Job Description

Commercial Roofing Superintendent

Location: San Francisco Bay Area / Silicon Valley, CA
Position Type: Full-Time

A growing commercial roofing contractor is seeking an experienced Roofing Superintendent to oversee field operations for commercial, industrial, and multi-family roofing projects throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.

This position is responsible for supervising field crews, coordinating project execution, maintaining quality standards, enforcing job-site safety, and ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within budget. The ideal candidate is a hands-on field leader with broad technical knowledge of commercial roofing systems and an established network of skilled roofing professionals and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

Field Leadership & Workforce Management

• Direct the day-to-day activities of roofing crews, foremen, and subcontractors across multiple active projects.
• Utilize existing industry relationships to recruit, coordinate, and retain qualified field personnel.
• Assign manpower based on project schedules, production requirements, and workforce availability.
• Coach and mentor field personnel while maintaining productivity, accountability, and high workmanship standards.
• Coordinate staffing needs to maximize efficiency while minimizing downtime and unnecessary labor costs.

Project Execution & Quality Assurance

• Oversee installation activities for a wide range of commercial and multi-family roofing systems, including:
  • TPO
  • PVC
  • EPDM
  • Built-Up Roofing (BUR)
  • Modified Bitumen
  • Fluid-Applied Roofing Systems
  • Metal Roofing
  • Asphalt Shingle and Tile Roofing
• Perform routine job-site inspections throughout each phase of construction.
• Verify that installations comply with manufacturer specifications, contract documents, applicable building codes, and warranty requirements.
• Identify installation issues early and implement practical field solutions to maintain project quality and schedule.
• Review flashing details, penetrations, edge conditions, drainage, and final punch-list items prior to project completion.

Safety Leadership

• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture on every project.
• Ensure compliance with Cal/OSHA regulations, company safety policies, fall protection requirements, PPE standards, and heat illness prevention procedures.
• Conduct routine job-site safety inspections and daily or weekly toolbox talks.
• Investigate incidents, document findings, and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Maintain accurate safety documentation and field reports.

Scheduling & Site Coordination

• Coordinate material deliveries, equipment scheduling, crane lifts, and site logistics to support uninterrupted production.
• Communicate regularly with project managers regarding manpower, schedules, production progress, and field challenges.
• Maintain organized, clean, and professional job sites throughout each project.
• Serve as the primary field representative when interacting with customers, property managers, facility personnel, consultants, inspectors, and other project stakeholders.

Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum of five years of experience as a Commercial Roofing Superintendent, General Foreman, or similar field leadership role.
• Demonstrated success supervising commercial, industrial, and multi-family roofing projects from mobilization through completion.
• Experience managing multiple projects and coordinating numerous field crews simultaneously is preferred.

Technical Knowledge

Strong working knowledge of:

• Single-ply roofing systems (TPO, PVC, EPDM)
• Built-Up Roofing (BUR)
• Modified Bitumen
• Fluid-Applied Roofing Systems
• Architectural and structural sheet metal
• Asphalt shingles
• Concrete and clay tile roofing
• Manufacturer installation standards and warranty requirements

Leadership Skills

• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop roofing crews.
• Strong organizational and scheduling abilities.
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to make sound field decisions in fast-paced environments.

Certifications & Requirements

• OSHA 30 Certification required.
• CPR and First Aid Certification preferred.
• Working knowledge of Cal/OSHA regulations and construction safety best practices.
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills strongly preferred to effectively supervise diverse field personnel and subcontractors.
• Valid California driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Comfortable using tablets, smartphones, and mobile applications for daily reports, production tracking, and communication.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation

• Competitive base salary ranging from $95,000 to $125,000, based on experience, technical expertise, leadership ability, and local industry relationships.

Benefits

• Dedicated company truck or company vehicle
• Fuel card
• Company-issued mobile phone
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement savings program

Why Join Our Team?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected commercial roofing contractor where field leadership plays a critical role in project success. You'll have the autonomy to lead experienced crews, work on a diverse portfolio of commercial and industrial roofing projects, and contribute to the continued growth of a company that values safety, quality, accountability, and professional development.

If this seems like the right opportunity for you or you'd like to learn more please send your resume in strict confidence to: pfenton@talentsphere.ca or call me direct at: 469-498-2002 (ext 768). Paul