Superintendent

Rockwell Sterling; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockwell Sterling is seeking an experienced Project Superintendent for its Water Division in Southern California. You will lead field operations, develop schedules, manage budgets, and coordinate subcontractors on complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

The role requires 6+ years of construction experience, strong leadership, safety focus, and excellent communication. This full-time position offers growth within a family-oriented company culture in a dynamic Southern California

Qualifications

• 6+ years of construction experience
• Previous experience as a Project Superintendent or similar field leadership position
• Strong understanding of field operations, scheduling, cost control, and subcontractor coordination
• Ability to take ownership of a project and drive field operations forward
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Commitment to safety, quality, schedule, and project performance
• Basic computer skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage overall field operations
• Develop, maintain, and manage project schedules
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, drawings, specifications, and field activities
• Establish project budgets and monitor costs throughout construction
• Identify cost variances and implement solutions to keep projects on track
• Identify project risks and work proactively to mitigate them
• Communicate quality expectations to subcontractors and vendors
• Conduct quality control inspections throughout the project
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA standards, and applicable regulations
• Maintain a clean, safe, and productive jobsite
• Manage personnel and complete daily timekeeping
• Prepare daily reports and project logs
• Work closely with project management and other members of the project team

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Safety focus

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are currently working with a well-established general contractor that is looking to add an experienced Project Superintendent to their Water Division in Southern California.

This is an opportunity to join a growing, family-owned organization with the backing and resources of a larger company, working on complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects while taking ownership of field operations from start to finish.

The Role:

• Lead and manage overall field operations
• Develop, maintain, and manage project schedules
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, drawings, specifications, and field activities
• Establish project budgets and monitor costs throughout construction
• Identify cost variances and implement solutions to keep projects on track
• Identify project risks and work proactively to mitigate them
• Communicate quality expectations to subcontractors and vendors
• Conduct quality control inspections throughout the project
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA standards, and applicable regulations
• Maintain a clean, safe, and productive jobsite
• Manage personnel and complete daily timekeeping
• Prepare daily reports and project logs
• Work closely with project management and other members of the project team

What We’re Looking For

• 6+ years of construction experience
• Previous experience as a Project Superintendent or similar field leadership position
• Strong understanding of field operations, scheduling, cost control, and subcontractor coordination
• Ability to take ownership of a project and drive field operations forward
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Commitment to safety, quality, schedule, and project performance
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Basic computer skills

Location: Southern California

This is a full-time opportunity with a well-established contractor offering the chance to take a leading role on complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects while working within a strong, family-oriented company culture.