Construction Superintendent

Job summary

Lead field operations and supervise crews across multiple job sites to deliver high-quality projects safely. Coordinate on-site activities, enforce safety standards, and serve as the primary contact for clients and internal teams.

Job details

Build Your Career. Build Your Legacy. At Western Specialty Contractors, You’re an Owner. For more than 110 years, Western Specialty Contractors has been building more than projects—we’ve been building people, careers, and communities. Founded in St. Louis and proudly employee‑owned through our ESOP, we are the nation’s largest specialty contractor, restoring and protecting building envelopes through expertise in facades, concrete, roofing, and waterproofing. Why Western? As an employee-owned company, you’re not just working for Western—you’re working with Western. Every team member has a stake in our success. That ownership mindset fuels a culture where people look out for each other, take pride in their work, and know their contributions truly matter. Grow With Us With 30+ branches nationwide, Western offers opportunities to build a career that grows with you. From hands-on field experience to specialized training and leadership development, we invest in your future at every stage. POSITION OVERVIEW We are seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations, manage crews, and deliver projects safely and with high quality. This role is essential in coordinating jobsite activities, enforcing safety and quality standards, and serving as a key point of contact for clients and project teams. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Recruit and hire field personnel. Lead, train, and supervise field crews across multiple job sites Plan, coordinate, and schedule on-site construction activities Enforce OSHA and company safety policies; conduct regular inspections Capable of reviewing blueprints, specifications, and project documents Perform quality control inspections and ensure compliance Monitor schedules, productivity, and project milestones Maintain daily logs, safety reports, and inspection documentation Communicate professionally with clients and internal teams Troubleshoot jobsite challenges and make timely decisions QUALIFICATIONS Proven superintendent or construction leadership experience Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications. Experience managing multiple crews or job sites Knowledge of OSHA standards; certification preferred Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills WORK REQUIREMENTS Ability to travel to assigned jobsites Long hours as required by project demands Physically capable of working in active construction environments WHAT WE VALUE Integrity • Safety • Quality • Leadership • Accountability • Continuous Improvement Compensation for this role is determined using a variety of factors, including experience, skills, internal equity, market benchmarks, and the cost of labor in the different geographic locations where we operate. In addition to base pay, this position may also be eligible for: Beneficial ownership in the Company through Western's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Participation in the Company’s annual performance-based bonus program. A comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, maternity leave, and additional benefits designed to support employees and their families. US Pay Range $84,000—$130,000 USD Western Specialty Contractors does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other reason prohibited by law in the provision of employment opportunities and benefits. To view Western Specialty Contractors' SMS Terms of Service, click here. To view Western Specialty Contractors' SMS Privacy Statement, click here.

What you’ll do

Lead field operations and supervise crews across multiple job sites to deliver high-quality projects safely. Coordinate on-site activities, enforce safety standards, and serve as the primary contact for clients and internal teams.

Requirements

Requires proven experience in construction leadership and the ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. Candidates must have knowledge of OSHA standards and the physical capability to work in active construction environments.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Annual Performance-based Bonus
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan With Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Maternity Leave

Listed skills

• Quality Control · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Field Operations Management
• Crew Supervision
• Project Scheduling
• OSHA Compliance
• Blueprint Reading
• Quality Control
• Budget Monitoring
• Client Communication
• Troubleshooting
• Construction Leadership
• Safety Inspections
• Project Documentation

Job areas

• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Trades
• Engineering
• Security & Safety

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