Superintendent

Actalent; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP program

Health, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Superintendent II to lead on-site operations for large-scale, ground-up multifamily projects in Hampton, VA. You will supervise field teams, coordinate subcontractors, and manage schedules and budgets to deliver projects safely and on time.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a senior superintendent, hands-on site presence, and adherence to safety standards within an employee-owned ESOP culture.

Qualifications

• Five+ years in construction, with superintendent experience.
• Experience with large-scale ground-up multifamily projects.
• Proficiency in scheduling and cost control for projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee large-scale multifamily ground-up projects with a senior superintendent.
• Provide daily on-site supervision and monitor progress.
• Coordinate subcontractors and trade partners per plans, schedules and safety standards.
• Maintain project documentation: logs, reports, records for scheduling, quality, safety, production, and subcontractor performance.
• Create, review and manage baseline schedules; update as needed.
• Assist with estimating and scheduling to forecast resources and costs.
• Monitor expenditures and support cost control to keep on track financially.
• Lead subcontract solicitation, negotiation and management; ensure clear scopes.

Skills

Ground‑up construction

Multifamily housing

Scheduling & cost control

Subcontracts & vendor management

Plan interpretation & specs

Estimating support

Budget monitoring

AIA/ GMP contracts knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project / Procore

Team leadership & coaching

Tools

Microsoft Project

Procore

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Superintendent IIJob Description

This Superintendent II role focuses on overseeing large-scale, ground-up multifamily housing projects in partnership with a senior superintendent. The position requires strong construction management expertise, hands-on site supervision, and the ability to coordinate subcontractors and field teams to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget. You will play a key role in documentation, scheduling, quality assurance, and trade partner oversight, while contributing to a collaborative and employee-focused culture that rewards tenure with ownership through an ESOP program.

Responsibilities

• Work in close collaboration with a senior superintendent on large-scale, ground-up multifamily housing projects to ensure all construction activities run smoothly and efficiently.

• Provide daily site supervision, maintaining a visible presence on the jobsite to monitor progress, address issues, and support field teams.

• Coordinate and manage subcontractors and trade partners, ensuring that work is performed according to plans, specifications, schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements.

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including logs, reports, and records related to scheduling, quality, safety, production, and subcontractor performance.

• Create, review, and manage baseline project schedules using logic and constraints, and update schedules as needed to reflect current project status.

• Support and participate in estimating and scheduling activities to help plan and forecast project resources, timelines, and costs.

• Assist with budget and cost control by monitoring expenditures, identifying variances, and working with project teams to keep the project on track financially.

• Contribute to solicitation, negotiation, award, and management of subcontracts, ensuring clear scopes of work and effective ongoing communication.

• Oversee field supervision activities, including assigning tasks, monitoring work quality, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols and project plans.

• Prepare and support financial reporting related to project performance, using tools such as Microsoft Excel to track and communicate key metrics.

• Use project management and construction software, including Microsoft Project and Procore, to manage schedules, documentation, and communication.

• Interpret and implement plans, specifications, and other contract documents, ensuring that construction activities align with design intent and contractual requirements.

• Apply working knowledge of AIA contract documents and cost-plus GMP contracts in daily project management and decision-making.

• Lead, coach, and train team members in construction best practices, safety, quality standards, and efficient work processes.

• Communicate clearly and professionally with project stakeholders, including field teams, subcontractors, and internal project staff, both verbally and in writing.

• Promote and enforce normal construction safety procedures on site, fostering a culture of safety and accountability.

• Support project scheduling and supervision efforts to ensure deliverables are met on time and in accordance with project goals.

• Contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment that reflects an employee-owned culture and long‑term commitment to team members.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of five years of construction experience, with the majority of that time spent in a superintendent role.

• Strong background in ground‑up construction, with specific experience in large‑scale multifamily housing projects.

• Hands‑on experience in commercial construction and construction management, including site construction and field supervision.

• Proficiency in project scheduling and construction supervision, with the ability to create baseline schedules using logic and constraints.

• Working knowledge of interpreting and implementing plans, specifications, and other contract documents.

• Experience with estimating and scheduling for construction projects.

• Demonstrated ability in budget and cost control, including monitoring and managing project financials.

• Experience in negotiating and managing subcontracts, including solicitation, award, and ongoing oversight.

• Working knowledge of AIA contract documents and cost‑plus GMP contracts.

• Proficiency in financial reporting and use of Microsoft Excel for tracking and analysis.

• Ability to use Microsoft Project for project scheduling and management.

• Experience using Procore or similar construction project management software.

• Proven ability to lead, coach, and train team members in a construction environment.

• Strong organizational, leadership, analytical, and communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Understanding of normal construction safety procedures and ability to enforce them on site.

• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent safety training experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in multifamily construction projects, including large‑scale housing units.

• background in commercial construction projects beyond multifamily work.

• Prior responsibility for field supervision, including oversight of trade partners and subcontractors.

• Experience with project management tools and systems to support documentation, scheduling, and communication.

• Ability to work conjointly with field teams to ensure deliverables are met in line with project objectives.

• Strong negotiating skills for working with subcontractors and vendors.

• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and professional development in construction management.

• Interest in contributing to and benefiting from an employee‑owned company structure with an ESOP program that rewards tenure with increasing ownership.

Work Environment

This role is fully on‑site at an active construction project, working primarily from a worksite trailer and on the jobsite. Typical hours are approximately 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with the need to be present during core construction activities. The environment involves standard construction conditions, including exposure to outdoor elements, active equipment, and ongoing trade work. Normal construction safety procedures are in place, and adherence to safety protocols and use of appropriate personal protective equipment is expected at all times. The company fosters an employee‑owned culture through an ESOP program, investing back into team members over time so that ownership increases with tenure and majority ownership can be achieved by employees at various levels.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Hampton, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

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.

Our client offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, short & long‑term disability, HSA/FSA, tuition reimbursement, and mileage and expense reimbursement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Hampton, VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hampton,VA.

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.

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