Superintendent Of Construction

Job Title: Superintendent of Construction Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Lead Superintendent to oversee field operations for large-scale commercial construction projects ranging from approximately $5M to $50M+. This individual will serve as a key member of the project leadership team and will be responsible for the day-to-day management of subcontractors, site logistics, safety, quality, scheduling, and overall field execution. The ideal candidate has significant experience leading complex commercial or institutional construction projects and is comfortable independently managing field operations from preconstruction through project completion.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage day-to-day field operations and subcontractors to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to schedule.
- Oversee projects ranging from approximately $5M-$50M+ in value.
- Develop, maintain, and communicate short-term and overall project schedules.
- Monitor construction progress and proactively identify potential schedule, coordination, or constructability issues.
- Develop and communicate field work plans and coordinate changes occurring during construction.
- Maintain a thorough understanding of project drawings, specifications, contracts, and scope requirements.
- Manage overall jobsite logistics, including sequencing of trades, deliveries, site access, material staging, and workforce coordination.
- Lead subcontractor coordination meetings, daily huddles, pre-task planning, and other field meetings.
- Serve as a primary field leader for project safety and ensure subcontractors comply with established safety requirements.
- Promote a strong safety-first jobsite culture across all trades.
- Oversee project quality-control procedures and ensure work meets plans, specifications, and established quality standards.
- Maintain accurate daily reports and project documentation using construction management software.
- Coordinate permitting requirements with subcontractors and project stakeholders.
- Communicate schedule updates, changes, and potential risks to the project team and trade partners.
- Review and assist with the development of scopes of work and subcontractor buyout.
- Assist with tracking time-and-material work and general conditions forecasting.
- Develop contingency plans when schedule or field conditions change.
- Work closely with Project Managers, Project Engineers, subcontractors, ownership, design teams, and other project stakeholders.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, subcontractors, unions, and project partners.
- Mentor and train Field Engineers, Assistant Superintendents, and other field personnel.
- Manage workload and responsibilities of direct reports while ensuring project and company standards are maintained.
- Support a collaborative, accountable, and team-oriented jobsite environment.
Essential Skills
- 712 years of construction experience, with significant experience in a Superintendent or field-leadership capacity.
- Experience leading major components or full construction projects valued at approximately $30M+.
- Strong background in commercial, institutional, or industrial construction.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- OSHA 30 certification.
- Proficiency in commercial construction, safety, subcontractor management, blueprint reading, and general contractor responsibilities.
- Experience managing projects of $30 million or higher.
- Proficiency in Procore and construction blueprints.
- Ability to develop three-week look-ahead schedules and perform schedule edits and quality control.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in K-12, Higher Education, Healthcare, Manufacturing/Warehouse projects.
- Ground-up construction experience is heavily preferred.
- Experience with corporate interiors is beneficial.
Work Environment
The role is onsite, either in Stamford or New Haven (Yale University). The company offers a unique blend of national resources with a local, family-owned feel, providing a close-knit environment with approximately 100 employees in Connecticut. Employees benefit from significant career-growth opportunities and the ability to work on larger and more complex projects while maintaining a supportive and team-oriented culture. The work environment is characterized by strong local leadership and offers long-term career mobility.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Glastonbury, CT.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $150000.00 - $170000.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Glastonbury, CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Glastonbury,CT. About Actalent

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