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Construction Superintendent

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Defender Contracting and Construction

Edwards Air Force Base, CA (In Person)

$107,000 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 4 days ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/4/2026

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Job Description

Job Posting:
Superintendent (Military Construction)
Location:
Edwards Air Force Base, CA This opportunity resides within the field operations team at Defender Contracting and Construction, supporting ongoing federal construction projects at Edwards Air Force Base, California. As a Superintendent, you will play a vital role in delivering mission-critical infrastructure by leading on-site construction activities, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence on complex federal projects.
Who We Are:
Defender Contracting and Construction is a trusted general contractor specializing in federal and military construction across the U.S. Known for delivering high-quality, design-build infrastructure solutions, Defender brings together engineering precision and field execution with an unwavering focus on safety, performance, and compliance . Our team takes pride in supporting national defense missions through disciplined construction management and trusted client partnerships.
What We're Looking For:
We're seeking an experienced, organized, and mission-driven Construction Superintendent to lead field operations at Edwards AFB . The ideal candidate has a strong background in vertical and horizontal construction, federal contracting experience, and a commitment to delivering safe, efficient, and code-compliant work.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Serve as the on-site leadership, overseeing daily field operations.
  • Coordinate subcontractors, site logistics, inspections, and material deliveries.
  • Enforce safety standards (EM 385-1-1, OSHA) and ensure strict compliance.
  • Track and manage schedule progress, quality assurance, and documentation.
  • Use project management software (Procore, Microsoft Project, and others) for daily logs, RFIs, and submittals.
  • Managed the execution of projects from notice to proceed to final completion alongside project management team.
  • Lead by example in job site safety, accountability, and execution.
Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of superintendent experience on federal, military, or multi-trade construction projects.
  • Knowledge of construction standards, design-build protocols, and construction contract compliance.
  • Proficiency with field management systems.
  • OSHA 30, CPR/First Aid certifications preferred.
  • Must be able to gain access to military installations.
Pay:
$98,000.00 - $116,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you available for a full-time, on-site position at Edwards Air Force Base? Are you a U.S. citizen? Are you able to access a U.S. military installation upon successful background screening? Do you have experience working on federal construction contracts such as SABER, JOCC, MACC, or MATOC? How many years of experience do you have managing multi-trade construction projects as a superintendent?
Work Location:
In person