General Superintendent

Senior General Superintendent

Northern Virginia | Healthcare Construction

Our client, a nationally recognized construction and development firm with more than 60 years of industry success and an international presence, is seeking a Senior General Superintendent to support the continued expansion of their healthcare division throughout the Northern Virginia market.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a seasoned construction professional who thrives in complex healthcare environments and can drive both project execution and team development. The ideal candidate is more than a field leader. They are a mentor, strategic partner, and operational presence capable of influencing long-term regional growth.

The organization is currently mobilizing for a $300M hospital project, along with several major healthcare pursuits anticipated to break ground in the near future. This role will play a critical part in establishing and scaling the company’s healthcare footprint across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site field operations for large-scale healthcare construction projects
• Coordinate and manage subcontractors, trades, and field personnel across all phases of construction
• Conduct contractor and safety meetings while enforcing company and site-specific safety protocols
• Oversee project scheduling, sequencing, logistics, and Time & Materials (T&M) tracking
• Partner closely with Project Executives and senior leadership to ensure successful project delivery
• Mentor and develop field staff, assistant superintendents, and future operational leaders
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
• 15 years of experience leading large-scale vertical construction projects
• Proven experience delivering healthcare projects valued at $100M
• Strong leadership background with demonstrated success mentoring and developing teams
• OSHA 30 Certification
• Proficiency with scheduling and construction management software
• Strong communication, organizational, and operational leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting complex healthcare or hospital construction programs
• Safety Trained Supervisor Construction (STSC) certification
• Proven safety-first mindset and project track record
• Existing healthcare industry relationships or regional market connections preferred

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

Internally, this position is viewed as a Senior General Superintendent role and serves as a direct pathway toward Regional Operations leadership. The company is specifically seeking a visionary field leader who brings technical expertise, operational maturity, and the ability to elevate teams around them.

This is not a “push the work” superintendent role. The ideal candidate is someone who leads with wisdom, strategic thinking, mentorship, and strong technical acumen.

Relocation Assistance

Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates and may include a negotiable sign-on bonus based on experience and personal circumstances.