Superintendent

Construction Superintendent – Commercial General Contractor, Pacific Northwest

The Fordy Group has partnered with a leading commercial General Contractor in the Pacific Northwest to find an experienced Construction Superintendent. The company is known for delivering complex, high-profile projects that make a positive difference to local communities. Their portfolio includes K-12 and higher education facilities, hospitality developments, public safety buildings, civic projects and other landmark commercial buildings.

As a Construction Superintendent, you will lead all field operations from mobilization through closeout. You will own site safety, schedule, quality and subcontractor performance. You will also work closely with Project Managers and project teams to deliver projects safely, on time and to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day site operations, including supervising self-perform crews, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Champion a strong safety culture by running site safety programs, jobsite inspections, toolbox talks and OSHA compliance.
• Work with Project Managers to develop and maintain the master schedule, three-week look-aheads, site logistics plans and phasing plans.
• Coordinate and sequence trade work, deliveries and inspections to keep the project on schedule.
• Oversee quality control, including pre-installation meetings, field inspections, mock-ups and deficiency tracking.
• Run regular subcontractor coordination meetings and take part in OAC meetings.
• Spot field issues early, raise RFIs and work with the design team to resolve conflicts promptly.
• Coordinate municipal and third-party inspections, and keep work in line with permits, building codes and regulatory requirements.
• Track labor productivity, forecast manpower needs and manage self-perform labor.
• Keep accurate daily reports, site diaries, photo records and as-built mark-ups.
• Support preconstruction with constructability reviews, value engineering input and schedule development.
• Work on projects using a range of delivery methods, including Lump Sum, CM/GC and Design-Build.
• Help with change management by documenting field conditions and reviewing change order scope.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, inspectors and trade partners.
• Lead closeout in the field, including punch lists, commissioning, system start-up, final inspections, Certificate of Occupancy and owner turnover.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of Superintendent experience in commercial construction.
• Proven track record of running ground-up commercial, public, institutional or complex projects.
• Experience with public works and prevailing wage projects preferred.
• OSHA 30-Hour certification required. First Aid/CPR preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, building codes, sequencing and safety regulations.
• Proficiency with Procore, MS Project or Primavera P6, Bluebeam and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage multiple trades, priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and relationship-building skills.
• Customer-focused mindset with a professional, collaborative approach.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean, insurable driving record.

Compensation & Benefits

This organization offers a highly competitive compensation package that rewards performance and supports long-term career growth, including:

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Gas card/fuel allowance
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life insurance and supplemental insurance options
• Mental health and wellness programs
• Generous 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Professional development and advancement opportunities

Work Environment

This is mainly a field-based role on active construction sites. Candidates should be comfortable walking job sites, climbing stairs and ladders, standing for long periods and working in a range of weather conditions.

Employment Eligibility

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this position.