What are the responsibilities and job description for the Healthcare Project Superintendent position at McFarland Construction?
NOW HIRING: Healthcare Project Superintendent II - Commercial Construction Design/Build
LOCATION: Charlotte NC
EXPERIENCE: 5 Years
MARKETS: Mission Critical, Financial, Health, Energy & More
About McFarland Construction
McFarland Construction is a full-service commercial construction firm specializing in general
contracting, design/build, and construction management services. We deliver high-quality
projects across a wide range of markets, including Financial Services, Health Sciences, Energy,
Mission Critical, and the Public Sector.
Founded in 2010, McFarland has grown to become the largest African American-owned general
contractor in the Carolinas. Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, with regional offices in Raleigh, NC
and Indianapolis, IN, we continue to expand our footprint and impact throughout the Southeast
and Midwest.
We're proud to be ranked #18 Largest General Contractor in Charlotte, #3 Fastest Growing
Private Company in the region, and among the Top General Contractors in the Southeast.
If you're looking for your next career move and want to be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking,
and fast-growing company, McFarland Construction is the place for you. Join us and help shape
the future of construction.
Job Summary
The Healthcare Project Superintendent is responsible for the overall field operations and day-to-day management of healthcare construction projects from preconstruction through completion.
This role provides leadership and direction to subcontractors, vendors, and project team
members while ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project
plans, specifications, schedules, and applicable healthcare regulations.
The ideal candidate has strong experience in healthcare construction, particularly occupied-space renovations and complex MEP systems, and understands the unique challenges
associated with working in active healthcare environments. The Superintendent must be an
effective field leader who can proactively identify issues, coordinate multiple trades, maintain
project schedules, and build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and project
stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Field & Project Management
- Lead day-to-day field operations for healthcare construction projects from mobilization through completion.
- Develop and manage project schedules in coordination with the Project Manager and project team.
- Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and trades to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
- Review plans, specifications, submittals, and contract documents to ensure compliance with project requirements.
- Monitor progress and proactively address scheduling, coordination, constructability, and field issues.
- Coordinate inspections, testing, deliveries, shutdowns, and other critical project activities.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional jobsite, including work in occupied healthcare facilities.
Healthcare Construction & Infection Control
- Apply the unique requirements of construction in active healthcare environments.
- Maintain required ICRA training/certification and enforce infection prevention protocols throughout the project.
- Coordinate with facility representatives and project stakeholders to manage shutdowns, utility interruptions, and other high-risk activities.
- Minimize disruption to patients, staff, visitors, and ongoing facility operations.
Safety & Quality
- Maintain a safe work environment and enforce McFarland, project-specific, and OSHA safety requirements.
- Lead or participate in daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, inspections, and corrective actions.
- Monitor workmanship and ensure construction complies with drawings, specifications, codes, and project requirements.
- Identify and resolve quality issues, coordinate MEP and trade installations, and support punch list and project closeout activities.
Communication & Coordination
- Serve as a primary field contact for subcontractors, vendors, clients, consultants, and facility personnel.
- Lead subcontractor coordination meetings and communicate project priorities, schedules, safety expectations, and site requirements.
- Provide timely updates on progress, manpower, schedule, safety, quality, and potential issues.
- Build strong working relationships and proactively communicate changes, delays, and conflicts.
Documentation & Technology
- Maintain accurate daily reports, field records, and project documentation.
- Utilize Procore for RFIs, submittals, observations, inspections, and other field activities.
- Maintain and review schedules, drawings, specifications, and other construction documents.
- Utilize Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook, for communication and documentation.
Education & Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Construction Science, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
- 5 years of construction experience; significant healthcare construction experience
- strongly preferred.
- Experience with commercial upfits, interior renovations, complex MEP installations, and occupied healthcare facilities preferred.
- OSHA 30 preferred.
- Procore experience required.
- Strong ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, contracts, and other construction documents.
- Proven ability to lead multiple subcontractors and trades while managing competing priorities and demanding schedules.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and able to work independently while effectively leading a project team.
- Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and organized jobsite.
- Ability to work effectively in occupied healthcare environments with minimal disruption to operations.
- Willingness to work nights, weekends, and non-standard hours as project needs require.
- Ability to travel to various project locations as required.
Why McFarland Construction
At McFarland, you are not just managing projects, you are leading them with real ownership, visibility, and impact. We offer a strong, competitive benefits package designed to support you and your family at every stage of life.
Health & Wellness
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options (PPO & HSA plans)
Employer HSA contribution: up to $50/month
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for 24/7 confidential support
Financial Security
Competitive pay
401(k) Safe Harbor Plan with company match
Basic Life & AD&D insurance at no cost
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability coverage options
Health Savings Account (HSA) with tax advantages
Agency & Third-Party Recruiter Notice
McFarland Construction will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Resumes submitted by agencies without a signed recruiting agreement or without a specific requisition authorization shall be deemed the property of McFarland Construction, and the company reserves the right to contact, interview, and hire those candidates without payment of any fees or commissions.