What are the responsibilities and job description for the CONSTRUCTION SITE SUPERVISOR position at Regal General Contracting?
POSITION OBJECTIVE
The Site Supervisor is responsible for managing day-to-day construction work on site and making sure all work follows approved plans, schedules, safety rules and compliance requirements.
This role is the main on-site leader for the Operations Management team. The Site Supervisor makes sure work is done safely, correctly, and on time, and stays in regular contact with Operations Management and subcontractors.
The Site Supervisor is expected to spot problems early, raise concerns right away, move with urgency, and follow management direction at all times.
PERSONALITY & CULTURE VALUES
The right candidate takes responsibility for their work, pays close attention to details, communicates clearly, and works well with others.
This person should be comfortable working with internal teams, representing Regal professionally, and continuing to learn and improve by staying up to date on construction methods, safety rules, and best practices.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership & Accountability
- Lead by focusing on solutions, not excuses
- Set clear expectations for work quality, safety, positive behavior, and performance
- Hold crews and subcontractors accountable
- Help calm tense or confrontational situations when they arise
- Clearly communicate expectations to subcontractors and enforce them
- Coordinate key work activities such as access, manpower, deliveries, and site logistics
- Make sure any changes to the scope of work, sequence, or work methods are discussed and approved before work continues
- Confirm all changes are understood and approved before moving forward
Site Execution & Safety
- Oversee daily construction activities on one or more job sites
- Enforce OSHA rules and company safety policies at all times
- Follow and enforce the company Job Site Safety Checklist and Safety Plan every day
- Make sure work follows approved drawings, specs, and schedules
- Keep job sites safe, clean, organized, and secure
- Enforce proper PPE use at all times
- Control site access so only approved personnel are allowed
Communication & Alignment
- Communicate openly and honestly at all times
- Keep Operations Management copied on all job-related communication
- Stay in regular contact with Operations Management throughout the day
- Report progress, issues, inspections, and delays as they happen
- Raise concerns, risks, or problems immediately
Scheduling, Planning & Risk Prevention
- Work with Operations Management to create 4–6 week lookahead schedules
- Prepare and send a weekly lookahead schedule by Friday at 4 p.m. for the following week
- Track progress against the schedule and flag delays early
- Communicate any schedule changes or delays to all involved parties
- Look ahead for issues that could cause delays, including weather, inspections, testing, material lead times, or temperature limits
- Understand how material choices affect performance, code compliance, warranties, and long-term durability
- Read and understand all material instructions and restrictions before installation
- Take steps to prevent problems instead of reacting after issues occur
- Make sure utility mark-outs are completed, coordinated, and documented with photos before work starts
- Fully document site conditions before work begins with photos and videos and upload them to the project file
Documentation, Reporting & Compliance
- Provide daily job updates with photos and written notes
- Track open inspections, permits, and outstanding items through project closeout
- Use company-issued devices and required software to track work activities
- Complete and submit incident reports within 24 hours of any safety event, including photos and follow-up actions
- Make sure all materials are approved before ordering or installing
- Get approval for all expenses before purchasing
- Keep company vehicles clean, safe, and in good working condition
- Perform regular visual checks of company vehicles, including tires, windshield, and general condition
- Report any vehicle issues, damage, or unusual noises immediately
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
- At least 8 years of experience as a Site Superintendent or Project Manager in commercial construction
- Experience with commercial ground-up and renovation projects
- Strong understanding of construction sequencing, inspections, building codes (NJ & PA), and OSHA safety rules
- Ability to work well in a structured team environment
- Strong attention to detail and follow-through
- Ability to read and understand construction drawings, including structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and civil plans
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office for reports, schedules, and documentation
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify issues early
- Ability to manage multiple job sites at the same time
- OSHA 30 certification required
- Must be able to pass respirator fit testing
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Must have a clean driving record
PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
- Available to respond to job-related issues outside normal work hours when needed
- Able to travel to and inspect job sites in different weather conditions
- Able to walk, stand, climb ladders, bend, and work at heights
- Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Able to work in dusty, noisy, hot, or cold environments while wearing PPE
- Able to drive and travel between job sites
- No phone use, texting, or emailing while driving
- No drug or alcohol use on job sites or while operating company vehicles
- Role includes both field work and some office tasks such as meetings, reporting, and coordination.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $105,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- exterior facade and commercial roofing background: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $105,000 - $120,000