Superintendent

Clark Construction Group, LLC•Charleston, SC

8d•$85,000 - $185,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Superintendent leads field operations to deliver exceptional construction projects, overseeing self-performed and contracted work to ensure compliance with contract documents, project schedules, safety requirements, and quality standards. The role manages work sequencing, jobsite logistics, materials, personnel, schedule milestones, project stakeholders, and team development. The Superintendent also contributes to project cost and staffing information and participates in close-out activities. This is an active, hands-on position based largely on construction sites, with some office work. The role involves adapting to varied weather, moderate to loud noise, elevated or confined work areas, and moving mechanical equipment. Physical activities include frequent standing and navigating uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists; bending, kneeling, reaching; and lifting or carrying materials up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally. Office tasks may involve prolonged sitting. The role may require extended hours, attention to time-sensitive matters outside regular hours, and responsiveness to communications during critical project phases or emergencies. Clark offers a total compensation package including base salary, bonus potential, and benefits. The stated base salary range is $85,000–$185,000, with actual pay potentially varying based on education, experience, skills, and geographic location. A pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening is required, and the company conducts random quarterly tests.

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 high-rise residential, mixed-use, or 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, collaborative, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, relationship-building, team- and people-developing, direction-setting, and execution-focused.
Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including frequent standing and movement on active job sites, bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting or carrying materials up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to work in varied weather, moderate to loud noise, and elevated or confined areas around moving mechanical equipment.
Flexibility to work extended hours, particularly during critical project phases or client deadlines, and respond to communications for time-sensitive matters or emergencies.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening; subject to 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 the timely and quality installation of contracted work for a project or a designated scope, trade contractor, or portion of a project.
Promote a culture of safety and quality among company 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 personal responsibility and initiative to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
Develop, update, and communicate the project schedule, including critical milestones, to project stakeholders.
Manage, mentor, and develop team members.
Build 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 key performance indicators.
Participate in project close-out, including punch lists and building operations training.
Apply advanced problem-solving to overcome obstacles, issues, and conflicts on the job.
Follow company safety policies and procedures and applicable laws at all locations.
Respond to communications as required when business needs, time-sensitive matters, or emergencies arise.