Location: Arlington VA (100% On-Site Washington DC Metro Area)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Commercial Construction / General Contracting
Client: Top-Tier General Contractor
Travel: Local only (must be within daily commuting distance)
Salary:$110000 annually
A leading general contractor is seeking an experienced Superintendent to oversee on-site field operations for large-scale commercial construction projects in the Washington DC Metro area. This role is responsible for jobsite safety quality control schedule execution and day-to-day leadership from project mobilization through close-out.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on field leader with strong subcontractor management experience and a proven track record delivering complex commercial construction projects.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage daily on-site field operations for assigned commercial construction projects
Oversee subcontracted and self-performed work to ensure compliance with project quality standards and schedules
Enforce a strong jobsite safety culture in compliance with OSHA and company policies
Conduct regular safety inspections audits and corrective actions
Plan and coordinate jobsite logistics sequencing manpower materials and equipment
Develop maintain and communicate project schedules and critical milestones
Ensure workmanship meets contract documents drawings and specifications
Manage mentor and develop field staff foremen and subcontractor teams
Build and maintain effective working relationships with owners consultants inspectors and trade partners
Administer and understand owner contracts subcontracts and vendor agreements
Monitor KPIs general conditions staffing plans and field-related project costs
Lead punch list completion commissioning support and project close-out activities
Proactively resolve jobsite challenges through strong problem-solving and decision-making
Bachelor s or Master s degree in Construction Management Engineering Architecture or a related field
OR
Equivalent combination of education and relevant commercial construction experience
5 7 years of experience as a Superintendent on commercial construction projects
Proven experience delivering large-scale commercial projects
2 years of experience leading and managing field teams
Strong background in field operations scheduling and subcontractor coordination
Experience with one or more of the following project types preferred:
High-rise residential
Mixed-use developments
Hospitality
Student housing
Higher education facilities
In-depth knowledge of construction means methods and sequencing
Strong scheduling coordination and field execution skills
Proficiency with:
Procore
Bluebeam
Microsoft Office Suite
Primavera P6
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations building codes and safety standards
OSHA 30-Hour Certification (required or must be eligible to obtain)
Candidates must meet all of the following criteria to be considered:
5 7 years of Superintendent experience in commercial construction
Experience delivering large-scale commercial projects
Proven field operations leadership experience
OSHA 30-Hour Certification (completed or eligible)
Procore experience
Ability to work 100% on-site
Reside within daily commuting distance of the Washington DC Metro area
Strong safety and quality management background
Experience managing subcontractors and internal field teams