Superintendent (Design Build)

Jobot; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance

Benefits

Performance incentives

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead on-site activities for design-build commercial projects in the Des Moines area. You will manage field operations, subcontractors, schedules, safety, and quality control from groundbreaking to closeout.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of commercial superintendent experience, proven ground-up or large renovation delivery, and proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, or MS Project. OSHA 30 preferred; degree in CM or Engineering a plus.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial construction superintendent experience.
• Ground-up and large-scale renovation delivery experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specs, and contracts.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site construction activities from groundbreaking to completion.
• Manage field operations, subcontractors, scheduling, safety and quality.
• Collaborate with PMs, design teams, and owners throughout design-build.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules to hit milestones.
• Document progress with daily reports and logs; ensure safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Scheduling

Team coordination

Safety compliance

Procore

Reading drawings

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Job description

Established, Mid-Sized, Growing General Contractor Seeks Experienced Superintendent to Run High Profile Projects

Salary: $110,000 - $140,000 per year

About us

Our client is a respected commercial general contractor and construction management firm with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality projects across a variety of sectors including multifamily, healthcare, education, office, hospitality, industrial, and commercial interiors. Founded in the late 1980s, this company has built its success through a relationship-driven approach centered around collaboration, accountability, innovation, and exceptional client service. The organization is known for its expertise in renovations, occupied remodels, tenant improvements, and complex design-build projects throughout the Midwest.

Why join us

• Join a highly respected and relationship-focused commercial construction organization with a strong pipeline of design-build work
• Work on challenging and impactful projects across multiple commercial market sectors
• Be part of a collaborative culture that values communication, teamwork, and problem-solving
• Opportunity to work closely with preconstruction, design, and operations teams throughout the entire project lifecycle
• Strong leadership team committed to employee growth, mentorship, and long-term career development
• Competitive compensation package, vehicle allowance, benefits, and performance incentives
• Work for a company that prioritizes safety, quality, innovation, and client satisfaction
• Gain exposure to technically complex and fast-paced projects where your leadership directly impacts project success

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site construction activities for design-build commercial construction projects from groundbreaking through project completion
• Manage daily field operations including subcontractor coordination, scheduling, logistics, quality control, and site safety
• Collaborate closely with project managers, preconstruction teams, architects, engineers, and owners throughout the design-build process
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules to ensure milestones and deadlines are achieved
• Proactively identify and resolve field issues, design conflicts, and constructability challenges
• Conduct regular site meetings with subcontractors, ownership teams, and project stakeholders
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with project plans, specifications, safety standards, and company quality expectations
• Coordinate inspections, testing, commissioning, and project closeout activities
• Maintain accurate project documentation including daily reports, progress updates, and field logs
• Monitor manpower, productivity, equipment usage, and subcontractor performance
• Foster a positive jobsite culture built on safety, accountability, teamwork, and communication
• Support and mentor assistant superintendents and field personnel as needed

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial construction superintendent experience, preferably within design-build project delivery environments
• Proven experience leading ground-up and/or large-scale renovation commercial projects
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, scheduling, building systems, and field coordination
• Experience working on projects within multifamily, healthcare, education, industrial, office, hospitality, or mixed-use markets preferred
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple subcontractors and maintain project schedules in fast-paced environments
• Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms
• Strong commitment to jobsite safety and quality control
• OSHA 30 certification preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working for a commercial general contractor on negotiated or design-build projects
• Knowledge of lean construction principles and collaborative project delivery methods
• Ability to lead occupied renovation or phased construction projects with minimal disruption to operations
• Experience mentoring junior field staff and developing project teams
• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field is a plus

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Background Check Policy

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.