Commercial Construction Superintendent - Houston

Engen Contracting Inc.•Houston, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Engen Contracting (ECI) is seeking a Commercial Construction Superintendent in Houston, Texas, to lead field operations for high-quality ground-up and tenant improvement commercial projects. This role involves ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget, while mentoring trade partners and driving company growth. ECI is a commercial general contractor with a strong reputation for quality and a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement, working across various markets including retail, restaurants, self-storage, medical, office, education, and industrial. As a Superintendent at ECI, you will be responsible for all day-to-day field operations, requiring strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to build relationships with clients, trade partners, and project teams. This is a long-term opportunity with a growing General Contractor that invests in its people and offers diverse project experiences.

Requirements

Experience as a Superintendent with a Commercial General Contractor.
Experience managing ground-up and tenant improvement commercial construction projects.
Strong leadership and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and conflict-resolution abilities.
A proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
High ethical standards and accountability.
Strong understanding of civil, structural, architectural, and MEP coordination.
The ability to motivate subcontractors while maintaining schedule, safety, and quality expectations.
A commitment to delivering exceptional client experiences.
Commercial General Contractor experience is required.
Valid driver's license and dependable transportation.
A valid Texas Driver's License is required. Candidates relocating from out of state must obtain a Texas Driver's License within 60 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30 Certification
Procore experience
Microsoft Project experience
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
Experience coordinating with municipal building departments and inspectors.

Responsibilities

Lead field operations from mobilization through project completion.
Develop, maintain, and update project schedules (Microsoft Project experience is a plus).
Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, consultants, and municipal agencies.
Conduct weekly subcontractor coordination meetings.
Drive production while maintaining quality, safety, and schedule expectations.
Enforce OSHA standards and ECI safety policies.
Conduct weekly toolbox safety meetings.
Coordinate inspections and ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and applicable building codes.
Generate and manage punch lists through project closeout.
Maintain exceptional attention to detail throughout every phase of construction.
Complete daily reports, progress photos, and project documentation in Procore.
Communicate effectively with Project Managers, Owners, Architects, Engineers, inspectors, and subcontractors.
Respond promptly to requests from office staff and project stakeholders.
Maintain accurate project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
Interpret architectural, structural, civil, and MEP construction documents.
Coordinate subcontractor scheduling and sequencing.
Review and verify subcontractor change orders.
Manage material deliveries, equipment logistics, and overall site coordination.
Maintain a strong understanding of both horizontal and vertical commercial construction, including sitework, utilities, structural systems, and MEP coordination.
Identify challenges early and proactively develop effective solutions.