Superintendent III- High-Rise Commercial Construction

gpac; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

gpac is recruiting for a Level 3 Superintendent to lead major high-rise projects in Michigan, including Lansing and Grand Rapids. The role requires 12-15+ story MF/MU construction with ground-up experience, and leadership of complex teams.

Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates; the position offers senior responsibilities within a respected commercial construction firm. A strong track record of managing projects, schedules, safety, and quality is essential.

Qualifications

• Lead/main Superintendent on significant high-rise projects.
• 12-15+ story multifamily/multi-unit construction experience.
• Ground-up high-rise experience.
• Ability to independently manage complex projects, trades, subcontractors, schedules, quality, and safety.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead major projects in Michigan from start to finish.
• Mentor and develop younger Superintendents to strengthen the field team.
• Lead with a level-headed, team-oriented approach and ensure project ownership.
• Coordinate with trades, subcontractors, and internal teams to meet schedule and quality goals.
• Demonstrate and document ownership of high-rise projects including size, floors, units, value, and scope.

Skills

High-rise leadership

Trade/subcontractor management

Project scheduling

Safety leadership

Strong communication

Job description

Level 3 Superintendent

Lansing / Grand Rapids, MI | Immediate Need (Relocation Assistance for Relocators)

An established and highly respected commercial construction company is seeking an experienced Level 3 Superintendent to lead major projects in the Michigan market.

NON-NEGOTIABLE REQUIREMENT

12-15+ story high-rise experience is REQUIRED.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Proven experience as the lead/main Superintendent on significant high-rise projects
• 12-15+ story multifamily/multi-unit construction experience
• Ground-up high-rise experience
• Ability to independently manage complex projects, trades, subcontractors, schedules, quality, and safety
• Strong leadership and communication skills

What Makes This Opportunity Different

• Mentor and develop younger Superintendents
• Share knowledge and best practices
• Strengthen the overall field team
• Lead with a level-headed, team-oriented approach
• Take ownership of major projects from start to finish

Ideal Background

• 15-25+ years of construction experience preferred
• 12-20+ story high-rise projects
• Multifamily / multi-unit construction
• Mixed-use or high-rise residential experience strongly valued
• Stable career history with demonstrated progression
• Proven record of personally leading major projects

Project ownership will be carefully evaluated. Candidates should be able to clearly demonstrate which high-rise projects they personally led, including project size, floors, units, value, scope, and responsibilities.

Why Consider It?

• High-profile, complex construction projects
• Opportunity to serve as a senior leader within the Superintendent team
• Strong emphasis on mentorship and career development
• Relocation assistance available
• Flexibility for an exceptional candidate
• Long-term career opportunity with an established organization

This is NOT a generic commercial Superintendent search. Candidates without meaningful 12-15+ story high-rise experience will not be considered.

All inquiries will be handled with the strictest confidentiality.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.