Superintendent

Balfour Beatty US; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfour Beatty US in Charlotte seeks a Superintendent to lead day-to-day on-site construction, coordinating subcontractors and ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

You will review drawings, manage budgets, mentor field staff, and uphold Zero Harm safety culture while delivering projects that meet contract specs and client expectations.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of commercial construction field leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of structural, MEP, and architectural coordination.
• Proficiency with construction software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or Primavera P6.

Responsibilities

• Field leadership: manage day-to-day site activities and supervise crews.
• Safety management: lead site safety efforts and ensure OSHA compliance.
• Planning & scheduling: develop and maintain project schedules with PM.
• Quality control: enforce quality and contract specs.
• Preconstruction support: review drawings and budgets for constructability.
• Financial oversight: monitor budgets and approve subcontractor payments.
• Subcontractor coordination: run weekly coordination meetings.
• Site logistics: plan hoisting, access, and security.
• Communication & reporting: run progress and safety meetings and issue daily reports.
• Closeout & turnover: complete punch lists and finalize project docs.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Conflict resolution

Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Primavera P6

Job description

Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.

Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).

Our Benefits

Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive compensation and benefit package:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus
• And more!

Summary

Balfour Beatty is seeking a Superintendent to join our team in Charlotte . The ideal candidate will be a proven field leader with strong communication and coordination skills, responsible for managing all day-to-day construction activities on-site.

The Superintendent leads subcontractors, enforces safety and quality standards, maintains the project schedule, and ensures all work is performed in accordance with plans, specifications, and company policies. This role plays a critical part in achieving project goals through proactive planning, problem-solving, and collaboration, while upholding Balfour Beatty’s Zero Harm® safety culture and commitment to excellence.

Essential Functions

• Field Leadership: Manage all field operations and daily site activities; supervise subcontractors, foremen , and field staff to ensure safe, efficient, and quality-driven performance.
• Safety Management: Establish and lead the site safety team; develop project-specific safety plans, conduct hazard analyses, and ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.
• Planning & Scheduling: Develop and maintain project schedules in collaboration with the Project Manager; lead pull planning sessions, identify milestones, and track progress against critical path.
• Quality Control: Implement and oversee the project’s Quality Control program; ensure materials, workmanship, and testing comply with contract specifications and standards.
• Preconstruction Support: Review drawings, specifications, and budgets for constructability; provide input to estimating teams and preconstruction schedules.
• Financial Oversight: Monitor labor, equipment, and general conditions budgets; approve subcontractor payment applications and verify cost accuracy.
• Subcontractor Coordination: Lead weekly coordination meetings, ensure accountability for schedules and performance, and oversee subcontractor orientations and compliance.
• Site Logistics: Develop and maintain site logistics and temporary facilities plans, including hoisting, access control, and site security.
• Communication & Reporting: Conduct progress and safety meetings, maintain daily reports, and provide clear communication to all project stakeholders.
• Closeout & Turnover: Ensure timely completion of punch lists, commissioning activities, and project documentation; manage site demobilization and final inspections.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 8+ years of commercial construction field leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of structural, MEP, and architectural coordination.
• Proven ability to manage site operations, safety, and schedules.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Proficiency with construction software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or Primavera P6.

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management , Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience managing ground-up, renovation, or adaptive reuse projects.
• Demonstrated success leading diverse subcontractor teams.
• OSHA 30 certification and advanced safety training.

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.