Superintendent – Southeast Michigan

Clark College; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Generous paid time off

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision, life, and ...

Support for ongoing education

Job summary

Clark College seeks an experienced Superintendent for commercial construction in Southeast Michigan. On-site role partnering with Project Manager to lead field operations, coordinate trade contractors, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

You will mobilize through closeout, maintain documentation, and communicate with owners and stakeholders. Ideal candidate has proven ability to manage multiple projects, strong scheduling and on-site coordination skills, and excellent written and

Qualifications

• Experience independently managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to develop efficient workflows.
• Solid understanding of construction and engineering operations and evolving tools.
• Proficiency with data automation tools, project management software, and MS Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication across diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee field operations and coordinate subs to align with plans, specs, and schedule.
• Establish field priorities, develop execution strategies, and maintain look-ahead schedules.
• Direct day-to-day site activities, managing subcontractors, vendors, and craft labor.
• Enforce safety standards and company policies, stopping work when necessary to prevent accidents.
• Monitor work for safety compliance and quality, addressing deviations promptly.
• Maintain accurate records, including daily reports, quality inspections, change notices, and material logs.
• Review and audit subcontractor pay applications and assess change order requests for budget impact.
• Lead or participate in site meetings, sharing progress with owners and stakeholders.
• Track delivery, inspect, and ensure proper storage and maintenance of equipment and materials on-site.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Site coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management/engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Project management software

Data automation tools

Job description

Superintendent - Commercial Construction (Southeast Michigan)

We are seeking experienced Superintendents to oversee field operations for commercial construction projects in our Southeast 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.

Serving clients across Southeast Michigan - ideal candidates may live near Auburn Hills, Ann Arbor, Detroit, Ann Arbor, Troy, Novi, Sterling Heights 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