Job Description

Construction Superintendent – Federal / Commercial / Industrial

Watertown, NY / Projects throughout New York (Relocation assistance available)

$100,000–$130,000 annually + Sign on Bonus

Seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to join an established construction contractor supporting federal/military, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects throughout New York.

This is a hands-on field leadership position for someone who is comfortable independently managing jobsite operations, coordinating subcontractors and vendors, maintaining schedules, and taking projects from preconstruction through final closeout.

Projects range from approximately $100K to $7M and include a mix of ground-up construction, renovations, and infrastructure work, with project durations ranging from six months to two years.

What You'll Do

• Oversee day-to-day field operations for federal/military, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure construction projects.
• Manage projects from preconstruction through completion and closeout.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, vendors, schedules, materials, and site activities.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, plans, specifications, and project documentation.
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with applicable building codes and project requirements.
• Work directly with project ownership and internal project teams to resolve field issues and keep projects moving.
• Assist with project numbers, estimates, costs, and overall project planning.
• Manage approximately 2–3 projects depending on project size and complexity.
• Maintain strong communication with customers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal team members.
• Travel to project sites throughout New York with occasional out-of-state travel as needed.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of field construction experience required.
• Strong experience with ground-up commercial buildings and/or infrastructure projects.
• Previous Superintendent, General Superintendent, Construction Superintendent, or similar field leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, building materials, and applicable building codes.
• Ability to confidently read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Comfortable working with project costs, numbers, and estimates.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable using computers and construction-related software.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 required.
• Stable employment history strongly preferred.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline is a plus but not required for candidates with strong hands-on experience.
• Experience with Sage Timberline, Primavera, and/or Bluebeam is helpful.
• Previous federal or military construction experience is highly desirable.