General Superintendent - Residential Homebuilding

Bosun • Concord, NC

17d • $100,000 - $135,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The General Superintendent leads field operations across multiple residential construction projects for a growing, family-owned homebuilder in the Concord, North Carolina area. This senior field leadership role provides technical expertise, leadership, accountability, and oversight to help builders execute projects efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and to established quality standards. The General Superintendent oversees two Field Builders, each responsible for approximately 12–16 homes, and serves as the primary technical resource for complex construction challenges. The role emphasizes mentoring and developing builders rather than personally scheduling and managing every individual home.

The position is field-based and involves regular travel among active residential construction sites in Concord, Kannapolis, Cabarrus County, Rowan County, and the greater Charlotte area. The General Superintendent works closely with the Vice President of Construction while maintaining significant autonomy over day-to-day field operations. Occasional evening or weekend availability may be needed to support critical construction milestones.

Requirements

• 7–10+ years of residential construction experience, preferably in production homebuilding.
• Demonstrated experience leading, supervising, or mentoring residential superintendents, builders, or field construction teams.
• Strong understanding of residential construction from site preparation and foundation through framing, mechanical systems, finishes, inspections, and closing.
• Advanced practical knowledge of framing, grading, site development, and residential construction problem-solving.
• Experience overseeing multiple residential projects or communities simultaneously.
• Proven ability to coach field personnel, hold teams accountable, and resolve construction challenges independently.
• Strong understanding of construction schedules, subcontractor management, budgets, cost controls, and quality standards.
• Experience using Buildertrend or comparable construction management software.
• Comfort adopting new technology, digital workflows, and AI-supported tools.
• Strong communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between active job sites throughout the region.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with a large or established production homebuilder.
• Background combining production homebuilding with custom or semi-custom residential construction.
• Experience supervising multiple builders or superintendents across active communities.
• Familiarity with spec-built homes, infill lots, duplexes, triplexes, and higher-end residential developments.
• Experience improving construction cycle times, field efficiency, and builder performance.
• OSHA 30 certification or related construction safety training.
• Degree in Construction Management or a related field, or equivalent hands-on construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee residential field operations across multiple active communities and construction sites.
• Provide direct leadership and oversight to two Field Builders responsible for approximately 12–16 homes each.
• Visit active job sites regularly to evaluate progress, identify potential issues, and maintain consistent quality standards.
• Serve as the primary technical resource for builders on framing, grading, site preparation, structural details, inspections, and other construction challenges.
• Resolve field issues independently where possible and escalate significant concerns to the Vice President of Construction when appropriate.
• Ensure construction activities align with approved plans, budgets, schedules, building codes, and company expectations.
• Mentor and develop builders, strengthening their construction knowledge, decision-making, and leadership capabilities.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with builders to review job progress, schedules, budgets, and support needs.
• Establish clear expectations and hold builders accountable for performance, quality, and timely project completion.
• Provide hands-on coaching and practical solutions when builders encounter unfamiliar construction challenges.
• Support the long-term development of the field team and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Oversee builder-managed schedules, address delays proactively, and identify bottlenecks and practical solutions.
• Review project budgets, cost variances, and subcontractor pricing to identify cost savings and support project profitability.
• Conduct weekly reviews with builders and update the Vice President of Construction on progress, risks, budget concerns, and proposed solutions.
• Strengthen field processes to improve efficiency and consistency across active projects.
• Support builders in managing subcontractor performance, workmanship, scheduling, and accountability.
• Resolve complex trade-related issues, pricing concerns, and construction challenges as needed.
• Maintain trade partner relationships while reinforcing expectations for quality, professionalism, and timeliness.
• Ensure homes meet company quality standards throughout construction, including framing, pre-drywall, final inspections, and closing preparation.
• Promote safe job sites and compliance with building codes, OSHA regulations, and company safety policies.
• Use Buildertrend or comparable residential construction management software to monitor schedules, budgets, documentation, and builder performance.
• Ensure field teams maintain accurate and timely project information in construction management systems.
• Support adoption of technology, automation, and AI-enabled tools that improve field productivity and operational efficiency.
• Communicate project performance, emerging concerns, and recommended solutions clearly to leadership.

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus of 10–20% of base salary, tied to construction schedules, quality, and cost performance.
• Vehicle allowance and fuel card.
• Company phone.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed