Superintendent II - Commercial Construction

Pepper Construction Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pepper Construction Group, located in Cincinnati, OH, is seeking a dedicated Superintendent II to oversee field operations and ensure project completion on time and within budget. This role requires strong leadership skills, extensive experience in commercial construction, and the ability to cultivate relationships with clients and subcontractors.

An ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management and have a minimum of 7 years of supervisory experience in commercial projects. Safety is prioritized, and the Superintendent is expected to exemplify and promote safe work practices.

Qualifications

• 7 or more years of experience in a field supervision role in commercial construction.
• 5+ completed projects run independently.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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

Project Management

Construction Process Knowledge

Team Building Communication

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Job description

Cincinnati, OH, USA

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 4:00 AM

With offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio, Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm that primarily serves the private sector. Pepper Construction provides clients the experience and resources of a national company, combined with the hands-on approach of a local company.

Position Summary

In the role of Superintendent II 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 at Pepper and our Superintendents are expected to promote and exemplify safe work practices.

The Superintendent II effectively directs and supervises all Pepper Construction 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 Pepper 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 Pepper Construction 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 in commercial construction
• 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
• Ability to confidently present well in a client interview

Pepper Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Please note: Pepper does not sponsor work visas.