Superintendent

RockBridge Search & Recruitment; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional growth

Challenging projects

Job summary

RockBridge Search & Recruitment seeks a hands-on Construction Superintendent to lead day-to-day field operations in Raleigh, NC. You will drive project schedules, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure safety and quality from startup to completion.

You will mentor field crews, collaborate with engineers, architects, and owners, and uphold OSHA standards while delivering on-time, on-budget projects with strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction Superintendent experience or equivalent field leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction practices, sequencing, scheduling, and job site operations.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple trades.
• Demonstrated commitment to job site safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all day-to-day field operations from project startup through successful completion.
• Develop, maintain, and drive project schedules to keep work moving efficiently and on target.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and field personnel.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, professionally, and according to project plans and specifications.
• Conduct regular job site inspections and maintain exceptional quality standards.
• Identify potential challenges and develop practical solutions.
• Partner with Project Managers, engineers, architects, owners and other stakeholders.
• Mentor field teams and cultivate a positive, accountable culture.
• Conduct safety meetings and ensure OSHA compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Read drawings

Organization

Field safety

Tools

PM software

Scheduling software

Job description

Raleigh, North Carolina | $130,000 to $150,000 + Benefits

Build More Than Projects. Build a Career You’re Proud Of.

Are you a construction leader who thrives when the job site is humming, the schedule is moving, and a complicated project comes together exactly as planned? If you are ready to take the reins of exciting projects and lead talented teams in one of North Carolina’s most dynamic markets, this could be your next big opportunity.

We are seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to join a growing and highly respected construction team in Raleigh, NC. This is an opportunity for a hands-on, solutions-oriented leader who knows how to turn blueprints into finished projects while keeping safety, quality, communication, and schedules firmly on track.

As Superintendent, you will be the heartbeat of the job site. You will coordinate crews, subcontractors, vendors, and project stakeholders while maintaining the momentum needed to deliver exceptional work. No two days will look exactly alike, and that is part of the fun. One moment you may be solving a complex field challenge, and the next you may be celebrating another major project milestone with your team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and manage all day-to-day field operations from project startup through successful completion.
• Develop, maintain, and drive project schedules to keep work moving efficiently and on target.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and field personnel.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, professionally, and according to project plans and specifications.
• Conduct regular job site inspections and maintain exceptional quality standards.
• Identify potential challenges before they become expensive problems and develop practical solutions.
• Partner closely with Project Managers, engineers, architects, owners, and other key stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor field teams while creating a positive, accountable, and high-performing job site culture.
• Conduct safety meetings and ensure compliance with OSHA requirements and company safety standards.
• Monitor project progress, manpower needs, materials, equipment, and upcoming milestones.
• Maintain clear and consistent project documentation, including daily reports and progress updates.
• Help drive projects to completion while protecting schedules, budgets, quality, and client relationships.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is a confident construction professional who can lead from the field while keeping the big picture in focus. You know how to communicate with everyone from skilled tradespeople to executives, and you understand that the best Superintendents combine technical knowledge with strong leadership.

Preferred qualifications include:

• 5+ years of construction Superintendent experience or equivalent field leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction practices, sequencing, scheduling, and job site operations.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple trades.
• A demonstrated commitment to job site safety and quality.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project documents.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency with construction technology and project management tools is a plus.
• OSHA certifications and additional industry credentials are highly valued.

Why This Opportunity?

This is more than a job site management position. It is an opportunity to join a company that values strong leadership, professional growth, teamwork, and the people who make great projects possible.

You can expect:

• Competitive salary of $130,000 to $150,000
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Exciting and challenging construction projects
• A collaborative team environment
• A company that values leadership, accountability, and innovation
• The opportunity to make a visible impact every day

Ready to Lead the Next Great Project?

If you are a driven Construction Superintendent who enjoys solving problems, building strong teams, and watching a project rise from the ground up, we want to hear from you.

Bring your leadership. Bring your construction expertise. Bring your ability to make things happen.

The Raleigh construction market is growing, and this is your opportunity to grow right along with it.