Field Superintendent

DPR Construction•East Brunswick, NJ

1d•$140,000 - $170,000

About The Position

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are a commitment to building great things together. Employees are expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and act in the best interest of the team, customer, project, and organization. DPR emphasizes trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action, respect for the individual, integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness, and an ever-forward mindset. The Field Superintendent provides leadership in planning, coordinating, and executing field operations for complex construction projects, ensuring alignment with project objectives, safety requirements, and quality standards. The role guides field execution using advanced superintendent knowledge and judgment to resolve complex construction challenges, without formal people-management responsibilities. It coordinates across project teams, trade partners, and self-perform work to maintain workflow continuity and mitigate risks. The Field Superintendent influences outcomes by identifying constructability improvements, sequencing efficiencies, and prefabrication opportunities, and contributes to continuous improvement by sharing field insights and leading practices. DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects in advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world. DPR describes opportunities to explore career paths, try new things, and shape one's future.

Requirements

Associate's degree in construction management, engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least 7 years of experience in field operations, construction supervision, or a related field.
OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification within 6 months of hire.
First Aid and CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting complex projects with multiple trade partners.
OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification.
OSHA 510 or OSHA 500 certification.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day field execution for assigned scopes on complex projects, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence.
Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, self-perform teams, and trade partners to resolve complex field issues and maintain construction momentum.
Guide field logistics, site utilization, and work sequencing to optimize productivity and minimize disruptions.
Oversee implementation of safety plans and quality control measures, addressing elevated risks and escalating critical concerns as needed.
Review and validate field documentation, including daily reports, look-ahead plans, and coordination logs, for accuracy and alignment with project requirements.
Identify and support integration of prefabrication and alternative construction methods to improve efficiency, safety, and quality.
Provide informal mentorship and technical guidance to field team members and peers without assuming formal management or coaching responsibilities.
Share field insights and leading practices with project teams to contribute to continuous improvement.