What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Superintendent position at Schnabel?
Schnabel is a nationally recognized specialty contractor with over 65 years of experience in geostructural design-build and underground construction. With a portfolio of thousands of successful projects across the country, we are known for delivering smart, safe, and cost-effective solutions to complex engineering challenges. We specialize in advanced earth retention systems, deep foundations, ground improvement, specialized grouting, and other innovative geostructural techniques that create stable, lasting foundations for buildings, infrastructure, and other critical structures. At Schnabel, we combine technical expertise with a hands-on approach to ensure every project starts on solid ground.
ROLE:
Schnabel is seeking an experienced General Superintendent to provide strategic and operational leadership across multiple construction projects, overseeing Superintendents and ensuring consistent execution of safety, quality, schedule, and productivity standards. This role bridges field operations and executive leadership, driving performance, standardization, and continuous improvement across all assigned projects.
Schnabel’s scope of work includes a wide range of geostructural solutions: drilled and driven deep foundations, soil mixing, aggregate piers, rigid inclusions, soldier piles, tiebacks, soil nails, wood lagging, shotcrete, bracing, underpinning, and all types of grouting. Candidates who have direct construction experience and familiarity with these construction methods are preferred.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee field operations across multiple active project sites
- Directly manage and mentor Site Superintendents, ensuring alignment with company standards and project goals
- Monitor overall project performance, including schedule, cost, safety, and quality metrics
- Conduct regular site visits to assess progress, identify risks, and provide guidance
Leadership & Team Development
Lead, coach, and develop Site Superintendents and emerging field leaders
- Establish clear expectations and accountability for field leadership teams
- Support succession planning and workforce development initiatives
- Promote a culture of collaboration, safety, and operational excellence
Safety & Risk Management
Champion company-wide safety initiatives and ensure consistent implementation across projects
- Review safety performance and lead corrective actions for incidents or trends
- Ensure Site Superintendents and Foremen are effectively enforcing safety standards
Operational Excellence
Standardize field processes, procedures, and best practices across projects
- Drive adoption of Lean construction practices, pull planning, and continuous improvement efforts
- Ensure effective planning, sequencing, and resource utilization across all sites
Schedule & Productivity Management
Oversee project schedules and ensure Site Superintendents are maintaining milestone commitments
- Identify systemic risks or delays and implement corrective strategies
- Optimize resource allocation across multiple projects to maximize efficiency
Financial & Cost Awareness
Collaborate with Operations Manager and Project Managers on budget performance
- Provide field input on cost trends, productivity, and forecasting
- Support review and approval of major field-driven cost impacts and change events
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
Support key client relationships and participate in high-level project meetings
- Ensure field operations consistently meet or exceed client expectations
- Assist in resolving escalated project issues
Reporting & Communication
Provide regular updates to the Operations Manager on project and field performance
- Ensure consistent and accurate reporting from Site Superintendents
- Communicate organizational priorities and initiatives to field teams
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 8 years of heavy civil, industrial, or commercial construction experience, including senior field leadership roles
- Proven experience managing multiple projects and supervising Superintendents
- Strong knowledge of construction operations, scheduling, and field management practices
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug test
- Local and regional travel as required for projects
- Driver’s license and a safe driving record
SAFETY:
Support the company’s safety and risk management objectives by adhering to established procedures, proactively identifying and addressing potential risks, and contributing to the achievement of safety goals through the use of metrics and continuous improvement efforts.
Don’t hurt yourself, don’t hurt anyone else, and don’t let anyone hurt you; a simple philosophy that has been adopted at Schnabel. We live by this belief to provide a safe and healthy workplace for all our employees and subcontractors.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
- Base Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $165,000.00 depending on experience and work location. Union options are available.
- Company Vehicle and Fuel Card
- 3 Weeks Vacation
- Company Technology
- 401(k) with Company Contributions
- Company Bonus Plan
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
**Salary ranges are determined by a variety of conditions, including regional market factors, relevant experience, education, and skill level. Final offers may vary to ensure alignment with both organizational equity and individual qualifications**
Schnabel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws. We are an E-Verify employer.
Salary : $120,000 - $165,000