Superintendent – Nashville, TN

Elite Executive Solutions; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Performance bonus

Benefits package

Career advancement

Job summary

Elite Executive Solutions in Nashville, TN seeks an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations for commercial projects. You will coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and onsite activities while maintaining aggressive schedules and delivering quality work.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in field leadership for commercial GC and strong knowledge of drawings, sequencing, and means/methods. A proactive leader with excellent communication is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of field leadership in commercial general contracting.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating complex schedules.
• Proven ability to lead projects from mobilization to final completion.
• Strong knowledge of drawings, specs, sequencing, and means/methods.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field operations for commercial GC projects.
• Manage subcontractors, field personnel, vendors, and onsite activities.
• Develop and maintain short-term and look-ahead schedules.
• Coordinate activities across trades to maintain schedule.
• Review drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with PMs, owners, architects, and subs.
• Lead subcontractor coordination meetings and communicate priorities.
• Monitor progress, quality, safety, and milestones.
• Identify conflicts and develop proactive solutions.
• Manage site logistics, deliveries, inspections, and sequencing.
• Maintain daily reports and project documentation.
• Lead punch-list, inspections, turnover, and closeout.

Skills

Scheduling

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Multi-project management

Job description

Superintendent (General Contractor / Commercial Construction) – Nashville, TN

Elite Executive Solutions is conducting a confidential search for an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations for a growing general contractor in the Nashville, Tennessee market.

This opportunity is ideal for a proven field leader who enjoys managing complex commercial construction projects, coordinating subcontractors, maintaining aggressive schedules, and delivering high-quality projects safely and successfully.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field operations for commercial general construction projects from mobilization through completion.
• Manage subcontractors, field personnel, vendors, and onsite project activities.
• Develop and maintain short-term and look-ahead construction schedules.
• Coordinate daily activities across multiple trades to maintain overall project schedule.
• Review drawings, specifications, schedules, and project requirements.
• Coordinate closely with Project Managers, Project Executives, owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Lead subcontractor coordination meetings and communicate project priorities and expectations.
• Monitor construction progress, productivity, quality, and project milestones.
• Identify potential field conflicts, constructability issues, and schedule impacts and proactively develop solutions.
• Manage site logistics, deliveries, inspections, and sequencing of work.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with plans, specifications, quality standards, and applicable building codes.
• Maintain accurate daily reports and project documentation.
• Lead punch-list, inspections, turnover, and project closeout activities.
• Maintain a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company and project safety requirements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction field leadership experience with a commercial general contractor.
• Previous experience as a Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, or similar field leadership role.
• Strong commercial construction experience across multiple trades.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating complex construction schedules.
• Strong knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, sequencing, and means and methods.
• Proven ability to lead projects from site mobilization through final completion.
• Strong scheduling, planning, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Experience with large-scale commercial, industrial, manufacturing, distribution, or similar projects preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation (DOE)
• Performance bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Long-term career advancement

Why This Opportunity?

Join a growing general contractor with a strong project pipeline and the opportunity to take ownership of challenging commercial construction projects.

This position offers the opportunity to lead field operations, build high-performing project teams, and continue advancing your career with an organization committed to quality construction and long-term growth.