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Superintendent
Job Location:
Job Location:
Chattanooga, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
10 August 2026 (7 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
7 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
About EMJ
At EMJ we are more than just General Contractors we are People Serving People. With over 50 years in business and a reputation as a recognized leader in the construction industry we strive to provide unique value and an unmatched client experience by living our core values: Selflessness Trustworthiness and Grit.
Position Summary
Our Chattanooga office is looking for several Superintendents to join our team. Must be willing to travel!
The Superintendent position effectively manages projects in the $10M-$50M range. This role provides management oversight for all phases of the construction project assigned including coordinating workers material and equipment; ensuring that plans and specifications are being followed; work is proceeding on schedule and within budget; and all work is being conducted in a safe and professional manner.
What You Will Be Doing in This Role:
- Communicate with owners and architects regarding project progress and any necessary modifications to plans.
- Conduct onsite meetings with architects engineers owners and other project stakeholders.
- Develop a cost-effective plan and schedule for project completion following a logical sequence to meet scheduled completion dates.
- Track and maintain the construction schedule to ensure completion within the allocated time and budget.
- Regularly review and understand all contract documents (plans specifications testing requirements as- built requirements close-out requirements etc.) and ensure all EMJ team members and subcontractors have the most current documents and shop drawings.
- Oversee conduct and document weekly coordination meetings with subcontractors as necessary.
- Accurately and timely prepare daily reports and field documentation including jobsite photos.
- Set performance expectations for EMJ team members and subcontractors delegate work appropriately and hold team members accountable.
- Issue Field Work Orders and Notices of Non-Conformance as required.
- Conduct First Work Inspections.
- Routinely inspect work in progress to ensure quality standards are being met.
- Schedule log and track testing and inspections.
- Oversee safety regulations and procedures on site.
- Correct any safety violations promptly.
- Lead weekly safety meetings with all subcontractors.
- Ensure the jobsite is maintained in a clean safe and secure condition at all times.
What You Will Need For This Role:
- 515 years of experience supervising all phases of ground-up commercial construction projects ranging from $10M$30M in value.
- High School Diploma GED or equivalent required.
- Required certifications/licenses: OSHA 30-hour minimum First Aid/CPR Certified Competent Person (Fall Protection Scaffolding and Trenching).
- Ability to read and interpret plans specifications and shop drawings.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Goal-oriented with strong execution discipline.
- Ability to identify investigate and quantify onsite issues including resolutions and impacts.
- Willingness and ability to relocate to assigned job sites.
- Ability to work nights and weekends as required.
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. and perform physical fieldwork including stooping bending and standing for extended periods.
- Proficiency with or ability to quickly learn SharePoint Procore and Phoenix Scheduling Software.
EMJ offers competitive pay and benefits a strong work/life balance a best-in-class office environment and a culture that recognizes and rewards entrepreneurial spirit.
EMJ is an EOE and E-Verify employer.
EMJ is an EOE and E-Verify employer.
About Company
EMJ is committed to elevating client experience. We challenge our clients to expect more from their commercial construction experience.
