Superintendent (NWA)

First Star Construction; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance

Fuel card

Per diem and travel expenses covered

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

First Star Construction seeks an on-site Superintendent to manage multifamily construction projects from mobilization through closeout. You will lead field operations, coordinate subcontractors, and drive safety and quality while maintaining schedules and budgets.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate with architects, engineers, and owners. Occasional travel and a competitive salary are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a Superintendent in commercial or multifamily construction
• Experience managing complex projects with safety and quality focus

Responsibilities

• Oversee field operations from mobilization to closeout
• Coordinate subcontractors and site personnel
• Manage procurement and scheduling of deliveries
• Lead progress meetings and communicate with stakeholders
• Enforce OSHA and site safety standards
• Read blueprints, submittals, and RFIs to ensure conformance

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organization

Travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Project

Job description

Manage field operations for multifamily construction projects. This role provides on-site management of projects, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader with strong organizational and communication skills who can manage complex and demanding projects while maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

On‑Site Management

• Oversee all field operations of construction projects from mobilization to closeout.
• Develop and manage site logistics plans to organize access, parking, material storage, staging, safety, and security.
• Coordinate all activities of subcontractors and site personnel.
• Manage procurement of materials and scheduling of deliveries.
• Lead progress meetings and communicate effectively with all stakeholders.
• Work closely with architects, engineers, and owners to resolve issues and maintain project progress.
• Supervise Finish Superintendent while driving production through completion of the project.

Safety and Compliance

• Enforce all OSHA and site‑specific safety regulations.
• Address and rectify unsafe working conditions immediately.
• Conduct weekly safety huddles / toolbox talks and maintain a clean, organized job site.
• Monitor and immediately correct any SWPPP issues, maintain updated reports.
• Gain understanding of the full scope of required inspections, schedule and follow up as needed.

Quality Control

• Conduct rigorous daily walkthroughs to ensure all work meets or exceeds company standards and project specifications.
• Utilize Procore Inspections tool to document quality control checklists.
• Identify, document, and track deficiencies using Procore Punchlist, ensure timely resolution of all action items.

Schedule and Budget

• Maintain updated project construction schedule in alignment with master schedule.
• Provide weekly progress updates to Project Manager.
• Generate and distribute weekly lookaheads to project team.
• Anticipate and mitigate potential delays, implement a recovery schedule when necessary.
• Monitor, document, and report to Project Manager any issues that could negatively impact the project budget (delays, damages, non-conforming work, potential change orders, etc.).

Documentation

• Maintain accurate daily logs, including weather conditions, workforce counts, and progress reports.
• Read and interpret blueprints, submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs to ensure work is in conformance to specifications.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years of experience as a Superintendent in commercial or multifamily construction. Residential and subcontractor experience does not apply.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• Proven ability to manage complex and demanding projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, contracts, scheduling, budgeting, and safety standards.
• Proficient in project management software, Procore and Microsoft Project.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed.
• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience).
• Vehicle allowance and fuel card.
• Per diem and travel expenses covered.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing company.