Superintendent

David E. Looper & Company; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives

Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k)

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative, team-driven work environment

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Charleston, SC is seeking a Superintendent II to manage field operations and coordinate subcontractors while maintaining quality and safety. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of leadership experience in construction and a strong understanding of construction methods. This role includes competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth in a team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of superintendent or field leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and methods.
• Competence in digital reporting tools and field management apps.
• Competence in digital reporting tools and field management apps.
• Ability to travel as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day field operations for assigned scopes.
• Coordinate subcontractors, deliveries, inspections, and sequencing.
• Conduct routine quality checks and enforce job site safety.
• Lead daily huddles and assist in weekly subcontractor meetings.
• Perform daily reporting and help update the project schedule.
• Conduct routine quality checks and corrective actions.
• Enforce all job site safety policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance to Superintendent I.

Skills

Superintendent leadership

Construction sequencing

Reading construction documents

Digital reporting tools

Ability to travel

Tools

Field management software

Job description

About David E. Looper & Company (DELCO)

Since 1993, David E. Looper & Company has built a reputation for delivering exceptional value, completing projects on time and within budget, and building lasting relationships grounded in integrity and quality craftsmanship. Our people are the foundation of our success — and we take pride in fostering a culture where teamwork, accountability, and innovation thrive.

Location: Charleston, SC

Position Overview

Superintendent II manages assigned scopes of work independently while also supporting or working under a Senior Superintendent when the project requires it. Depending on project size and complexity, this role may also be working alongside an Assistant Superintendent. The focus is on coordinating trades, maintaining quality and safety, and running portions of the project with minimal oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daytoday field operations for assigned scopes or smaller projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors, deliveries, inspections, and sequencing.
• Review drawings, RFIs, and specifications for accurate field execution.
• Lead daily huddles and assist in weekly subcontractor meetings.
• Perform daily reporting and help update the project schedule.
• Conduct routine quality checks and corrective actions.
• Enforce all job site safety policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance to Superintendent I.
• Engages in minimal, infrequent physical assistance when essential for safety or operation continuity; such tasks are not a primary function of this role.

Qualifications & Experience

• 59 years of superintendent or field leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and methods.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents.
• Competence in digital reporting tools and field management apps.
• Ability to travel as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing small commercial projects independently.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• Ability to create or update lookahead schedules.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and performancebased incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k, etc.)
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• A collaborative, teamdriven work environment

This description reflects the general scope of the position and may evolve based on business needs. Employment is at‑will and does not constitute a contract.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an environment where all individuals are treated with respect and considered based on their qualifications and contributions.