Superintendent

Okland Construction; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

ESOP

401(k) match

Healthcare

Job summary

Okland Construction seeks a commercial construction superintendent to lead complex vertical projects ranging from $30M to $100M. You will oversee schedules, logistics, subcontractor coordination and field execution while upholding safety and quality standards.

Hands-on leadership, strong client relations, and accountability are essential for delivering remarkable experiences for our teams and stakeholders. We value builders who own their work, foster collaboration, and drive project performance.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or 10+ years of related commercial construction experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization and problem-solving skills in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, CPM schedules, and contract documents.

Responsibilities

• Supervise field staff while maintaining productivity, safety, and performance standards across the project.
• Mentor team members and foster a positive jobsite culture built on accountability, collaboration, and ownership.
• Manage timecards, payroll submissions, and compliance with hiring practices.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, including master schedules and 3-week lookaheads.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to maintain project timelines and resolve challenges.
• Identify potential delays and develop recovery plans with the project team.
• Ensure adherence to safety programs and maintain documentation requirements.
• Lead quality checks, commissioning activities, inspections, and jurisdictional approvals.
• Verify subcontractor work aligns with scope, budget, schedule, and quality expectations.
• Support contract compliance, documentation, and resolution of project issues.
• Oversee site mobilization, layout, permits, stormwater requirements, and jobsite logistics.
• Initiate closeout activities early and ensure timely completion of punch lists, inspections, and warranty items.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager on change orders, cash flow, reporting, and project performance.
• Represent Okland professionally with owners, partners, and project stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Reading blueprints

CPM schedules

Contract documents

Safety regulations

Team collaboration

Jobsite operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

ABOUT US

Okland is a commercial general contractor and construction management company with more than 1,300 team members, delivering complex projects across healthcare, semiconductor, higher education, sports, hospitality, and other specialized markets. Founded in 1918 in Salt Lake City, we have grown for more than a century and operate throughout Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.

Description

Okland is a commercial general contractor and construction management company with more than 1,300 team members, delivering complex projects across healthcare, semiconductor, higher education, sports, hospitality, and other specialized markets. Founded in 1918 in Salt Lake City, we have grown for more than a century and operate throughout Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.

What Makes Okland Different?

We Create Remarkable Experiences

We believe how we build is just as important as what we build, and we approach every relationship with care. From clients and trade partners to team members and communities, we focus on creating experiences that earn trust.

We Share Success

Okland combines the stability of family ownership with employee ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. This unique structure provides the long-term perspective and values-driven leadership that have guided our company for generations, while giving team members the opportunity to share the success they help create.

We Build Better Together

Our culture is rooted in accountability, humility, and excellence. We challenge the status quo, empower problem-solving, and trust our teams to take ownership and act. We learn from one another and work toward shared goals to deliver meaningful work with lasting impact. We invest in the next generation of construction talent through apprenticeships, internships, and scholarships for our communities. By expanding access for women, underrepresented groups, and families of our craft workforce who are first-generation college students, we strengthen the future of construction.

About This Opportunity

Okland is looking for a commercial construction superintendent with a proven track record of successfully leading challenging vertical construction projects with complex architectural design elements. In this role, you will oversee projects ranging from $30M-$100M in scope, managing schedules, logistics, subcontractor coordination, and field execution while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.

You’ll thrive in this role if you are a hands-on leader who takes ownership, builds strong relationships with clients and trade partners, and creates a culture of accountability and craftsmanship on the jobsite. We are looking for builders who are passionate about delivering remarkable experiences for their teams, clients, and communities.

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY

Field Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise field staff while maintaining productivity, safety, and performance standards across the project.
• Mentor team members and foster a positive jobsite culture built on accountability, collaboration, and ownership.
• Manage timecards, payroll submissions, and compliance with hiring practices.

Project & Schedule Management

• Develop and maintain project schedules, including master schedules and 3-week lookaheads, to keep milestones on track.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to maintain project timelines and resolve challenges proactively.
• Identify potential delays and collaborate with the project team to develop recovery plans.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to safety programs, procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including drawings, RFIs, submittals, logs, and meeting notes.
• Lead quality checks, commissioning activities, inspections, and jurisdictional approvals.

Subcontractor & Project Execution

• Verify subcontractor work aligns with project scope, budget, schedule, and quality expectations.
• Support contract compliance, documentation, and resolution of project issues.
• Oversee site mobilization, layout, permits, stormwater requirements, and jobsite logistics.

Closeout & Client Partnership

• Initiate closeout activities early and ensure timely completion of punch lists, inspections, and warranty items.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager on change orders, cash flow, reporting, and project performance.
• Represent Okland professionally while building trusted relationships with owners, partners, and project stakeholders.

YOU’RE READY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or 10+ years of related commercial construction experience.
• Proven experience managing complex vertical construction projects with $30M-$100M project scopes.
• Strong knowledge of construction practices, safety regulations, building codes, scheduling, cost control, and risk management.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, CPM schedules, and contract documents.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills in fast-paced environments.
• Experience with construction tools, equipment, and jobsite operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

What We Offer

Culture & Recognition

Consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work in Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.

Pay, Ownership & Retirement

Weekly pay, competitive salary and bonus incentives, ESOP employee ownership, and an industry-leading 401(k) with a 6% employer match.

Benefits & Wellbeing

Free healthcare plan option plus medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, paid parental leave, financial wellness tools, Employee Assistance Program, and mental health support.

Perks & Projects

Rewards including pro sports tickets, fitness memberships, travel vouchers, paid work anniversary sabbaticals, and award-winning projects recognized by AIA, ENR, and AGC.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision. The employee is also required to frequently inspect the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.

EEO STATEMENT

Okland is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on any status protected under federal, state, and local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, Okland also has a strong corporate commitment to inclusion.

VISA & SPONSORSHIP

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B Status, O -1, CPT, OT, etc.). Unless specifically stated in this job posting, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.