Superintendent

Job Title: Construction Superintendent

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Construction Superintendent to join our dynamic traveling department, initially focusing on a student housing and dining hall project. This role involves overseeing site operations, ensuring safety standards, coordinating projects, and maintaining quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Present daily to set expectations, assign responsibilities, and uphold commitments.
• Review design documents for constructability, phasing, protection, logistics, and field issues; recommend efficient construction methods.
• Define and enforce standards for safety, quality, housekeeping, and conduct.
• Develop site-specific safety plans addressing unique hazards.
• Conduct safety orientations for all site entrants; emphasize safety over speed.
• Lead regular safety discussions with contractors; address violations promptly.
• Investigate incidents and enforce disciplinary actions when necessary.
• Manage site logistics: traffic, equipment, staging.
• Collaborate with PM, client, and contractors to plan and execute work per schedule.
• Facilitate progress meetings and ensure timely initiation and completion of trade work.
• Guide interpretation of construction documents; ensure compliance with specs.
• Set quality expectations through pre-installation meetings.
• Coordinate permitting and inspections; maintain punch lists and verify completion.
• Approve timesheets and requisitions for emergency purchases.
• Submit daily reports covering progress, weather, safety, and challenges.
• Monitor project status vs. goals; adjust strategy as needed.
• Resolve disputes by aligning solutions with contract terms.
• Complete trade contractor evaluations and required training.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Minimum five (5) years of commercial construction experience in a leadership role as a Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent.
• Experience with large projects, especially those valued at $5 million or more.
• Proficiency in safety management with an OSHA 30 certification.
• Proficiency in Procore and construction scheduling.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Knowledge of job cost accounting and ability to analyze financial reports.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to manage and plan work activities effectively.
• Strong focus on safety and promoting a safe culture across teams and contractors.
• Familiar with site requirements, tools, methods, and materials across trade divisions.
• Clear and fast written and verbal communication with diverse audiences.
• Advanced skills in construction scheduling, cost control, and supervising large trade groups.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Builds strong relationships with owners, architects, and contractors.
• Effective leadership and conflict resolution skills within project teams.
• Committed to team-based planning and collaborative problem-solving.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Project, Procore, and basic BIM tools.
  
  

Work Environment

This role is open to local or traveling candidates. Each superintendent will oversee approximately $1 million worth of work per month. The position typically involves a day shift from 7 AM to 4 PM, with occasional Saturdays. You will oversee a team of 35 contractors on a project with a total value of $500 million. The company fosters a culture of ownership and collaboration, being an ESOP company where everyone thinks like an owner.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Detroit,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2025.

About Actalent

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