Superintendent

Clark Construction Group, LLC•Arlington, VA

21d•$110,000 - $225,000

About The Position

The Superintendent leads field operations to deliver exceptional construction projects to clients. The role oversees self-performed and contracted work, ensuring compliance with contract documents and project schedules while fostering a culture of safety and quality. The Superintendent plans and sequences work, manages jobsite logistics, materials, and personnel, and works with project stakeholders to meet schedule, budget, and quality expectations. The role includes developing and communicating project schedules, mentoring and developing team members, maintaining stakeholder relationships, and representing the company professionally. The Superintendent contributes to project cost and staffing activities, participates in project close-out, and applies advanced problem-solving to address jobsite obstacles. The position also supports business development and recruiting efforts by building industry relationships and identifying and retaining talent. This is an active, hands-on role involving frequent work on construction sites and some office work. The work may involve varied weather, moderate to loud noise, elevated or confined areas, moving mechanical equipment, and physically demanding activity. The position requires flexibility to work extended hours during critical project phases and respond to time-sensitive matters or emergencies outside regular working hours. A pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and random quarterly testing are required. 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 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 high-rise residential, mixed-use, or higher education projects from start to finish.
At least 2 years of experience 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 to 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 develop people and teams and build followership, and able to set direction and execute.
Ability to frequently lift and carry materials up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively and visually read plans and inspect work.
Flexibility to work extended hours during critical project phases or client deadlines and respond to time-sensitive matters or emergencies as needed.
Pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and random quarterly drug testing are required.

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 total project or a designated scope, trade contractor, or project portion.
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 initiative and personal responsibility for delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
Develop, update, and communicate project schedules, including critical milestones, to project stakeholders.
Manage, mentor, and develop team members.
Build strong relationships with project stakeholders and represent the company professionally in meetings and other interactions.
Maintain working knowledge of owner contracts, subcontracts, and vendor agreements.
Participate in developing and maintaining staff charts, general conditions, project costs, and an understanding of project KPIs.
Participate in close-out activities, including punch lists and building operations training.
Solve obstacles, issues, and conflicts on the job proactively.
Develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win appropriate work.
Recruit, hire, and retain talent.
Anticipate stakeholder needs, desires, and goals to exceed expectations.
Follow Clark Construction safety policies and procedures and applicable laws at all locations.
Monitor and respond to communications when business needs require attention outside regular working hours.