Operations Superintendent

Operations Superintendent – Field Operations

Teklus Construction | Reno, NV | Full-Time | On-Site | $80,000–$85,000/year | OT Pay | Positions Open: 2

Teklus Construction, a Veteran-Owned & Veteran-Operated general contractor, is hiring an Operations Superintendent to lead shift-level field operations for a major Reno-based operation with full accountability for safe, efficient, high-quality execution.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the senior Teklus representative on site during your shift, you'll direct personnel, coordinate with client representatives and trade partners, and make real-time operational calls on sequencing,

manpower, and method. This is a client-facing leadership role with genuine decision-making authority and a direct path to mentor and develop Operations Leads and Technicians.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Direct overall shift operations, including installation and ongoing field activities
• Serve as senior on-shift point of contact with client representatives, trade partners, and authorized escort personnel
• Lead the shift's participation in daily logistics briefings; align the shift plan with project objectives
• Develop and adjust shift schedules, manpower allocations, and support-team deployments
• Make real-time decisions on sequencing, manpower, equipment, and method to meet operational and safety objectives
• Monitor weather and ambient conditions continuously; communicate status to client operations leads
• Enforce operating constraints; authorize pauses, stand-downs, or method changes as warranted
• Enforce site safety program, stop-work authority, and EHS standards across all on-shift personnel
• Lead immediate response to incidents, equipment failures, and operational disruptions
• Ensure shift turnover documentation is complete and clearly communicated to the incoming shift
• Monitor shift operational metrics, quality outcomes, and safety performance; intervene as needed
• Review and approve crew timecards, daily reports, and equipment logs
• Mentor and develop Operations Leads and Technicians; identify high performers and development needs
• Coordinate subcontractor performance and compliance with project requirements

WHAT YOU BRING

Required:

• 5 years of construction, heavy industrial, or material handling supervisory experience, including 2 years as a Superintendent or comparable role
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification
• Demonstrated leadership of multi-person crews (direct and indirect reports)
• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods and safety standards
• Proficiency with scheduling/reporting tools (Procore, Primavera, or MS Project) and Microsoft Office
• Valid driver's license

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
• STSC, CHST, or comparable safety certification
• Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer
• Experience managing 24/7 operations and shift transitions
• Prior experience supervising tarping, fall protection, or access door operations

SCHEDULE

• Swing (2 PM–10:30 PM)
• Night (10:30 PM–6 AM)

BENEFITS

• 401(k), Roth IRA, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, auto allowance, sick time, and paid time off.

ABOUT TEKLUS CONSTRUCTION

Teklus Construction is a Reno-based general contractor licensed in Nevada and California, and a proud Veteran-Owned & Veteran-Operated company specializing in commercial and industrial construction — general contracting, project planning, quality control, and project

close-out.

The statements contained in this job description are not intended to be a comprehensive list of every duty, responsibility, or qualification associated with the position. Duties may be added, modified, or removed at the discretion of management based on operational needs.

Teklus Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.