Construction Superintendent

RQ Construction•North Charleston, SC

1d•$130,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

RQ Construction, LLC is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to join our Field Operations team for a project in Charleston, SC on an active military base . Candidates based near these locations are preferred; however, relocation may be considered, as this is an on-site leadership role. Superintendents are responsible for overseeing all daily construction activities on assigned projects. This includes managing field personnel and subcontractors, coordinating schedules, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contract documents such as plans, specifications, and proposals. The role requires maintaining quality standards while meeting project timelines and budget goals, all in alignment with RQ's core Mission, Vision, and Values. About RQ Construction: Established in 1996, RQ Construction, LLC has become a major contributor in the commercial and government Design-Build sector. Headquartered in Carlsbad, California, the company provides full-service project delivery across the United States through dedicated on-site field teams. RQ is known for executing fast-paced commercial construction projects for both public and private clients, with a strong focus on Department of Defense work. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices) marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation. All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire. Additionally, all candidates must successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check, including a stricter Department of Defense background check, for access to job site at military base (if applicable for position being hired for).

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Superintendent managing mid-sized construction projects, including responsibilities such as scheduling, procurement, field oversight, quality control, safety, and production across all phases
4 or more years of hands-on construction or trade experience required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and general computer use is required
CPR, First Aid, OSHA 30-hour, EM-385, and STS certifications required (training available if needed)

Nice To Haves

Additional coursework or a degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field is preferred
Experience with government, military, or large commercial projects is preferred, especially within design-build environments or large-scale builds
Familiarity with Primavera P3/P6, Viewpoint, BIM, or Revit is preferred
Bilingual Spanish/English skills are a plus
LEED Green Associate (GA) or Accredited Professional (AP) credentials are desirable

Responsibilities

Overseeing all daily construction activities on assigned projects.
Managing field personnel and subcontractors
Coordinating schedules
Ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contract documents such as plans, specifications, and proposals.
Maintaining quality standards while meeting project timelines and budget goals
Alignment with RQ's core Mission, Vision, and Values.