What are the responsibilities and job description for the Superintendent position at Actalent?
Job Description
This mid-level Construction Superintendent role oversees midsize commercial construction projects from groundbreaking through completion. The position focuses on coordinating subcontractors, managing project timelines, and ensuring high-quality finish work while maintaining strong communication with all on-site stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Oversee midsize commercial construction projects from initial site development and groundbreaking through final completion.
- Coordinate and manage subcontractors on site, ensuring work aligns with project scope, schedule, and quality standards.
- Read and interpret blueprints and construction documents to guide day-to-day field operations.
- Monitor construction progress, proactively identify issues, and implement solutions to keep projects on schedule.
- Lead the project team through all phases of construction, maintaining clear communication of project timelines and expectations.
- Develop, maintain, and complete punch lists to ensure all work meets quality and specification requirements prior to project closeout.
- Ensure that finish work in commercial construction meets design standards, client expectations, and applicable codes.
- Collaborate with project management and construction management teams to align field activities with overall project plans.
- Manage time on site effectively, balancing multiple tasks and priorities throughout the project lifecycle.
- Foster a positive, professional work environment on the job site, demonstrating strong people skills in daily interactions.
- Proven experience in construction management with responsibility for field supervision on commercial projects.
- Hands-on project management experience in commercial construction environments.
- Strong background in subcontractor management, including coordination and oversight of multiple trades.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and other construction documents accurately.
- Practical understanding of how buildings are built, including site development and commercial construction methods.
- Experience managing punch lists and driving items to completion.
- Ability to lead projects through defined timelines and milestones.
- Effective people skills with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with subcontractors, team members, and stakeholders.
- Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple activities on a busy construction site.
- Experience with site development in a commercial construction context.
- background in finish work for commercial construction projects.
- Demonstrated alignment with strong company values and a commitment to quality and integrity.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced environment where priorities may shift based on project needs.
This is a fully on-site role based at active commercial construction sites. The work environment is field-focused, involving regular movement around the job site, close coordination with subcontractors, and hands-on oversight of daily construction activities. The schedule follows typical construction hours and may require flexibility to meet project deadlines and milestones. The position operates within a culture that emphasizes strong values, teamwork, and accountability for delivering quality projects from groundbreaking through completion.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sioux Falls, SD.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully onsite position in Sioux Falls,SD.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Salary : $30 - $50