Trade Superintendent -

Structural Concrete & MasonryLocation:

Melbourne, FLJob Type:

Full-TimePosition SummaryWe are seeking a Trade Superintendent with a strong, hands-on background in structural concrete and masonry construction to lead field operations for commercial projects.

This is a Division 03/04 trade position. The ideal candidate will come directly from the concrete and/or masonry trades and have progressed through hands-on field roles such as Concrete Finisher, Foreman, General Foreman, or Trade Superintendent.

The successful candidate must have direct field experience with structural concrete formwork, rebar/reinforcing, concrete placement and pours, structural concrete, and CMU/block masonry.

IMPORTANT

NO GC SUPERINTENDENTSThis position is NOT for General Contractor (GC) Superintendents.

We are specifically seeking candidates whose primary career background is in the structural concrete and/or masonry trades.

Candidates whose experience is primarily as a GC Superintendent, General Construction Superintendent, Residential Superintendent, Project Manager, MEP Superintendent, Inspector, or BIM Coordinator are not the target profile for this position.

Key ResponsibilitiesStructural Concrete & MasonryLead daily field operations for structural concrete and masonry work.

Supervise and direct concrete and masonry crews in the field.

Plan daily production, manpower, materials, equipment, and work sequencing.

Direct concrete formwork and forming operations.

Coordinate and supervise rebar and reinforcing steel installation.

Manage concrete placement, finishing, and large or continuous concrete pours.

Oversee foundations, footings, structural walls, columns, slabs, elevated decks, and other structural concrete elements.

Supervise CMU/block masonry installation, including layout, alignment, coursing, openings, and quality.

Read and interpret structural drawings, blueprints, specifications, and construction details.

Coordinate concrete and masonry activities to maintain efficient production.

Field LeadershipLead and mentor concrete and masonry field crews.

Assign daily work and monitor crew productivity.

Maintain a strong, hands-on presence throughout active construction areas.

Identify and resolve field issues affecting production, quality, or schedule.

Communicate daily production goals and priorities.

Coordinate labor, materials, tools, and equipment.

Scheduling & ProductionDevelop and manage daily and weekly trade schedules.

Monitor production against project milestones.

Coordinate sequencing of formwork, reinforcing, concrete placement, and masonry operations.

Address material, manpower, weather, and field conditions affecting production.

Work with project management to maintain project schedules.

Quality ControlInspect structural concrete and masonry work for compliance with plans and specifications.

Monitor formwork, reinforcing, concrete placement, finishing, and masonry quality.

Identify deficiencies and ensure timely corrections.

Maintain required workmanship and quality standards.

SafetyEnforce OSHA and company safety requirements.

Conduct toolbox talks and daily safety discussions.

Maintain safe working conditions for field crews.

Monitor proper use of PPE, equipment, and fall protection.

Promote a strong field safety culture.

Documentation & CommunicationMaintain daily field and production reports.

Track manpower, materials, equipment, and work progress.

Communicate field conditions and production updates.

Assist with RFIs, inspections, and project documentation as required.

Required Qualifications5+ years of direct structural concrete and/or masonry trade experience preferred.10-15 years of relevant trade experience preferred.

Previous experience as a Concrete Finisher, Concrete Foreman, General Foreman, Masonry Foreman, Concrete Superintendent, Masonry Superintendent, or Trade Superintendent.

Direct experience with structural concrete formwork.

Direct experience with rebar/reinforcing steel.

Direct experience with concrete placement and large/continuous pours.

Strong understanding of structural concrete construction methods and field sequencing.

CMU/block masonry experience preferred.

Ability to read and interpret structural drawings and construction plans.

Proven experience leading field crews and maintaining production.

OSHA 10 certification required; OSHA 30 preferred.

First Aid/CPR certification preferred.

Valid driver's license.

Comfortable working primarily in the field.

Able to walk active construction sites and climb stairs regularly.

Preferred Trade BackgroundCandidates who have worked directly for the following are strongly preferred:

Structural Concrete ContractorsConcrete ContractorsConcrete SubcontractorsMasonry ContractorsDivision 03 Specialty ContractorsDivision 04 Masonry ContractorsStructural Concrete/Formwork ContractorsIdeal career progression:

Concrete/Masonry Laborer → Concrete Finisher → Foreman → General Foreman → Trade SuperintendentExperience We Are SeekingThe successful candidate should have personally performed, supervised, or directly led structural concrete and masonry work in the field.

Strong experience should include:

Concrete formworkRebar and reinforcingStructural concreteConcrete placementContinuous/large concrete poursFoundations and footingsStructural walls and columnsElevated slabs/decksCMU/block masonryCrew supervisionField productionSimply managing concrete or masonry subcontractors is not the same as having direct trade experience.

Key SkillsStructural ConcreteConcrete FormworkRebar & ReinforcingConcrete Placement & FinishingLarge/Continuous Concrete PoursFoundations & FootingsStructural Walls & ColumnsElevated Slabs/DecksCMU / Block MasonryBlueprint & Structural Plan ReadingCrew LeadershipField SupervisionProduction SchedulingQuality ControlOSHA SafetyProblem SolvingTools & TechnologyProcoreGoogle WorkspaceMicrosoft ExcelAdobeiPadBenefitsHealth InsuranceVision InsuranceDental Insurance80 hours PTO available within 90 daysPaid HolidaysCompany VehicleCompany Fuel CardCareer Growth OpportunitiesReporting StructureReports to the Project Manager on a project-based basis.

Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate is a hands-on structural concrete and masonry trade professional whose career has been built in the field and progressed into trade leadership.

The strongest candidates will have a demonstrated background in:

Formwork

+ Rebar

+ Concrete Pours

+ Structural Concrete

+ CMU/Masonry

+ Crew LeadershipThis is a trade superintendent position for a structural concrete/masonry professional - not a GC Superintendent position.