Job Description
Construction Superintendent
📍 Carlsbad, CA (with regional travel as needed)
🕒 Full-Time | 💼 Permanent
About the Company
We’re representing a nationally respected design-build contractor in California, known for delivering complex federal, healthcare, and commercial projects throughout the Western U.S. With a strong presence on Department of Defense and institutional builds, this firm has built its reputation on quality, collaboration, and long-term client partnerships.
They self-perform select scopes and operate with full in-house design capabilities — giving their superintendents direct access to decision-makers and project architects throughout every stage of delivery.
The Opportunity
As a Superintendent, you’ll take charge of on-site operations, managing daily field activity and coordinating subcontractors, safety, and schedule. Projects may include design-build construction for military, medical, or other mission-critical clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all field operations on assigned job sites
- Coordinate subcontractors, field staff, and material deliveries
- Enforce safety protocols and quality control measures
- Maintain daily logs and project reporting
- Ensure project milestones and deadlines are met
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of experience as a Superintendent on vertical commercial or federal projects
- Previous experience on design-build or government-funded jobs is strongly preferred
- Strong communication and coordination skills with project managers, architects, and field teams
- OSHA 30 and First Aid/CPR required; EM 385 and STS certifications preferred
- Proficiency with MS Office and construction management platforms like Procore or Primavera
What’s on Offer
✔ Competitive base salary (DOE)
✔ Full benefits: health, vision, dental, and 401(k) with company match
✔ Vehicle allowance or company truck
✔ Per diem and paid travel for out-of-area projects
✔ Long-term stability with a well-capitalised, values-driven builder