What are the responsibilities and job description for the Superintendent - Commercial Construction position at AlphaX?
We are looking for a Commercial Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on large-scale commercial and multifamily construction projects in a general contracting environment. This is a hands-on leadership role with full responsibility for on-site execution, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards. AlphaHire is recruiting on behalf of a client with a long-standing reputation for delivering commercial construction, design-build, and construction management projects. This position is ideal for an experienced field leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys working closely with clients, architects, subcontractors, and project teams to successfully deliver complex projects.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Lead daily field operations on commercial and multifamily construction projects from site mobilization through final completion.
- Develop and maintain project schedules while driving subcontractor performance to meet milestone and completion dates.
- Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, architects, and project managers to ensure efficient project execution.
- Enforce jobsite safety standards and maintain compliance with OSHA requirements and company safety policies.
- Monitor workmanship and quality throughout construction, ensuring work complies with project plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
- Identify field issues early and implement practical solutions to keep projects on schedule and within scope.
- Conduct regular jobsite meetings to communicate project priorities, schedule updates, and safety expectations.
- Review construction drawings and specifications to proactively resolve conflicts before they impact field operations.
- Maintain accurate daily reports, site documentation, and progress updates for project stakeholders.
- Foster strong working relationships with clients, architects, and trade partners while promoting a collaborative, solution-oriented jobsite culture
- 7 years of superintendent or field leadership experience on commercial or multifamily construction projects.
- Proven experience leading larger commercial construction projects through all phases of construction.
- Experience working for a commercial general contractor is strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of construction scheduling, subcontractor coordination, quality control, and jobsite safety.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with clients, architects, and field teams.
- Local Memphis-area candidates are preferred.
- Must successfully complete reference checks and pass a pre-employment drug test
- Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience
- Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plan options, paid time off, and other company-sponsored programs