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Superintendent - Construction
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What they do
A Construction Superintendent runs day-to-day operations on a construction site and controls the short-term schedule on the site. Also performs important quality control and coordinates subcontractors. Often works in cooperation with construction project manager.
$112,389 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Superintendent
- Construction AppleOne
- 3.8 Washington, DC Job Details $90,000
- $100,000 a year 10 hours ago Benefits Travel reimbursement Company truck Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Construction project reporting Construction specifications Maintaining an organized workspace Management Coordinating with subcontractors on construction projects Project documentation Direct client contact Logistics Schedule management Construction drawing review Construction team management Managing teams in a construction management role Managing projects Clean workspace maintenance Commercial building projects Senior level Construction project closeout Progress tracking (project management tasks) Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a Superintendent•Construction for a direct hire opportunity supporting commercial construction projects.
This role is ideal for a hands-on field leader who enjoys coordinating jobsite operations, working closely with project managers and subcontractors, and keeping projects moving safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards. The Superintendent will serve as the day-to-day leader on active construction sites, ensuring schedules are followed, issues are resolved quickly, and work is completed in alignment with drawings, specifications, safety expectations, and client requirements. This is a strong opportunity for a construction professional who wants stability, responsibility, and the chance to grow with a team that values communication, organization, accountability, and professional field leadership. Candidates who thrive in this role are proactive, detail-oriented, comfortable making decisions in the field, and committed to maintaining a clean, safe, and productive jobsite. Key Responsibilities Lead daily commercial construction activities and coordinate subcontractors, vendors, deliveries, inspections, and site logistics. Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, architectural plans, and civil plans to guide field execution. Monitor project schedules, identify potential delays, and proactively resolve jobsite issues before they impact project progress. Enforce safety standards, maintain quality workmanship, and ensure the jobsite remains clean, organized, and professional. Maintain daily reports, jobsite photos, documentation, punch lists, and project closeout records. Communicate regularly with project managers, clients, inspectors, subcontractors, and field personnel to support successful project completion. Compensation and Benefits Direct hire opportunity.
Salary range:
$90,000 to $100,000 per year. Company-paid travel expenses. Per diem provided. Overnight travel is common, with project stays typically lasting 1 to 3 weeks. Travel is required to commercial construction projects within approximately an 8-hour radius of the Pittsburgh area. Company Truck provided Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans The Know Your Rights poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf The pay transparency policy is available here: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, the Company is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team. AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
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//e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. #2720
Benefits
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance