Superintendent - Raleigh, NC

Messer Construction Co.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Messer Construction Co. in Raleigh, NC, is seeking a Superintendent with Commercial Construction experience to oversee field operations and drive projects to successful completion in a safe, high-quality environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating client relations, LEAN scheduling, cost management, and collaboration with stakeholders, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality control. Must bring 5+ years in the field and a relevant degree; company offers growth and stable,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a commercial construction Superintendent or similar.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Proven leadership, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of construction technologies and systems (e.g., AutoDesk Build, Procore, Phoenix).
• Experience with Lean Construction, Flow scheduling, and 3-Phase Control; strong safety policy compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support client, designer, subcontractor and vendor relationships.
• Implement and drive the Zero-Injury Safety program.
• Review drawings, specs, and owner/subcontract terms.
• Deliver built-in quality via three-phase quality control process.
• Develop and maintain worksite logistics and planning.
• Manage project schedule and coordination of construction activities.
• Lead daily Site-Wide Huddles and Plan of the Day meetings.
• Monitor and control project costs.
• Utilize construction management and project management systems.
• Mentor Messer staff and support professional development.
• Assist with interviewing and hiring as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organization

LEAN planning

Scheduling

Safety compliance

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Construction Management degree

Tools

AutoDesk Build

Procore

Phoenix

Lean Construction

Flow scheduling

3-Phase Control

Job description

Description

Messer Construction Co. is an award-winning construction manager and general contractor that provides leadership for complex commercial building projects. An employee-owned company, Messer now stands as one of the nation’s leading healthcare and higher education builders. Messer’s footprint has grown to eleven regional offices located across the Midwest and Southeast: Greenville, South Carolina; Charlotte & Raleigh, North Carolina; Columbus, Cincinnati, & Dayton, Ohio; Louisville and Lexington, Kentucky; Indianapolis, Indiana; and Knoxville & Nashville, Tennessee. Messer employees live where they work, resulting in the company’s sustained commitment to building better communities.

We are currently looking for a Superintendent with Commercial Construction experience to join our team in Raleigh, NC. The primary responsibility of this position is to supervise and coordinate field operations, driving projects to successful completion through a safe work environment, quality construction, effective LEAN planning & scheduling, cost management, collaboration with project stakeholders, and superior client service.

What You Will Do

• Support client, designer, subcontractor & vendor relationships
• Implement & drive our Zero-Injury Safety program.
• Understand drawings, specifications, and terms/conditions of owner contracts and subcontracts.
• Deliver built-in quality using our three-phase quality control process.
• Develop and maintain worksite logistics.
• Drive project schedule including day to day supervision and coordination of construction activities.
• Facilitate daily Site-Wide Huddles and Plan of the Day Meetings
• Proactively monitor & control project costs
• Leverage construction management and project management systems
• Support the professional development and mentoring of Messer staff.
• Support the interviewing and hiring process, as needed.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities, as needed.

What You Will Bring

• 5+ years of experience operating as a commercial construction Superintendent, or in a directly comparable role.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• Demonstrable excellence in leadership, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of contemporary construction technologies and systems (ex. AutoDesk Build, Procore, Phoenix, etc.)
• Proven experience utilizing contemporary construction process and project management systems (ex. Lean Construction, Flow scheduling, 3-Phase Control, etc.)
• Proven experience maintaining compliance with construction safety policies and standards.

Your decisions influence your career at every step: Make yours count with Messer Construction Co. In business since 1932 and employee-owned since 1990, Messer builds projects and careers that leave a lasting impact on our communities. We bring opportunities for collaboration and growth; you bring the determination. Let’s build something great together.

All Messer employees are required to comply with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy as a condition of employment. Messer may condition offers of employment upon taking and passing of a post-offer/pre-employment drug screen.

Messer is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Messer is committed to a diverse workforce.