Commercial Construction Superintendent

Superintendent / Senior Superintendent

Location: Nashville, TN

Travel: Project dependent; travel may be required

Position Overview

Project Resource Collective is seeking experienced Superintendents and Senior Superintendents for a nationally recognized general contractor supporting major construction projects throughout the Nashville region and potentially other markets.

This position will provide overall field leadership, coordination, planning, and supervision of construction activities. Depending on experience level, the Superintendent will lead specific areas or disciplines of a project, while Senior Superintendents may oversee multiple scopes, multiple project teams, or large and complex construction projects.

The ideal candidate is a strong field leader who can anticipate project challenges, solve problems proactively, coordinate effectively with project management and trade partners, and drive projects safely and efficiently from preconstruction through closeout.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership and overall management of field construction activities.
• Coordinate subcontractors, craft labor, assistant superintendents, foremen, and other field personnel.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, short-term look-ahead schedules, and work plans.
• Ensure labor, materials, equipment, inspections, and other resources are available to support the project schedule.
• Review drawings, specifications, and construction documents for completeness, constructability, and potential conflicts.
• Coordinate plans and specifications with project management, design teams, engineers, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Develop and manage site logistics, utilization plans, sequencing, crew sizes, equipment needs, and work areas.
• Monitor field production and progress against schedule and identify opportunities to improve productivity.
• Partner with Project Managers to forecast and manage labor, equipment, materials, tools, and other project resources.
• Lead preconstruction planning sessions, daily coordination meetings, and project site meetings.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality, schedule, cost, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Identify and mitigate potential safety, quality, constructability, and schedule issues before they impact the project.
• Build productive relationships with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, trade partners, and other project stakeholders.
• Coach, mentor, and develop Assistant Superintendents, field engineers, foremen, and other field team members.
• Participate in hiring, workforce planning, performance management, training, and employee development.
• Create a collaborative, accountable field environment and ensure project teams have the resources and direction needed to be successful.
• Drive continuous improvement and identify opportunities to improve field operations, logistics, productivity, and project execution.
• Support projects throughout the full construction lifecycle, from preconstruction and mobilization through commissioning and closeout.

Qualifications

Qualifications will vary depending on the level of the position.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction, or a related field preferred or Significant construction trade experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Superintendent: Typically 5 years of construction management or related field leadership experience.
• Senior Superintendent: Typically 10–15 years of progressive construction experience with significant supervisory and field leadership responsibility.
• Experience successfully managing complex commercial, industrial, mission-critical, energy, or other large-scale construction projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects or major scopes from initial planning through final completion.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, scheduling, site logistics, constructability, and field operations.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, contracts, and other construction documents.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety, quality, risk management, and generally accepted construction practices.
• Proven ability to lead subcontractors, craft personnel, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
• Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
• Professional, proactive, and solutions-oriented approach to project challenges.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and common construction management tools.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to travel based on project requirements.

Compensation

Compensation will be based on experience and the level at which the candidate is hired.

Approximate Base Salary Range: $111,000 – $216,000

The position is also eligible for an incentive/bonus program, vehicle, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Ideal Candidate

We are interested in proven construction leaders who combine strong technical field knowledge with the ability to lead people, manage complex project execution, anticipate problems, and maintain high standards for safety, quality, schedule, and client satisfaction.

Candidates may be considered at the Superintendent or Senior Superintendent level based on their experience, project history, leadership responsibilities, and overall qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Project Resource Collective is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.