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Senior Superintendent


Job Location:

Richmond, VA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 150000 - 175000
Posted: 23 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 20 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

SummaryBalfour Beatty is looking for a Senior Superintendent to align with growth opportunities & active pursuits in the Richmond area. Current market opportunities include Aviation State DGS projects and Data Center. The Senior Superintendent has the primary responsibility for all field operations including the coordination of subcontractors work. Responsible for all field activities associated with the project including ultimate responsibility for implementation of Safety/Zero Harm program for the jobsite supervision of all field construction work by subcontractors and self-performed work. Shares responsibility with the project manager for developing the project budget actively participating in the preconstruction phase and ensuring that the project is built on time within budget and according to company policies and procedures. Manages and mentors assistant superintendents and other field FunctionsProject Financial Responsibilities Helps the project manager review and update progress and cost reports schedules and requirements for completion on a regular basis. Actively participates in development and management of projects general conditions construction schedule project planning/phasing and buyout strategy during Services Participates in preconstruction planning when possible regarding the project schedule and budget. Reviews project estimates and cost control system at the beginning of the project. Communicates with subcontractors and employees (along with the project manager) a consistent level of expectations and direction regarding schedules construction methods company policies and procedures permits safety/loss prevention quality control and other performance standards. Ensures all employees have relevant safety/loss prevention training for their position. Participates in making scopes for subcontracts and pre-bid/post-bid Start-up and Scheduling Thoroughly understands project specifications the contract and the contracts general conditions and confirms that all materials and subcontract work comply with contract documents and quality specifications. Explores and advises the project team on appropriate changes in methods materials schedules and procedures. Ensures all materials are properly tested according to specifications and ensures that all test results are properly Administration Operations and Close-out Ensures that project site and company assets are secure. Communicates individual safety roles responsibilities and expectations to our clients Operations staff subcontractors vendors and the public that maintains a safe and respectful working environment at all times. Manages and implements programs for safety Equal Employment Opportunity risk management training and quality control. Manages and documents employee and subcontractor problems or nonperformance (along with the project manager) through mentoring/training disciplinary action termination back charges or other appropriate actions. Reviews and approves all bills for materials and subcontractor requisitions. Confirms that extra charges from subcontractors/suppliers are reasonable and work is correctly executed. Coordinates with project manager for approval on extra charges. Facilitates weekly project progress and safety meetings with all subcontractor representatives and coordinates the upcoming weeks work. Partners with Loss Prevention Professionals assigned to the project site. Attends all progress meetings with the owner/architect representatives. Keeps owners/architects informed of progress throughout the life of the project. Ensures that the project closeout process is finalized to settle all financial obligations demobilize all resources and transition the project to the Customer Relations Builds effective relationships with customers design team subcontractors suppliers and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customers expectations. Makes presentations to proactively seek new business opportunities through Leadership and Employee Development Promotes the Creed. Communicates vision and purpose through Service Talent and Choices. Builds and stretches people and self by providing challenging assignments achievable and motivational development plans and ongoing actionable and candid feedback that help employees achieve career goals. Negotiates skillfully in tough situations with internal and external parties by winning concessions without damaging relationships and being direct and diplomatic. Acts in a manner of integrity that shows support for the company its values and the employees while maintaining constant focus on meeting or exceeding customer requirements and other related duties as neededWorking Conditions The majority of work is completed on job sites in an office trailer or in an existing structure. Due to daily condition changes on construction projects when employees are outside of the office trailer or structure they must wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required by the companys safety policies and as required for weather conditions. The project team and/or team member may need to move to other projected work geographiclocations if Experience and Knowledge B.S. in Construction Management Engineering Business or a related field preferred and 10 years of experience with at least 5 being in Supervisory/Leadership roles. Depending upon the project size scope and complexity the years ofexperience may vary. Includes extensive experience managing trades/ sub-contractors Demonstrated success in leading mentoring and supervising multiple Superintendents on a large commercial construction projects from start to finish. Demonstrated mastery of the skills of field management: including managing site activity labor relations anticipation and resolution of field related issues establishment and enforcement of site schedule requirements managing site safety and managing insurance risks. Excellent interpersonal communication and leadership skills. Share in the companys commitment to Zero Harm knowledgeable of OSHA requirements and current OSHA 30-hour certification. Demonstrates proficiency using a personal computer (PC) and company communication tools such as email internet and Microsoft products (e.g. Word Excel Office Outlook) Primavera (P6) scheduling software and other computer desktop and web based construction software applications. Ability to help lead a proposal effort when pursuing work to include schedule logistics assist in general conditions development. Demonstrates solid presentation skills and verbal/written communication skills. Exhibits commitment to quality by evaluating project-related processes and making necessary changes using customer input to make improvements and meeting or exceeding internal and external customer Rate: $150000-$175000/year*This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and the range may be modified in the future. An employees pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including but not limited to relevant education qualifications certifications experience skills seniority geographic location performance shift travel requirements any collective bargaining agreements and business or organizational needs. No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus incentive or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Companys sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Companys sole discretion consistent with the law and any applicable plan documents.

Required Experience:

Senior IC