Superintendent

EarthTones Design Inc; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EarthTones Design Inc. is seeking a Construction Superintendent to lead landscape construction projects, coordinating crews, subcontractors, and materials under the Project Manager's guidance.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to plans, and timely project delivery, with on-site leadership and daily reporting. Travel to job sites is required; a valid driver's license is necessary. Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in landscape construction.
• Experience leading employees.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Irrigation License preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily field operations with the Project Manager; assign tasks and manage crew productivity.
• Provide on-site leadership to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance with plans and specs.
• Act as primary field authority on construction activities.
• Help develop and maintain short- and long-term schedules with the Project Manager.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, and material deliveries to maintain workflow.
• Communicate daily with other trades to resolve conflicts and sequencing issues.
• Enforce company and OSHA safety policies; lead daily jobsite safety meetings and PPE use.
• Document incidents, near misses, and corrective actions promptly.
• Maintain open communication with the Project Manager on progress, delays, and issues.
• Submit daily reports, track quantities installed, and support change orders.

Skills

Landscape construction

Team leadership

Reading plans

Driver's license

Irrigation license

Bilingual

Job description

Job Title: Construction Superintendent

Reports To: Project Manager

Position Overview

The Construction Superintendent plays a critical role in the success of all landscape projects. Superintendents work closely with the Project Manager to plan, implement, and close out the projects assigned to them.

In this role, Superintendents lead teams of Foremen, Laborers, and Subcontractors throughout the life of the project while instilling a sense of quality, safety, and the core values of the company.

The Superintendent serves as the primary field authority for day-to-day construction activities and is responsible for directing field operations while working under the direction and guidance of the Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Works closely with the Project Manager to direct daily field operations, assigns tasks, and manages crew productivity.
• Provides on-site leadership to ensure that work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project plans and specifications.
• Acts as the primary field authority on all construction activities.
• Collaborates with the Project Manager to develop and maintain short- and long-term schedules.
• Coordinates manpower, equipment, and material deliveries to maintain steady workflow and minimize downtime.
• Communicates daily with other trades and subcontractors to resolve conflicts and sequencing issues.
• Enforces all company and OSHA safety policies on-site. Leads daily jobsite safety meetings, ensures use of PPE, and maintains a clean and organized site.
• Reports and documents all incidents, near misses, and corrective actions promptly.
• Maintains open communication with the Project Manager regarding project progress, delays, manpower needs, and potential issues.
• Submits daily reports, verifies field time entries, tracks quantities installed, and assists in documenting changes for potential change orders.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in landscape construction
• Experience leading employees
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans
• Valid Driver’s License
• Irrigation License preferred
• Bilingual preferred

Work Environment:

• This is a shared field/office position.
• Must also be able to travel to job sites.