What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Superintendent position at iLocatum?
Location: Berlin, CT
We’re looking for a hands-on, highly organized Construction Superintendent to lead on-site operations and drive projects from kickoff through completion. This role is critical to ensuring work is delivered safely, on time, and within budget while maintaining high-quality standards.
Must-Have Qualifications
Site Management & Operations
We’re looking for a hands-on, highly organized Construction Superintendent to lead on-site operations and drive projects from kickoff through completion. This role is critical to ensuring work is delivered safely, on time, and within budget while maintaining high-quality standards.
Must-Have Qualifications
- 5 years of experience as a Construction Superintendent or in a similar field leadership role
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and project sequencing
- Proven ability to manage subcontractors and job-site personnel effectively
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
- OSHA 30 certification (or ability to obtain)
- Valid driver’s license
- Background in commercial, residential, multifamily, or industrial construction
- Experience with scheduling/project management tools (Procore, Buildertrend, MS Project, or similar)
- CPR/First Aid certification
Site Management & Operations
- Oversee all daily on-site construction activities
- Coordinate and schedule subcontractors, labor, and materials
- Ensure work aligns with plans, specifications, and local building codes
- Maintain a clean, organized, and productive job site
- Partner with the Project Manager to develop and maintain project schedules
- Track progress and proactively resolve delays or issues
- Conduct routine site inspections to ensure quality standards are met
- Verify completed work prior to inspections and project turnover
- Enforce company, OSHA, and site-specific safety standards
- Lead safety meetings and toolbox talks
- Identify and correct unsafe conditions immediately
- Maintain accurate safety documentation and incident reports
- Serve as the primary on-site point of contact
- Communicate with project managers, subcontractors, inspectors, and clients
- Lead by example and promote a professional, team-oriented job-site culture
- Resolve field issues and conflicts efficiently
- Maintain daily logs, progress reports, and manpower tracking
- Review drawings, RFIs, and change orders
- Support inspections, punch lists, and project closeout documentation