Superintendent - Charlotte, NC

Messer Construction Co.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Messer Construction Co. in Charlotte, NC seeks an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on complex commercial projects. You will supervise site teams, drive Lean planning, ensure safety, quality, cost control, and client satisfaction.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years as superintendent, construction management education, and proficiency with AutoDesk Build, Procore, and related systems. You will mentor staff and collaborate with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a commercial construction superintendent or similar role.
• Advanced education or certifications in construction management.
• Proven leadership, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of construction technologies and PM systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate field operations on commercial projects.
• Drive Lean planning and scheduling to meet project goals.
• Ensure safety, quality control, and cost management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, designers, and subcontractors.
• Mentor Messer staff and support hiring processes as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Project management

Construction tech

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Certifications in CM

Tools

AutoDesk Build

Procore

Phoenix

Job description

Description

Messer Construction Co. is an award-winning construction manager and general contractor that provides leadership for complex commercial building projects. An employee-owned company, Messer now stands as one of the nation's leading healthcare and higher education builders. Messer's footprint has grown to eleven regional offices located across the Midwest and Southeast: Greenville, South Carolina; Charlotte & Raleigh, North Carolina; Columbus, Cincinnati, & Dayton, Ohio; Louisville and Lexington, Kentucky; Indianapolis, Indiana; and Knoxville & Nashville, Tennessee. Messer employees live where they work, resulting in the company's sustained commitment to building better communities.

Messer Construction Co. is an award-winning construction manager and general contractor that provides leadership for complex commercial building projects. An employee-owned company, Messer now stands as one of the nation's leading healthcare and higher education builders. Messer's footprint has grown to eleven regional offices located across the Midwest and Southeast: Greenville, South Carolina; Charlotte & Raleigh, North Carolina; Columbus, Cincinnati, & Dayton, Ohio; Louisville and Lexington, Kentucky; Indianapolis, Indiana; and Knoxville & Nashville, Tennessee. Messer employees live where they work, resulting in the company's sustained commitment to building better communities.

We are currently looking to add an experienced Superintendent to the team in our Charlotte, NC region. The primary responsibility of this position is to supervise and coordinate field operations, driving projects to successful completion through a safe work environment, quality construction, effective LEAN planning & scheduling, cost management, collaboration with project stakeholders, and superior client service.

What You Will Do

• Support client, designer, subcontractor & vendor relationships
• Implement & drive our Zero-Injury Safety program.
• Understand drawings, specifications, and terms/conditions of owner contracts and subcontracts.
• Deliver built-in quality using our three-phase quality control process.
• Develop and maintain worksite logistics
• Drive project schedule including day to day supervision and coordination of construction activities.
• Facilitate daily Site-Wide Huddles and Plan of the Day Meetings
• Proactively monitor & control project costs
• Leverage construction management and project management systems
• Support the professional development and mentoring of Messer staff.
• Support the interviewing and hiring process, as needed.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed.

What You Will Bring

• 5+ years of experience operating as a commercial construction Superintendent, or in a directly comparable role required.
• Advanced education, training or certifications in construction management disciplines
• Demonstrable excellence in leadership, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of contemporary construction technologies and systems (ex. AutoDesk Build, Procore, Phoenix, etc.)
• Proven experience utilizing contemporary construction processes and project management systems (e.g.. Lean Construction, Flow scheduling, 3-Phase Control, etc.)
• Proven experience maintaining compliance with construction safety policies and standards.
• Experience interviewing and hiring, managing direct reports, and supporting the performance management process.

Messer Construction Co. does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Candidates who need employer immigration sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.

Your decisions influence your career at every step: Make yours count with Messer Construction Co. In business since 1932 and employee-owned since 1990, Messer builds projects and careers that leave a lasting impact on our communities. We bring opportunities for collaboration and growth; you bring the determination. Let's build something great together.

All Messer employees are required to comply with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy as a condition of employment. Messer may condition offers of employment upon taking and passing of a post-offer/pre-employment drug screen.

Messer is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity.