Superintendent (General Contractor)

Jobot; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Program (Project Based)

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Long term disability

Life insurance

401K with company match

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Career growth opportunity

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead ground-up commercial construction projects in Detroit. The role focuses on safety, quality, and timely delivery across education, healthcare, and retail sectors, with collaboration among project managers, subcontractors, and clients.

Applicants should have 5+ years of commercial construction supervision and a proven track record managing complex teams. A strong emphasis on leadership, communication, and scheduling is required, with LEED

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in commercial construction supervision.
• Proven track record of managing complex projects and teams.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, scheduling, and safety regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with LEED practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site construction activities from groundbreaking to closeout.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Maintain a safe work environment and enforce safety protocols.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and field staff.
• Communicate effectively with clients, architects, engineers, and internal teams.
• Solve problems proactively and adapt to changing conditions.

Skills

Leadership

Project scheduling

On-site supervision

Safety compliance

LEED knowledge

Job description

A top Design-Build General Contractor in Detroit, we are seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead ground-up commercial construction projects.

Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us:

Founded in the late 1990's and headquartered in Detroit, we are an employee-owned construction management firm specializing in purpose-driven projects that strengthen communities. With a focus on schools, nonprofits, healthcare, senior living, and commercial developments, we hand-select the best teams for each project, focusing on quality over quantity.

Our approach emphasizes early engagement, strategic planning, and client-first collaboration, ensuring that every project reflects the client’s mission and values. Known for integrity, stewardship, and continuous learning, we have earned a reputation for delivering high-quality results while fostering long-term relationships.

Why join us?

With a focus on quality over quantity work, we have founded our business on building deep relationships with our clients, team members, and subcontractors.

Additional Offerings Include:

• Bonus Program (Project Based)
• Benefits package that includes medical, vision, dental, and vision insurance
• Long term disability and voluntary life insurance
• 401K with company match
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Unmatched career growth opportunity

Job Details

As a Superintendent, you’ll be the on-site leader responsible for managing day-to-day operations, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence. You’ll collaborate closely with project managers, subcontractors, and clients to deliver exceptional results across a variety of sectors including education, healthcare, faith-based, retail, and multi-unit residential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site construction activities from groundbreaking to closeout.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Maintain a safe work environment and enforce safety protocols.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and field staff.
• Communicate effectively with clients, architects, engineers, and internal teams.
• Solve problems proactively and adapt to changing conditions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction supervision.
• Proven track record of managing complex projects and teams.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, scheduling, and safety regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with LEED practices and sustainable building techniques is a plus.

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