Superintendent - Ground Up Projects - Columbia, MD

Michael Page; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Profit sharing

401(k) match up to 4%

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

HSA & FSA plans

PTO 15 days + accrual

Job summary

MPI is seeking a Superintendent to lead large-scale multifamily, commercial, and government projects across the Mid-Atlantic region. You will own daily field operations, drive safety, and ensure projects meet schedule and budget goals.

Base salary ranges from $120K to $160K with annual bonuses, ESOP participation, and profit-sharing designed to reward long-term performance. Excellent retention and growth opportunities accompany a stable, employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Superintendent on commercial, multifamily, industrial, or government projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee onsite construction activities from startup to closeout.
• Act as primary onsite contact for owners, clients, and stakeholders.
• Develop and monitor project schedules to meet milestones.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel for efficient execution.
• Enforce safety and quality control policies across sites.
• Assist with documentation, invoicing, and pay apps.
• Mentor field staff and build client relationships.

Skills

Ground up

New construction

Base build

Job description

Join a highly successful employee-owned general contractor as a Superintendent, leading large-scale multifamily, commercial, and government projects ranging from $20M to $120M+. This is an opportunity to take ownership of impactful projects while benefiting from exceptional bonuses, company ownership, and a culture that prioritizes employee success.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established, employee-owned general contractor with over 300 employees and more than $700M in annual revenue. The company specializes in delivering complex multifamily, commercial, industrial, and government construction projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions. The Superintendent plays a critical role in ensuring project success by leading onsite operations, maintaining safety and quality standards, and fostering strong relationships with clients and project partners. This Superintendent position offers the opportunity to work on high-profile projects while building a long-term career with an organization known for its outstanding culture and employee retention.

Description

The Superintendent will oversee daily field operations from project startup through closeout while ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all onsite construction activities throughout the project lifecycle
• Serve as the primary onsite contact for owners, clients, and key stakeholders
• Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules to maximize productivity and maintain milestones
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel to ensure efficient project execution
• Implement and manage project quality control procedures to ensure compliance with contract documents and company standards
• Enforce safety policies and maintain a safe, productive jobsite environment
• Review subcontractor performance and support successful project delivery
• Assist with project documentation, invoicing, and pay application reviews
• Mentor and lead field staff while fostering teamwork and accountability
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, project partners, and local communities
• Represent the company professionally throughout all phases of construction

Profile

• Proven experience as a Superintendent overseeing commercial, multifamily, industrial, or government construction projects
• Strong understanding of construction scheduling, sequencing, and field operations
• Experience managing subcontractors, vendors, and project stakeholders
• Demonstrated commitment to jobsite safety and quality control
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment
• Results-driven with a strong sense of accountability and professionalism
• Experience on projects valued at $20M+ preferred

Job Offer

• Base Salary: $120K-$160k, depending on experience
• Annual bonus opportunity typically ranging from 10%-15%
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with annual company contributions
• Profit-sharing program averaging 7.5%-8% of compensation
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA and FSA plans
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• 15 days PTO to start with additional accrual over time
• 10 sick days annually
• Paid company holidays
• Tuition reimbursement up to 100% based on academic performance
• Company laptop/tablet
• $100 monthly phone allowance
• Mileage reimbursement program
• Exceptional stability with a 95% employee retention rate
• Long-term wealth-building opportunities through employee ownership

Desired Skills and Experience

• ground up
• new construction
• base build

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.