Superintendent - Commercial Construction

Ganem Companies; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected commercial construction firm is seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead on-site activities. The role involves supervising field personnel, ensuring safety, maintaining schedules, and delivering quality projects. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in commercial construction, including tenant improvements and ground-up builds. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential. Apply now and join a dynamic team focused on excellence and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of successful superintendent experience with a commercial builder.
• Strong background in scheduling, field supervision, safety, and quality control.
• Experience in commercial construction including tenant improvements and ground-up construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all field personnel and construction activities.
• Promote and enforce job site safety.
• Maintain consistent communication with senior management.
• Develop and update project schedules.
• Foster positive relationships with stakeholders.
• Oversee site coordination and daily workflow.
• Review and understand project documents.
• Perform daily job walks and monitor workmanship.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with contracts.
• Support project teams with communication and collaboration.
• Maintain organized and safe job sites.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction documents

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project, Outlook)

Strong leadership and communication skills

Problem-solving and schedule management skills

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field preferred

30-hour OSHA certification

Current CPR certification

LEED AP or LEED training preferred

Tools

Procore certification

Job description

Ganem Construction

Superintendent

About Ganem Construction

Ganem Construction is a respected commercial builder known for delivering high‑quality projects with integrity, safety, and professionalism. With a strong record across diverse commercial construction sectors—including ground‑up builds and tenant improvements—we pride ourselves on excellence, teamwork, and client satisfaction.

We are seeking an experienced Superintendent to join our team. This role is critical in leading all on‑site construction activities, maintaining schedule and budget targets, ensuring safety, and upholding Ganem Construction's standards of quality and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all field personnel and construction activities to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to quality specifications.
• Promote and enforce job site safety, conduct regular safety meetings, and ensure compliance with all company safety policies.
• Maintain consistent communication with the Senior Superintendent and Project Manager, identifying issues and delivering proactive solutions.
• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules in coordination with the Project Manager.
• Foster positive relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, inspection agencies, engineers, architects, and clients.
• Oversee field operations including site coordination, material deliveries, inspections, and daily workflow.
• Review and understand project documents including contracts, drawings, specifications, addenda, RFIs, change orders, and permits.
• Perform daily job walks, monitor workmanship, and reduce owner punch lists through strong quality control practices.
• Ensure subcontractors meet all contractual requirements prior to starting work, including safety programs and documentation.
• Support project teams with high‑level communication, leadership, and collaboration from start‑up through close‑out.
• Maintain organized, clean, and safe job sites and field offices.

Minimum Requirements

Skills & Knowledge

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction documents.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project, Outlook).
• Procore certification required.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem‑solving, and schedule management skills.

Education

• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field preferred.
• 30‑hour OSHA certification required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• LEED AP or LEED training preferred.

Experience

• 5+ years of successful superintendent experience with a commercial builder.
• Strong background in scheduling, field supervision, safety, and quality control.
• Experience in commercial construction including tenant improvements, ground‑up construction, and similar project types.

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, kneel, and use hands regularly.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Strong time management, judgment, communication, and decision‑making skills.

Additional Requirements

• Must pass pre‑employment background screening, including employment verification, education, criminal history, and driving record.

Join Our Team

If you are a dedicated construction professional who thrives in the field and takes pride in delivering high‑quality projects, we want to hear from you. Apply today and build your career with Ganem Construction.