Superintendent

Nelson Construction & Development•Overland Park, KS

56d•$85,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Nelson Construction & Development is seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead field operations on commercial construction projects generally ranging from $1M–$30M across multifamily, senior living, behavioral health, hospitality, municipal, commercial, and mixed-use sectors in Iowa and surrounding Midwest markets. The Superintendent is responsible for day-to-day jobsite leadership, subcontractor coordination, safety, schedule, quality control, inspections, deliveries, site logistics, field documentation, and overall jobsite readiness. This role works closely with the Project Manager and Director of Field Operations to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, in accordance with contract documents, and with proper attention to cost, quality, and field execution. This position serves as the primary field leader and is expected to drive the project in the field with urgency, judgment, accountability, and clear communication.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of commercial construction field experience
Experience coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, inspections, deliveries, and field operations
Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings, sequencing, safety, quality, and site logistics
Ability to read, understand, and coordinate contract documents, RFIs, submittals, schedules, and field conditions
Strong leadership, communication, organization, judgment, prioritization, and decision-making abilities
Ability to identify field issues early and communicate them clearly before they impact cost, schedule, quality, or safety
Commitment to safety, quality, accountability, and professional jobsite management
OSHA 30-hour certification, or ability to obtain after hire
First Aid and CPR certification, or ability to obtain after hire
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to assigned project sites

Nice To Haves

Construction Management, technical training, trade background, or related education
Experience with multifamily, senior living, hospitality, municipal, commercial, or mixed-use projects
Experience supervising projects from start-up through punch list and closeout
Experience developing and maintaining six-week look-ahead schedules
Experience coordinating jurisdictional inspections, testing agencies, owner turnover, and project closeout

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day jobsite operations and coordinate subcontractor activities
Serve as the primary field contact for subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, consultants, and project personnel
Maintain a professional, productive, safe, and accountable jobsite culture
Set clear expectations for subcontractors and maintain accountability in the field
Communicate clearly and consistently with the Project Manager and Director of Field Operations
Maintain strict adherence to OSHA, federal, state, municipal, company, and project-specific safety requirements
Lead daily jobsite safety expectations and reinforce safe work practices
Identify unsafe conditions or behaviors and take immediate action to correct or escalate concerns
Maintain a clean, organized, and secure jobsite
Ensure required safety supplies, signage, barriers, and controls are in place
Manage the project schedule at the field level and coordinate daily construction activities
Develop, update, and maintain a six-week look-ahead schedule using short-interval planning techniques
Coordinate subcontractor sequencing, site access, deliveries, inspections, work areas, manpower, and material flow
Facilitate weekly subcontractor coordination meetings and project safety meetings
Identify schedule risks early and communicate impacts to the Project Manager and Director of Field Operations
Monitor work for compliance with drawings, specifications, approved submittals, shop drawings, and Nelson standards
Review RFIs, submittals, drawings, specifications, and other project documents as needed to support field execution
Identify field conflicts, missing information, constructability concerns, unclear scope conditions, and coordination issues before they affect schedule, cost, safety, or quality
Coordinate inspections, testing, municipal requirements, owner/consultant site visits, and project-specific requirements
Lead punch list completion, closeout coordination, turnover readiness, and final jobsite cleanup
Complete accurate and timely daily reports
Maintain project photos, manpower tracking, delivery records, inspection records, weather logs, and field documentation
Document site conditions, delays, impacts, visitors, inspections, and significant field activities
Communicate potential cost or schedule impacts before work proceeds whenever possible
Help distinguish between contract work, changed work, and field coordination issues when questions arise
Support timely, efficient, and profitable completion of assigned projects in accordance with contract requirements

Benefits

Performance-based bonus opportunities tied to project and company performance
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Basic life and AD&D insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Simple IRA retirement plan with employer match
Flexible spending account options for medical and dependent care
Health savings account option for eligible high-deductible health plan participants
Paid time off based on years of service
Paid holidays, including New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day
Paid parental leave
Cell phone reimbursement
Safety supplies provided
Company vehicle for eligible positions
Fuel card