Senior Superintendent – Commercial Construction – Austin TX
Upgrade Resources, Austin, TX, United States
Senior Superintendent – Commercial Construction – Austin TX
Job Title:
Senior Superintendent – Commercial Construction – Austin TX
Location:
Austin, TX (On-site) Employment Type:
Full-Time Compensation:
$120,000 - $175,000 Annually (Based on experience)
Company Introduction This opportunity is with a nationally recognized construction firm specializing in large, complex commercial and healthcare projects. The company is known for its strong safety culture, technical expertise, and ability to execute high-visibility work across the country.
As an employee-owned organization, the firm offers long-term stability, a collaborative team environment, and meaningful opportunities for career growth and leadership advancement. Project teams are empowered to take ownership of outcomes while being supported by strong internal resources, systems, and leadership.
Role Overview The Senior Superintendent provides overall field leadership and management for large, complex commercial construction projects valued at $200M+. This role is responsible for safety, quality, schedule, and field operations from groundbreaking through project closeout, working in close partnership with the Project Manager to deliver projects on time and within budget.
This is a GC-side field leadership role. Candidates must come from general contractor environments with direct ownership of field operations on large commercial projects. Owner's rep, civil, and non-GC backgrounds will not be considered.
Core Responsibilities
Lead and model a strong safety culture across the project site; investigate incidents and retrain staff as needed
Manage and oversee subcontractors, suppliers, and company staff including safety, quality, and EEOC compliance
Develop and implement work plans for subcontractors and self-performed work
Coordinate and manage the care, custody, and control of the project site
Lead daily standup meetings, weekly trade meetings, and participate in OAC meetings
Create, manage, and update the project schedule in conjunction with the Project Manager
Track and monitor project budget and costs using project management cost reports
Communicate key project information to owners, design teams, governing authorities, subcontractors, and suppliers
Maintain project documentation including drawings, logs, diaries, and inspection notebooks
Evaluate progress on self-perform work and make adjustments as needed
Manage material and equipment needs for the project
Support procurement and approval processes for materials and other costs
Manage timecard approval to ensure accurate hours and proper cost coding
Ensure quality compliance through specifications, QA/QC standards, and outside resources
Support project closeout by supervising pre-punch activities and coordinating with owner, architect, and governing authorities
Partner with project management to identify schedule and cost impacts associated with project changes
Participate in subcontractor and vendor buyout meetings
Understand and apply terms and conditions of owner and subcontractor contracts
Required Background
Currently or recently employed at a General Contractor (GC); owner's rep, civil, and non-GC backgrounds will not be considered
$200M+ single project experience required; project values must be listed on resume
15+ years of experience as a Senior Superintendent on large commercial projects
Experience building hospitals, ground-up or renovation (preferred)
Large healthcare project experience (preferred)
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available
Proven ability to lead field teams and manage subcontractors on complex commercial projects
Strong understanding of construction means and methods, scheduling, and field operations
Strong communication skills with ability to interface with owners, design teams, and subcontractors
Ability to work non-traditional hours as project demands require
Competitive salary based on experience.
Car allowance provided for project-related travel.
Relocation Assistance.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company contributions
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Life and disability insurance
Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave
Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
Long-term growth potential within a respected, employee-owned organization.
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Senior Superintendent – Commercial Construction – Austin TX
Location:
Austin, TX (On-site) Employment Type:
Full-Time Compensation:
$120,000 - $175,000 Annually (Based on experience)
Company Introduction This opportunity is with a nationally recognized construction firm specializing in large, complex commercial and healthcare projects. The company is known for its strong safety culture, technical expertise, and ability to execute high-visibility work across the country.
As an employee-owned organization, the firm offers long-term stability, a collaborative team environment, and meaningful opportunities for career growth and leadership advancement. Project teams are empowered to take ownership of outcomes while being supported by strong internal resources, systems, and leadership.
Role Overview The Senior Superintendent provides overall field leadership and management for large, complex commercial construction projects valued at $200M+. This role is responsible for safety, quality, schedule, and field operations from groundbreaking through project closeout, working in close partnership with the Project Manager to deliver projects on time and within budget.
This is a GC-side field leadership role. Candidates must come from general contractor environments with direct ownership of field operations on large commercial projects. Owner's rep, civil, and non-GC backgrounds will not be considered.
Core Responsibilities
Lead and model a strong safety culture across the project site; investigate incidents and retrain staff as needed
Manage and oversee subcontractors, suppliers, and company staff including safety, quality, and EEOC compliance
Develop and implement work plans for subcontractors and self-performed work
Coordinate and manage the care, custody, and control of the project site
Lead daily standup meetings, weekly trade meetings, and participate in OAC meetings
Create, manage, and update the project schedule in conjunction with the Project Manager
Track and monitor project budget and costs using project management cost reports
Communicate key project information to owners, design teams, governing authorities, subcontractors, and suppliers
Maintain project documentation including drawings, logs, diaries, and inspection notebooks
Evaluate progress on self-perform work and make adjustments as needed
Manage material and equipment needs for the project
Support procurement and approval processes for materials and other costs
Manage timecard approval to ensure accurate hours and proper cost coding
Ensure quality compliance through specifications, QA/QC standards, and outside resources
Support project closeout by supervising pre-punch activities and coordinating with owner, architect, and governing authorities
Partner with project management to identify schedule and cost impacts associated with project changes
Participate in subcontractor and vendor buyout meetings
Understand and apply terms and conditions of owner and subcontractor contracts
Required Background
Currently or recently employed at a General Contractor (GC); owner's rep, civil, and non-GC backgrounds will not be considered
$200M+ single project experience required; project values must be listed on resume
15+ years of experience as a Senior Superintendent on large commercial projects
Experience building hospitals, ground-up or renovation (preferred)
Large healthcare project experience (preferred)
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available
Proven ability to lead field teams and manage subcontractors on complex commercial projects
Strong understanding of construction means and methods, scheduling, and field operations
Strong communication skills with ability to interface with owners, design teams, and subcontractors
Ability to work non-traditional hours as project demands require
Competitive salary based on experience.
Car allowance provided for project-related travel.
Relocation Assistance.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company contributions
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Life and disability insurance
Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave
Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
Long-term growth potential within a respected, employee-owned organization.
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