Superintendent – Northern Michigan

Clark College; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Professional development support

Job summary

Clark College is seeking an experienced Superintendent – Commercial Construction to oversee field operations for Northern Michigan projects. You will lead day-to-day site activities, coordinate trade contractors, enforce safety, and ensure quality and schedules are met on time.

The role requires strong construction management experience, with excellent communication skills and a proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field (preferred).
• Proven ability to independently manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and process development skills, with a track record of implementing effective procedures and workflows.
• Solid understanding of construction and engineering operations, with flexibility to adapt to evolving tools and methodologies.
• Proficiency in data automation tools, project management software, and standard business applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, Excel).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to collaborate across diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Subcontractor coordination in the field to ensure work aligns with plans, specs, and schedule requirements.
• Establish field priorities, develop execution strategies, and maintain look-ahead schedules to meet milestones.
• Direct day-to-day site activities, managing subcontractors, vendors, and craft labor effectively.
• Enforce safety standards and company policies, stopping work when necessary to prevent accidents.
• Monitor work for safety, quality plans, and specifications; address deviations promptly.
• Maintain records, including daily reports, quality inspections, change notices, and material logs.
• Review and audit subcontractor pay applications and assess change orders for budget impact.
• Lead or participate in site meetings, sharing progress updates and upcoming work with owners.
• Track delivery, inspect, and ensure proper storage and maintenance of equipment and materials on-site.

Skills

Verbal written communication

Organizational skills

Project management

Data automation tools

Microsoft Office/Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field

Job description

Superintendent – Commercial Construction (Northern Michigan)

We are seeking experienced Superintendents to oversee field operations for commercial construction projects in our Northern Michigan region. In this role, you will work closely with the Project Manager to lead the day-to-day activities on site, coordinating all trade contractors and ensuring work progresses safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of quality.

You will be responsible for executing the project plan in the field from initial mobilization through final closeout while maintaining full compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and project timelines. Your leadership will directly impact project success, client satisfaction, and team performance.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in commercial construction, with a proven record of delivering projects on time and within scope. A deep understanding of construction sequencing, scheduling, and jobsite coordination is essential, along with clear communication and problem-solving skills.

If you take pride in building well-run jobsites and driving projects to completion the right way, we encourage you to apply.

Based in Northern Michigan- ideal candidates may live near Petosky, Traverse City, Charlevoix, Gaylord, Alpena, Cheboygan, or other surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Subcontractor Coordination: Oversee and coordinate subcontractors in the field to ensure work aligns with plans, specs, and schedule requirements.
• Project Planning: Establish field priorities, develop execution strategies, and maintain look-ahead schedules to meet project milestones.
• Supervision: Direct day-to-day site activities, managing subcontractors, vendors, and craft labor effectively.
• Safety Oversight: Enforce safety standards and company policies, stopping work when necessary to prevent accidents.
• Quality & Compliance: Monitor work for compliance with safety protocols, quality plans, and specifications; address deviations promptly.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records, including daily reports, quality inspections, change notices, and material logs.
• Cost Control: Review and audit subcontractor pay applications and assess change order requests for budget and scope impacts.
• Stakeholder Communication: Lead or participate in site meetings, sharing progress updates and upcoming work with owners and stakeholders.
• Material Management: Track delivery, inspect, and ensure proper storage and maintenance of equipment and materials on-site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution (preferred).
• Proven ability to independently manage multiple projects and tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and process development skills, with a track record of implementing effective procedures and workflows.
• Solid understanding of construction and engineering operations, with the flexibility to adapt to evolving tools and methodologies.
• Proficiency in data automation tools, project management software, and standard business applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, Excel, and other data management programs).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and interact effectively at all organizational levels.

Why Work with Us?

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to superior construction management. Our passion lies in delivering high-quality buildings safely and sustainably. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, but not limited to:

• Profit sharing
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Support for ongoing education and professional development