Construction Superintendent

Overview A respected construction management firm in the metro Detroit area is seeking experienced Superintendents to oversee upcoming commercial (school) and multi-family residential projects. These are high-visibility roles for leaders who take pride in quality, safety, and delivering projects that make a lasting community impact.

About the Role The Superintendent is responsible for managing all field operations on assigned projects — ensuring that work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. This position oversees subcontractors, coordinates construction activities, enforces safety policies, and ensures adherence to project specifications and company procedures.

Superintendents will work closely with Project Managers, Owners, and trade partners to deliver exceptional results from preconstruction through closeout.

Key Responsibilities Oversee all on-site construction activities, managing subcontractors and day-to-day operations

Maintain accountability for safety, schedule, quality, and productivity on assigned projects

Lead weekly coordination meetings with subcontractors and project teams

Ensure full compliance with OSHA/MIOSHA safety standards and company policies

Monitor progress, resolve field conflicts, and proactively manage schedule adjustments

Conduct inspections, enforce quality standards, and maintain accurate site documentation

Collaborate with Project Managers to align field execution with project budgets and timelines

Foster strong relationships with clients, design teams, and trade partners

Qualifications 10+ years of construction experience, which includes K–12 or educational project work

Experience as a full project superintendent managing the entire site (not trade-specific)

Skilled at leading 5–27 subcontractors and coordinating daily field operations

Experience with projects up to $20M required

5–10 years as a superintendent, which includes multi-family residential construction (apartments, townhomes, or large housing developments)

Proven success managing developer-driven projects with tight schedules and complex logistics

Full site oversight with strong multi-trade coordination experience

Why This Opportunity Stands Out 401(k) with company match

Free medical coverage

Cash incentive if health coverage is declined

Monthly vehicle and phone allowances

Generous PTO + paid holidays

Competitive salary with annual bonus potential

Seniority and Employment Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Project Management

Industries: Construction and Building Construction

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