Senior Superintendent

Clark Construction Group, LLC•San Francisco, CA

14d•$110,000 - $225,000

About The Position

The Senior Superintendent leads field operations to deliver an exceptional project to clients. This role oversees self-performed and contracted work to ensure compliance with contract documents and the project schedule while fostering a culture of safety and quality. The Senior Superintendent plans and sequences work, manages jobsite logistics and resources, communicates and maintains project schedules, and coordinates contractors and stakeholders. The role also develops team members, builds strong stakeholder relationships, helps manage project costs and performance, and participates in project closeout. This is an active, hands-on role based primarily on construction sites, with some office work. It involves navigating uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists; lifting and carrying materials; and working in varied weather, moderate to loud noise, elevated or confined areas, and around moving mechanical equipment. The position requires flexibility for extended hours during critical project phases and responsiveness to time-sensitive matters or emergencies outside regular working hours. A pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and random quarterly testing are required. Clark offers base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package. The stated base salary range is $110,000–$225,000, with compensation potentially varying based on education, experience, skills, and geographic location.

Requirements

Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related discipline, or relevant work experience.
10 or more years of experience working on large-scale commercial construction projects.
At least 4 years of experience leading, developing, and motivating teams.
Successful experience building high-rise residential, mixed-use, or higher education projects from start to finish.
In-depth knowledge of construction processes, including scheduling, contract administration, equipment, and personnel.
Demonstrated experience leading field operations and communicating plans effectively across audiences and stakeholders.
Advanced knowledge of applicable safety and building regulations, such as OSHA.
Alignment with Clark Standards of Excellence, including being self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, collaborative, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, relationship-oriented, able to develop people and teams, and able to set direction and execute.
Ability to work on foot frequently and navigate active job sites with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists.
Ability to bend, kneel, reach, and frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively and visually read plans and inspect work.
Ability to work extended hours during critical project phases and respond to time-sensitive matters or emergencies outside regular working hours.
Completion of a pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and random quarterly drug fitness-for-duty testing.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of construction management software platforms and tools, including Procore, PlanGrid, FieldWire, Bluebeam, and P6.

Responsibilities

Oversee timely, quality installation of contracted work for a project or a particular scope, trade contractor, or project portion.
Promote a culture of safety and quality among Clark employees and trade contractors, and conduct regular safety inspections for compliance with company, contract, and government regulations.
Create and manage plans for sequencing work, jobsite logistics, and tracking materials and personnel.
Ensure work meets project and company quality standards.
Take initiative and personal responsibility for delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
Develop, update, and communicate project schedules and critical milestones to stakeholders.
Communicate schedules to contractors and stakeholders and lead multidisciplinary meetings to secure buy-in.
Manage, mentor, and develop team members.
Cultivate strong relationships with project stakeholders.
Represent the company and team professionally in internal and external meetings and interactions.
Maintain working knowledge of owner contracts, subcontracts, and vendor agreements.
Participate in developing and maintaining staff charts, general conditions, and project costs, and understand project KPIs.
Participate in closeout activities, including punch lists and building operations training.
Solve jobsite obstacles, issues, and conflicts; identify long-term risks and advance plans to mitigate them.
Create a project-site environment that inspires the team to perform at its best.
Attract, develop, and engage diverse talent while fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture based on trust and respect.