Lead Superintendent

A premier national builder and construction management firm, consistently ranked among the industry’s elite, is looking for an experienced Superintendent to drive field execution on some of the region’s most impactful projects. With more than a century of success and a reputation built on quality, innovation, and integrity, the company delivers complex projects ranging from schools and hospitals to laboratories, corporate campuses, and sports facilities. As a family-owned organization, it places a strong emphasis on developing its people through robust mentorship, career advancement pathways, and a dedicated in-house university focused on leadership and technical excellence.

Title: Lead Superintendent
Location: CT Jobs Site, CT
Salary: $185,000–$110,000 +Benefits and Retirement program

What employees say about working here:

“Good Compensation and Benefits, reasonable work/life balance, variety of project opportunities”
“You get to work on a lot of unique projects with good people. Good training structure in place!”
“They make you feel like you are part of their family.”

Responsibilities:

Directly coordinate trade contractors and sub-contractors to keep work on schedule and up to quality standards
Maintain a thorough understanding of contract documents to proactively head off potential problems
Serve as the primary safety representative, enforcing safety compliance across all trades
Build and maintain the project schedule, including contingency planning
Lead daily huddles, pre-task planning, and regular contractor meetings
Maintain daily reports and documentation
Train and mentor Field Engineers and junior Superintendents
Support scope of work development and buyout
Assist with T&M tracking and general requirements financial forecasting
Build strong, trustworthy relationships with owners, unions, and trade partners

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent experience)
7–12 years leading a component or full commercial/industrial project of $30M+ in a superintendent role
OSHA 30-hour and STS-C certified
First Aid, CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed trained
Strong knowledge of construction divisions, scheduling, and cost control
Proficient in Microsoft Office and construction logistics/scheduling software
Ability to enforce a “safety first” culture on site