Superintendent- Reno

Superintendent

Location: Reno, Nevada

Employment Type: Full-time

Company Overview

For nearly 50 years, United Construction Company has proudly designed and built over 75 million square feet of facilities across the United States, creating spaces that inspire and serve communities. Our diverse portfolio spans private and public sector projects, including education, institutional, office, aviation, retail, medical, industrial, and tenant improvement initiatives.

At United Construction, we bring steady hands, straight talk, and a commitment to doing the job right—no shortcuts, no surprises. We don’t just construct buildings—we build trust, one project at a time. Our dedication to excellence and innovation shines through in our design/build, design-bid-build, and CMAR project delivery methods.

With a heartfelt commitment to our customers and communities, we approach every project with integrity, collaboration, and care, ensuring each structure we create stands as a testament to quality and enduring partnerships.

Job Overview

The Superintendent will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of construction sites, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety. The ideal candidate will have strong scheduling skills and be proficient in Procore and Microsoft Project.

Key Responsibilities

The list below is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. This professional in this role will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the position's changing role within the organization and the overall business objectives of the organization.

• Site Management: Direct and supervise all on-site construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, project specifications, and quality standards.
• Scheduling: Develop, implement, and maintain detailed project schedules using Microsoft Project, coordinating with project managers and subcontractors to ensure timely completion of tasks and milestones.
• Procore Utilization: Effectively use Procore for project management, including tracking progress, managing documentation, and facilitating communication among team members.
• Project Coordination: Collaborate with project managers, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure effective communication and seamless coordination of work activities.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor construction crews and subcontractors, fostering a productive and safe work environment.
• Quality Control: Conduct regular inspections of ongoing work to ensure adherence to plans, specifications, and quality standards.
• Safety Management: Enforce safety protocols and best practices, conducting safety meetings and training sessions to maintain a safe job site.
• Problem-Solving: Proactively address any issues or challenges that arise on-site, providing solutions to keep the project on schedule.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of construction activities, daily logs, and project documentation, reporting progress and issues to project management.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Superintendent in the construction industry, with a focus on scheduling.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred not required.
• Strong proficiency in scheduling software, specifically Microsoft Project, and project management tools, particularly Procore.
• In-depth knowledge of construction processes, building codes, and safety regulations.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to challenges.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Ability to read and interpret construction blueprints and documents.
• Obtain OSHA certifications and other safety qualifications.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to job sites as required.

Work Environment/ Physical Demands

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and the risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level in the office work environment is usually quiet, while the noise level in the field can vary from moderate to severe.
• handle performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.

The employee frequently is required to sit.

• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• A positive and collaborative work environment

Why United Construction?

At United Construction Company, we foster a vibrant and inclusive work environment where all team members contributions are deeply valued, and professional growth is nurtured with care. With a legacy of delivering exceptional projects across the United States, our team is renowned for its unwavering integrity, collaborative spirit, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Join us to build not just structures, but meaningful careers and lasting relationships, grounded in trust and a shared commitment to making a positive impact.

United Construction is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at United Construction is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence.

United Construction does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.