestones.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead field operations from kickoff through turnover.
• Manage day-to-day site activities, safety, schedule, and quality.
• Develop and drive project schedules; coordinate subs and internal teams.
• Conduct daily site planning meetings; resolve field challenges quickly.
• Oversee quality control, inspections, and punch lists.
• Enforce OSHA standards and site safety policies.
• Lead toolbox talks and safety initiatives.
• Review RFIs, submittals, change orders, and field docs.
• Monitor budgets and assist cost control with PM teams.
• Maintain daily reports and client/consultant/subcontractor communications.
• Coordinate ground-up, renovations, tenant improvements, and highly technical clean room environments.
• Ensure closeout, turnover, and client satisfaction.

Skills

OSHA 30

Leadership

Scheduling

Subcontractor management

QA/Quality control

Safety compliance

Communication

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Job description

Construction Superintendent | Lead Complex Commercial & Clean Room Projects

Are you a Superintendent who thrives on managing technically challenging projects and leading teams to successful outcomes? Join a growing contractor trusted to deliver high-profile clean room, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, healthcare, manufacturing, and commercial construction projects. If you have a passion for field leadership, scheduling, quality, and safety, this is an opportunity to take ownership of projects ranging from $500K to $20M while working alongside an experienced and collaborative team.

Construction Superintendent

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee all on-site operations for commercial, healthcare, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, and clean room construction projects. This individual will serve as the field leader responsible for driving project schedules, managing subcontractors, maintaining safety and quality standards, and ensuring successful project delivery from preconstruction through closeout.

The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who can effectively coordinate multiple stakeholders, solve problems in real time, and keep projects moving forward while maintaining exceptional client relationships.

What You'll Do

• Lead all field operations from project kickoff through final completion and turnover.
• Manage day-to-day site activities, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and according to plans and specifications.
• Develop, maintain, and drive project schedules while coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Conduct daily site planning meetings and proactively resolve field challenges before they impact project timelines.
• Oversee quality control processes, site inspections, and punch list completion.
• Enforce OSHA standards, company safety policies, and site-specific safety requirements.
• Lead toolbox talks, safety meetings, and site compliance initiatives.
• Review and coordinate RFIs, submittals, change orders, and field documentation.
• Monitor project budgets and support cost control efforts alongside project management teams.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, progress updates, and project records.
• Act as the primary field contact for clients, project managers, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Coordinate ground-up construction, renovations, tenant improvements, office fit-outs, and highly technical clean room environments.
• Ensure successful project closeout, turnover, and client satisfaction.

What We're Looking For

• 7+ years of experience as a Construction Superintendent on commercial projects.
• Proven experience leading clean room, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, healthcare, manufacturing, or mission-critical projects.
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction means, methods, sequencing, and best practices.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project documents.
• Experience managing subcontractors, field teams, and multiple trades simultaneously.
• Hands-on experience with change orders, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
• Strong scheduling skills with the ability to drive critical project milestones.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.
• OSHA 30 certification required.
• Experience with Procore, MS Project, and construction management software.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brookfield, CT.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $160000.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brookfield,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

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.