Superintendent

Edifice Construction; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Plans

Paid Holidays

401K with Matching

Health plans

Vacation Pay

Sick Pay Bank

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

EDIFICE Construction, a leading Southeast general contractor, seeks a Project Superintendent for Charleston. The role oversees field operations, coordinating subcontractors, materials, and safety to assure project milestones are met, on schedule and within budget.

You will manage daily activities, drive inspections, and maintain strong client and partner relations. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in CM/Engineering and 10+ years of large commercial construction experience, with proficiency in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of commercial construction experience.
• Experience leading large ground-up projects.
• Proficient in reading construction drawings and specs.
• Proficient with Procore, Bluebeam, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain project schedule with trade partners.
• Lead and supervise day-to-day field operations ensuring safety and quality.
• Coordinate inspections and resolve deficiencies to maintain momentum.
• Direct and manage subcontractor performance for quality and schedule.
• Review shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and field documentation with PM team.
• Maintain accountability for schedule, quality, and budget performance.
• Champion safety and enforce OSHA and company standards.
• Build strong relationships with owners, architects, engineers, inspectors, and partners.

Education

Bachelors in CM/Engineering/related

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

With exceptional building experience since 1978, EDIFICE Construction, an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 400 U.S. general contractor, is a leading regional general contractor in the Southeast, with an exceptional history in customer care and a strong employee culture. At EDIFICE, our passion goes beyond construction; we have built our reputation on a basic set of principles: to attend to the needs of our clients, to drive a culture that supports our employees’ well-being, to take care of our business partners, and to give back to the communities in which we serve and live. We currently have a need in our Charleston, office for a Superintendent with large-project experience.

The incumbent will work with a group of talented professionals that support our executive team, business developers, owners’ representatives, and project teams in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The qualified Project Superintendent will be on-site full-time and will be responsible for the day-to-day direct oversight in the field. These activities include coordinating all field activities with respect to all subcontractors, materials, equipment, safety, quality, schedule adherence and inspections.

• Develop, manage, and maintain the project schedule, coordinating daily activities and sequencing work with all trade partners.
• Lead and supervise day-to-day field operations, ensuring each phase of construction is completed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with project milestones.
• Coordinate and prepare for all required inspections, proactively resolving deficiencies to maintain project momentum.
• Direct and manage subcontractor performance, ensuring quality workmanship, productivity, and compliance with contract requirements.
• Review and coordinate shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and field documentation with the project management team to support efficient project execution.
• Maintain accountability for schedule, quality, and budget performance, identifying and resolving field challenges before they impact the project.
• Champion a culture of safety by implementing and enforcing the company safety program, conducting regular site inspections, and ensuring compliance with OSHA and company standards.
• Oversee quality control throughout construction, ensuring all work meets project specifications, contract documents, and client expectations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, engineers, inspectors, and trade partners through proactive communication and collaboration.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and field experience.
• 10+ years of commercial construction experience, including leading large, complex projects valued at $50M+.
• Proven experience managing field operations on large-scale ground-up commercial construction projects.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Experience using construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, scheduling, quality control, and jobsite safety.
• Demonstrated ability to lead field teams, coordinate multiple trade partners, and keep projects on schedule and within quality expectations.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal project teams.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.

Total Rewards Program:

• Bonus Plans
• Generous Vacation Pay
• Personal/Sick Pay Bank
• Paid Holidays
• Traditional 401 & Roth 401K Plans with Matching Program
• Comprehensive, Company Subsidized Health Plans with Pre-Tax Qualifications
• Tiered Dental and Vision Plans
• Company-Paid Life Insurance with Voluntary Buy-Up Coverage
• Company Subsidized Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Pre-Tax Medical & Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Worksite Benefit Plans including Accident, Critical Care, and Hospitalization Coverage
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program Providing Emotional & Work/Life Support, as well as Legal Guidance and Document Center
• Access to Company-Sponsored Entertainment and Travel Discount Site

Edifice, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.