Superintendent - Marine Construction

Insight Global; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to support a major marine construction project in Seattle, WA. This on-site leadership role will oversee day-to-day field operations for a pier, dock, and bulkhead renovation in a highly regulated federal environment.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in construction, 5+ years as a Superintendent, and strong marine/heavy civil/earthwork backgrounds.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction experience.
• 5+ years of Superintendent experience.
• Marine construction and/or heavy civil/earthwork experience.
• Experience managing projects of similar size, scope, and complexity.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily on-site construction and field operations.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades, deliveries, inspections, and project logistics.
• Ensure construction is completed in accordance with drawings, specifications, schedules, and quality requirements.
• Monitor the project's critical path and proactively address schedule risks.
• Maintain a strong jobsite safety culture and identify and correct construction hazards.
• Monitor construction quality and workmanship.
• Coordinate with project management, subcontractors, owners, and other project stakeholders.
• Support construction sequencing, short-term planning, and site logistics.
• Maintain required field documentation and support inspections and project closeout.

Skills

Construction leadership

Subcontractor coordination

Reading drawings

Safety management

Critical path scheduling

Job description

Location: Seattle, WA

Duration: 18-month contract-to-hire

Pay Rate: $45–$60/hour

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to support a major marine construction project in Seattle, WA. This position will provide on-site leadership for a pier, dock, and bulkhead renovation project within a highly regulated federal construction environment.

The Superintendent will oversee day-to-day field operations and coordinate subcontractors, trades, deliveries, inspections, and construction activities to ensure the project remains safe, on schedule, and aligned with project drawings and specifications.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in marine construction, heavy civil construction, and/or earthwork, along with significant experience leading complex projects as a Superintendent. This individual should be comfortable managing multiple subcontractors, interpreting construction documents and critical path schedules, identifying field hazards, and proactively resolving issues that could impact project milestones.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily on-site construction and field operations.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades, deliveries, inspections, and project logistics.
• Ensure construction is completed in accordance with drawings, specifications, schedules, and quality requirements.
• Monitor the project's critical path and proactively address schedule risks.
• Maintain a strong jobsite safety culture and identify and correct construction hazards.
• Monitor construction quality and workmanship.
• Coordinate with project management, subcontractors, owners, and other project stakeholders.
• Support construction sequencing, short-term planning, and site logistics.
• Maintain required field documentation and support inspections and project closeout.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction experience.
• 5+ years of Superintendent experience.
• Marine construction and/or heavy civil/earthwork experience.
• Experience managing projects of similar size, scope, and complexity.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety and hazard identification.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Ability to understand and manage work against a critical path construction schedule.
• Strong subcontractor coordination and field leadership skills.
• Ability to provide documentation of relevant qualifications and project experience when required.