Superintendent II

Embark Recruiting Solutions; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A top construction firm in Cincinnati, OH, is seeking a Superintendent II to lead field operations and ensure successful project completion. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in field supervision and possess a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management. Responsibilities include project planning, managing subcontractors, and ensuring safety on-site. The role emphasizes leadership and customer satisfaction, suitable for professionals with strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a field supervision role.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.
• Can present well in a client interview.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule projects, including short interval schedules.
• Control job progress by managing subcontractors and solving problems.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by recognizing and meeting all client's needs.

Skills

Field supervision experience

Construction process knowledge

Relationship building

Self-motivated

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Job description

Our client, a commercial construction firm located in Cincinnati OH, has an immediate need for a Superintendent II. This is a full-time direct hire position.

Position Summary

In this role you will be responsible for the overall direction of field operations, completion schedules, and labor budget outcome of the construction project, including any specialty department work. Safety is a core value, and our Superintendents are expected to promote and exemplify safe work practices. The Superintendent II effectively directs and supervises all field team members and subcontractors on the jobsite to effectively bring the project to a successful and timely completion. Our Superintendents establish a positive and collaborative working relationship with members of the project team (Project Managers, Owners, Architects, and Subcontractors).

Major Responsibilities

Project Management

• Plan and schedule project, including short interval schedules
• Schedule manpower and develop a working budget based on the estimates and project schedule
• Control job progress by managing subcontractors, solving problems and conflicts, using proper documentation, quality control and safety control techniques on the job
• Control project costs by weekly evaluation of labor, material, and equipment costs, adjusting to ensure a fair profit while maximizing customer satisfaction foremost
• Demonstrate superior construction process knowledge
• Direct and drive self‑perform trades when engaged on assigned project
• Ensure customer satisfaction by recognizing and meeting all the client's needs
• Provide leadership through team building communications, proper motivation, confidence, good judgment and listening to others
• Manage, mentor and coach other Supervisors
• Self‑initiate and motivate others
• Ensure that all parties understand the importance of safety to your project and educate those that need it

Business Development

• Sell your company and yourself to the Client, Architect, Engineers, building officials and inspectors. Earn their respect
• Keep your appearance at a level appropriate to your role and the company's quality reputation. How someone sees you is also how they see your company
• Always act in a professional manner

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, preferred
• 7 or more years of experience in a field supervision role
• 5+ completed projects, run independently
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Can present well in a client interview
• Healthcare and/or Higher Ed markets, preferred