Outside Superintendent

About the Job

Job Title: Outside Superintendent
Location: Frederick, MD
Job Type: Full-Time, Field-Based
Salary/Compensation: $80,000–$90,000 annually to start, depending on experience
Additional Compensation: Company vehicle and gas card

Key Skills: Construction Site Supervision, Mechanical Construction, Sheet Metal, HVAC Ductwork, Project Scheduling, Crew Management, Blueprint Reading, Subcontractor Coordination, Quality Control, Jobsite Safety, Material Management, Construction Documentation

About the Company

An established, family-owned mechanical and sheet metal construction company with more than 70 years of industry experience. The company serves Frederick, Maryland, and surrounding communities, with projects typically located within approximately 40 miles of Frederick.

Position Summary

The Outside Superintendent oversees field operations and coordinates construction activities across assigned project sites. This role ensures work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to project plans, specifications, quality standards, and established schedules.

The Superintendent works closely with project managers, foremen, field crews, subcontractors, vendors, and other trades to coordinate manpower, materials, equipment, and daily site activities. The ideal candidate has strong construction field leadership experience, understands mechanical or sheet metal construction, and can manage multiple jobsite priorities while maintaining schedule and quality expectations.

Responsibilities

Field Operations and Project Oversight

- Oversee day-to-day construction activities at assigned project sites.
- Monitor project progress and ensure work follows approved plans, specifications, submittals, and schedules.
- Coordinate field activities with project managers, foremen, subcontractors, vendors, and other trades.
- Ensure work is sequenced efficiently and completed within allocated labor hours and project deadlines.
- Identify field issues, delays, and resource constraints and coordinate corrective actions.
- Conduct regular site visits to assess progress, workmanship, productivity, and overall project conditions.
- Communicate project status, challenges, and schedule concerns to project management.

Crew and Subcontractor Management

- Coordinate field personnel and help ensure appropriate manpower is available for scheduled work.
- Support and guide foremen in managing crews, assignments, and daily production goals.
- Promote accountability, teamwork, and professional conduct across project teams.
- Address performance issues and escalate personnel concerns when necessary.
- Coordinate work between trades to minimize conflicts, rework, and delays.

Scheduling and Resource Management

- Review project schedules and monitor progress against key milestones.
- Coordinate material deliveries, equipment, tools, lifts, and other jobsite resources.
- Verify materials are available, correctly staged, and suitable for planned work.
- Monitor inventory and identify shortages, damaged materials, or equipment issues.
- Coordinate with fabrication and purchasing teams to ensure materials are prepared and delivered as required.

Quality Control and Technical Coordination

- Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and approved submittals.
- Help resolve field conflicts and coordinate required clarifications with project managers and other stakeholders.
- Monitor installation quality and ensure work meets project requirements.
- Identify deficiencies and coordinate timely corrections.
- Maintain project progress photos, field reports, and other relevant construction documentation.

Safety and Compliance

- Promote a strong jobsite safety culture and enforce company safety procedures.
- Monitor field activities for unsafe conditions and ensure corrective actions are taken.
- Inspect tools, lifts, and equipment for safe operating condition.
- Coordinate safety expectations with employees, subcontractors, and other trades.
- Participate in project and supervisory meetings as required.

Reporting and Communication

- Maintain accurate field records, including daily reports, progress updates, timekeeping information, and project documentation.
- Communicate labor requirements, schedule changes, material needs, and field issues to project management.
- Attend construction coordination meetings and provide updates on site progress.
- Perform additional duties as assigned based on business needs.

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Work Environment

- Full-time, field-based position requiring regular travel between construction sites.
- Projects are generally located within approximately 40 miles of Frederick, Maryland.
- Requires working on active construction sites and coordinating with field crews and subcontractors.
- May involve walking jobsites, climbing stairs or ladders, navigating uneven surfaces, and working outdoors or in varying weather conditions.

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Requirements

- At least 3–5 years of relevant construction experience, preferably in a supervisory or field leadership role.
- Experience in mechanical construction, HVAC, sheet metal, ductwork, or a related construction trade preferred.
- Previous experience as a Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, General Foreman, or Construction Foreman preferred.
- Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, specifications, and submittals.
- Understanding of construction sequencing, labor planning, scheduling, and jobsite coordination.
- Experience coordinating field crews, subcontractors, materials, and equipment.
- Strong knowledge of jobsite safety and construction quality standards.
- Excellent organizational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet project deadlines.
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to travel between project sites within the Frederick, Maryland, region.

Benefits

Why Join Us?

- Starting annual salary of $80,000–$90,000, depending on experience.
- Company vehicle and gas card provided for field responsibilities.
- Join a family-owned company with more than 70 years of industry experience.
- Comprehensive insurance and retirement benefits.
- Projects generally located within approximately 40 miles of Frederick, Maryland.

- Company vehicle
- Gas card
- Health insurance
- Onsite clinic and nurse available 24/7 for enrolled employees
- Dental and vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance with long-term care
- 401(k)
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Paid holidays