What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Construction Superintendent - Knoxville position at MEC General Contractors?
About
At MEC General Contractors, we’re proud to be a third-generation, family-owned company with a legacy built on trust, innovation, and dedication for over 50 years. With offices in Melbourne and Orlando, Florida, and Dallas, Texas, we’re strategically growing while staying true to our roots. Our core values—Family, Engineering Minded, and Passion—guide everything we do, from the way we build projects to how we treat our team. At MEC, we believe in empowering our employees, fostering a culture where your voice matters, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported. Join us as we continue to shape communities and build a future we can all be proud of.
Job Description
The perfect fit for this position requires previous experience and the ability to manage all aspects of overseeing commercial construction projects. We are looking for a smart working individual with strong determination, who takes pride in their work and is always looking for ways to improve. Attention to detail and knowledge of all permits, procurement, vendor and sub-contractor oversight, construction schedules, quality control steps and end finishes is required.
Superintendent Responsibilities
- Maintain a daily log for the job site’s operations, reporting to management as necessary
- Make changes in the operation as necessary to best meet construction deadlines
- Reviews and drives project schedules during site visits, highlighting potential challenges
- Collaborate with clients, Project Managers, other construction management to determine budget and timeline
- Provide leadership in responding creatively to challenges to bring projects in on schedule and under budget where feasible
- Ensure jobsite safety and quality on all project sites
- Performs all other related duties and assignments as required
Qualifications and Skills
- Commercial Superintendent experience 3 years (Preferred)
- Must be ok with travel
- Must have experience leading teams in associated project work, project progress and resource allocation
- Must have vast knowledge in commercial project blueprints and schedule plans
- Ability to problem solve and adjust to changing circumstances
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products and construction management systems
- Strong communication skills and thorough attention to detail
- Osha 10 or Osha 30 Certified
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Floating Holiday
- Company Phone or Personal Phone Reimbursement
- iPad
- Branded Apparel Reimbursement
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (required)
Work Location: In person, Knoxville, TN
M.E. Construction, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. MEC utilizes E-Verify. US work authorization (Required)
Salary : $29 - $50