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Superintendent- Commercial Construction

gpac
Newark, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 7/8/2026 CLOSED ON 8/6/2026

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Construction Superintendent

A well-established general contractor with a long-standing reputation for delivering complex public construction projects is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to join its growing team. This confidential opportunity is ideal for a hands-on field leader who takes pride in delivering quality work, maintaining safe jobsites, and leading projects from groundbreaking through completion.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Lead all on-site construction activities for ground-up public and institutional projects.
  • Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and field personnel to keep projects on schedule and within quality expectations.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety standards while promoting a strong safety culture on the jobsite.
  • Monitor project progress, document daily activities, and maintain accurate field reports and project records.
  • Review construction drawings and specifications to ensure work is completed according to plans.
  • Collaborate with project managers, owners, architects, engineers, and inspectors throughout the construction process.
  • Assist with project scheduling by providing regular field updates and identifying potential delays.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and professional jobsite while resolving field issues proactively.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 7 years of superintendent experience with a commercial general contractor.
  • Demonstrated success managing ground-up public or institutional construction projects valued at approximately $15 million or more.
  • Strong understanding of commercial construction methods, sequencing, and quality control.
  • Ability to interpret architectural, structural, civil, and MEP drawings.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage subcontractors and project stakeholders.
  • Experience with project documentation, RFIs, daily reports, and scheduling updates.
  • Microsoft Excel proficiency is preferred.
  • Previous experience in the masonry or carpentry trades is considered a strong advantage.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Performance-driven compensation package.
  • Comprehensive Blue Cross Blue Shield medical coverage.
  • Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
  • SIMPLE IRA with employer contribution.
  • Opportunity to join a financially stable contractor with a strong backlog of public construction projects and an excellent reputation for quality work.

ALL INQUIRIES ARE 100% CONFIDENTIAL

APPLY TODAY: megan.cantone@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

Salary : $140,000 - $185,000

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