Superintendent

Colonial Group; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfour Beatty US in Raleigh, NC seeks a competent Superintendent to lead large-scale commercial construction, coordinating field operations and safety with a focus on schedule adherence and quality. You will manage subs, review plans, and drive preconstruction inputs to ensure project alignment with specifications.

The role requires strong communication, problem-solving, and a disciplined approach to safety, quality, and turnover, supporting Zero Harm culture and project excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of commercial construction field leadership experience.
• Proven ability to lead field operations, safety programs, and schedules.
• Strong coordination of structural, MEP, and architectural trades.

Responsibilities

• Lead field operations, supervise subs, and manage daily site activities.
• Establish site safety plans, conduct hazard analyses, ensure OSHA compliance.
• Develop and maintain project schedules with Project Manager; monitor progress.
• Implement Quality Control programs; ensure contract compliance.
• Review drawings/specifications and provide constructability input.
• Oversee budgets, subcontractor payments, and cost verification.
• Coordinate weekly with subcontractors and project stakeholders.
• Plan site logistics, hoisting, access control, and security.
• Lead progress and safety meetings; maintain daily reports.
• Ensure timely punch lists, commissioning, and project turnover.

Skills

Field leadership

Safety management

Planning & scheduling

Quality control

Preconstruction input

Subcontractor coordination

Site logistics

Communication & reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Primavera P6

Job description

Summary

Balfour Beatty is seeking a Superintendent in Raleigh. The ideal candidate will be a proven field leader with strong communication and coordination skills, responsible for managing large-scale, commercial construction activities.

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 related field.
• Experience managing ground-up, renovation, or adaptive reuse projects.
• Demonstrated success leading diverse subcontractor teams.
• OSHA 30 certification and advanced safety training.