Superintendent - Commercial Construction

Barton Malow; Charlottesville (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Barton Malow, Charlottesville, VA, seeks an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on higher education, healthcare, and sports and entertainment projects. You will drive safety, quality, and schedule while coordinating with owners, architects and trade partners to deliver projects on time and within budget.

This on-site leadership role requires 7+ years of field leadership, a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering (or equivalent), strong

Qualifications

• 7+ years of field leadership in commercial construction.
• Experience delivering projects in higher education, healthcare, sports & entertainment, commercial or institutional sectors.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering, or equivalent combination.
• Ability to lead diverse project teams and manage multiple stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of scheduling, site logistics, safety compliance, and quality management.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all on-site construction activities from mobilization through project completion.
• Maintain a safe, productive jobsite environment with safety as the top priority.
• Manage subcontractor performance, sequencing, and daily field operations to meet schedules.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and change management with project teams.
• Assist in developing bid packages, scopes of work, and procurement strategies.
• Create site logistics plans to maximize efficiency and minimize disruptions to facilities.
• Conduct daily planning meetings, site walks, and progress reviews to address challenges.
• Ensure work aligns with contract documents, quality standards, and owner expectations.
• Build strong relationships with clients, architects, consultants, and trade partners.

Skills

Construction leadership

Scheduling

Safety compliance

Quality management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Job description

Location: Charlottesville, VA

Barton Malow is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on some of the region's most impactful projects across higher education, healthcare, and sports & entertainment markets. This role is responsible for driving safety, quality, schedule, and subcontractor performance while serving as the on-site leader for project execution.

As a Superintendent, you'll play a key role in delivering complex facilities that enhance communities, improve patient care, support academic excellence, and create memorable experiences for athletes and fans. You will collaborate closely with project teams, owners, architects, and trade partners to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and at the highest level of quality.

What You'll Do

• Lead and coordinate all on-site construction activities from mobilization through project completion.
• Develop and maintain a safe, productive, and collaborative jobsite environment where safety is the top priority.
• Manage subcontractor performance, sequencing, and daily field operations to maintain project schedules and productivity goals.
• Partner with project management teams to support budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and change management efforts.
• Assist in developing bid packages, scopes of work, and subcontractor procurement strategies.
• Create and implement comprehensive site logistics plans that maximize efficiency while minimizing disruptions to campus, healthcare, or occupied facilities.
• Conduct daily planning meetings, site walks, and progress reviews to proactively identify and resolve project challenges.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with contract documents, quality standards, and owner expectations.
• Build strong relationships with clients, architects, consultants, and trade partners throughout the project lifecycle.

What We're Looking For

• 7+ years of construction field leadership experience supervising commercial construction projects and trade partners.
• Experience delivering projects in one or more of the following markets: higher education, healthcare, sports & entertainment, commercial, or institutional construction.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead diverse project teams and successfully manage multiple stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of scheduling, construction sequencing, site logistics, safety compliance, and quality management.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Proven ability to solve problems, manage conflict professionally, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to Barton Malow's culture of safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Why Barton Malow?

At Barton Malow, you'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that shape communities while being part of a team known for innovation, collaboration, and industry-leading safety performance. From state-of-the-art healthcare facilities and university campuses to premier athletic and entertainment venues, you'll help build projects that leave a lasting impact across Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic region.

Barton Malow is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.