Construction Superintendent
Actalent, Indianapolis, IN, United States
The Construction Superintendent will lead field operations for tenant improvement and small commercial projects across the Indianapolis area. This field-based role (approximately 95% on job sites) focuses on true general contractor-style oversight, including schedule management, safety, sequencing, subcontractor coordination, documentation, and logistics. The superintendent will independently run projects in the $500K–$1M range (and up to approximately $2M depending on experience), with the opportunity to grow into larger and potentially ground‑up work based on performance.
Responsibilities
Independently lead and manage tenant improvement and small commercial construction projects in the field.
Create, maintain, and update project schedules, using AutoDesk scheduling tools and strong knowledge of construction sequencing.
Develop and communicate short-interval look-ahead schedules and upcoming constraints to subcontractors and project managers.
Provide on-site leadership to enforce and promote jobsite safety practices and expectations for all workers and trade partners.
Plan and manage logistics, including material deliveries, site access, short material runs, and trade stacking to avoid conflicts.
Coordinate and manage subcontractors, ensuring accountability, quality, productivity, and timely completion of work.
Resolve on-site conflicts and issues promptly while maintaining professional relationships with trade partners and stakeholders.
Read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings to plan work sequencing and identify potential issues early.
Document field activities digitally, including progress notes, updates, issues, and changes, rather than relying on paper-only methods.
Compose and send professional emails to project managers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to communicate status and needs.
Track and report field progress, constraints, and risks, escalating issues to the project management team as needed to keep projects moving.
Monitor daily site activity, often overseeing up to approximately 10 workers or trade partners on-site during busy phases.
Travel regularly to jobsites in and around the Indianapolis market and periodically to the home office in downtown Indianapolis.
Support continuous improvement in project delivery by proactively identifying problems and proposing practical solutions.
Demonstrate a growth-oriented mindset, taking on increasing responsibility and potentially transitioning into larger or ground‑up projects over time.
Essential Skills
2–5+ years of experience running construction jobs or large scopes with real responsibility for schedule, safety, and subcontractor coordination.
Proven experience in commercial construction, including tenant improvement and small commercial projects.
Strong general contractor-style oversight experience, with the ability to manage multiple trades under an umbrella of field leadership.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings accurately.
Ability to translate plans into a logical, workable construction sequence.
Ability to draft basic project schedules from plans, with strong understanding of sequencing (software experience helpful but sequencing knowledge essential).
Comfort leading and coordinating jobs with approximately 10 trade partners or workers on-site during peak phases.
Proficiency with digital tools to document field activities, send professional emails, and track progress and issues (not limited to pen-and-paper methods).
Strong communication skills, including clear verbal communication and professional written communication.
Effective conflict management skills to handle on-site issues and resolve them promptly.
Solid construction supervision experience, including subcontractor management and coordination.
Organized and detail-oriented approach to tracking logistics, documentation, and daily site activities.
Self-starter mentality with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in the field.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year.
Benefits
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 Indianapolis, IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 2026.
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
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Responsibilities
Independently lead and manage tenant improvement and small commercial construction projects in the field.
Create, maintain, and update project schedules, using AutoDesk scheduling tools and strong knowledge of construction sequencing.
Develop and communicate short-interval look-ahead schedules and upcoming constraints to subcontractors and project managers.
Provide on-site leadership to enforce and promote jobsite safety practices and expectations for all workers and trade partners.
Plan and manage logistics, including material deliveries, site access, short material runs, and trade stacking to avoid conflicts.
Coordinate and manage subcontractors, ensuring accountability, quality, productivity, and timely completion of work.
Resolve on-site conflicts and issues promptly while maintaining professional relationships with trade partners and stakeholders.
Read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings to plan work sequencing and identify potential issues early.
Document field activities digitally, including progress notes, updates, issues, and changes, rather than relying on paper-only methods.
Compose and send professional emails to project managers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to communicate status and needs.
Track and report field progress, constraints, and risks, escalating issues to the project management team as needed to keep projects moving.
Monitor daily site activity, often overseeing up to approximately 10 workers or trade partners on-site during busy phases.
Travel regularly to jobsites in and around the Indianapolis market and periodically to the home office in downtown Indianapolis.
Support continuous improvement in project delivery by proactively identifying problems and proposing practical solutions.
Demonstrate a growth-oriented mindset, taking on increasing responsibility and potentially transitioning into larger or ground‑up projects over time.
Essential Skills
2–5+ years of experience running construction jobs or large scopes with real responsibility for schedule, safety, and subcontractor coordination.
Proven experience in commercial construction, including tenant improvement and small commercial projects.
Strong general contractor-style oversight experience, with the ability to manage multiple trades under an umbrella of field leadership.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings accurately.
Ability to translate plans into a logical, workable construction sequence.
Ability to draft basic project schedules from plans, with strong understanding of sequencing (software experience helpful but sequencing knowledge essential).
Comfort leading and coordinating jobs with approximately 10 trade partners or workers on-site during peak phases.
Proficiency with digital tools to document field activities, send professional emails, and track progress and issues (not limited to pen-and-paper methods).
Strong communication skills, including clear verbal communication and professional written communication.
Effective conflict management skills to handle on-site issues and resolve them promptly.
Solid construction supervision experience, including subcontractor management and coordination.
Organized and detail-oriented approach to tracking logistics, documentation, and daily site activities.
Self-starter mentality with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in the field.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year.
Benefits
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 Indianapolis, IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 2026.
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
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