Superintendent

Trueline; Maine; On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Medical, life, and disability insurance options

401(k) plan with employer match

Job summary

A well-established commercial contractor in Scarborough, Maine is seeking a skilled Construction Superintendent to oversee dynamic projects. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of supervisory experience in commercial construction, manage subcontractors effectively, and ensure safety and quality standards are met. The role includes competitive hourly pay, benefits, and opportunities for contract extensions. A bachelor's degree in construction management is a plus. This position promises steady local work on well-funded projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a superintendent or site supervisor on commercial construction projects.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractors and trades with minimal oversight.
• Familiarity with construction schedules, sequencing, and quality control practices.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction software platforms.
• Clear communication skills and professional presence on-site.

Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site construction activities and ensure safety standards are met.
• Coordinate subcontractors and trades to keep work progressing efficiently.
• Monitor labor needs, forecast schedules, and adjust timelines.
• Monitor labor needs, forecast schedules, and adjust timelines to stay on track
• Enforce safety protocols and job site compliance across all contractors and visitors
• Manage procurement of materials and equipment while controlling costs
• Report project status to senior management and collaborate to solve field challenges

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Time management

MS Office

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction software platforms

Job description

Trueline’s client, a well-established commercial and multi-family general contractor, is seeking a Construction Superintendent to join their team in Scarborough, Maine on a long-term contract. This role offers the opportunity to oversee dynamic, high-profile projects locally, while working with a collaborative and experienced field team.

What You'll Do as the Construction Superintendent:

• Lead all on-site construction activities, ensuring safety, schedule, and quality standards are met
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades, and deliveries to keep work progressing efficiently
• Interpret plans and specs and ensure adherence across phases of construction
• Monitor labor needs, forecast schedules, and adjust timelines to stay on track
• Enforce safety protocols and job site compliance across all contractors and visitors
• Manage procurement of materials and equipment while controlling costs
• Report project status to senior management and collaborate to solve field challenges

Must-Haves as the Construction Superintendent:

• 5+ years of experience as a superintendent or site supervisor on commercial construction projects
• Proven ability to manage subcontractors and trades with minimal oversight
• Familiarity with construction schedules, sequencing, and quality control practices
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction software platforms
• Clear communication skills and professional presence on-site

Nice-to-Haves as the Construction Superintendent:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field
• Experience with ground-up multi-use or industrial developments
• OSHA training and/or safety certifications

Our Client Offers:

• Competitive hourly pay with potential for contract extensions
• Medical, life, and disability insurance options
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Steady, local work on well-funded projects
• Supportive leadership and a respected regional reputation

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.