Superintendent

Clark Construction Group, LLC•Washington, DC

19d•$110,000 - $225,000

About The Position

As a Superintendent, you will lead field operations to ensure exceptional projects are delivered to clients. You will oversee self-performed and contracted work for compliance with contract documents and project schedules while fostering a culture of safety and quality. The role includes managing jobsite logistics, schedules, materials, personnel, project stakeholders, and team development, as well as contributing to project close-out and business development. The position combines substantial time on active construction sites with office work and requires flexibility to work extended hours and respond to time-sensitive matters when needed. A pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and random quarterly testing are required. This is an active, hands-on role involving frequent movement around construction sites, including uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists. It requires bending, kneeling, reaching, and frequently lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. The work environment includes active sites in varying weather and moderate to loud noise, elevated or confined areas, and moving mechanical equipment, as well as a typical office setting. The base salary range is $110,000–$225,000, with potential variation based on factors including education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Total compensation includes base salary, bonus potential, and benefits.

Requirements

Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related discipline, or relevant work experience.
At least 7 years of experience working on large-scale commercial construction projects.
Experience successfully building higher education projects from start to finish.
At least 2 years leading, developing, and motivating teams.
In-depth knowledge of construction processes, including scheduling, contract administration, equipment, and personnel.
Demonstrated experience leading field operations and communicating plans effectively across multiple audiences.
Working knowledge of applicable safety and building regulations, such as OSHA.
Alignment with Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, a team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, relationship-building, able to build people, teams, and followership, able to set direction, and able to execute.
Ability to work extended hours, particularly during critical project phases or client deadlines, and respond to time-sensitive matters or emergencies when needed.
Ability to perform active, hands-on work, including frequent standing and movement, bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting or carrying materials up to 25 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to communicate effectively and visually read plans and inspect work.
Compliance with company safety policies and procedures and applicable laws.
Completion of a pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and participation in 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 assigned scope, trade contractor, or portion of a project.
Promote a culture of safety and quality among employees and trade contractors, and conduct regular safety inspections to ensure compliance with company, contract, and government regulations.
Create and manage plans to sequence work, manage jobsite logistics, and track 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 the project schedule, and maintain command of critical milestones with project stakeholders.
Manage, mentor, and develop team members to build a high-functioning team.
Cultivate strong relationships with project stakeholders.
Represent the company and team professionally in internal and external meetings and interactions.
Maintain working knowledge of the owner contract, subcontracts, and vendor agreements.
Participate in developing and maintaining staff charts, general conditions, and project costs, and understand project key performance indicators.
Participate in close-out activities, including punch lists and building operations training.
Use advanced problem-solving to address obstacles, issues, and conflicts on the job.
Identify and build relationships with industry professionals to generate and win appropriate work.
Recruit, hire, and retain outstanding industry talent.
Anticipate stakeholder needs, desires, and goals to exceed their expectations.