Senior Superintendent

Actalent
Matthews, NC

Job Title: Senior Superintendent
Job Description

The Lead Construction Superintendent is responsible for providing overall field leadership for large, complex, and/or multi-phase construction projects. This role oversees all on-site operations to ensure projects are executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract documents and quality standards. As a Senior field leader, the Lead Superintendent mentors field staff, drives scheduling and logistics strategies, and serves as the primary field representative. This position requires a leader who leads by example and consistently upholds core values of diligence, respect, humility, and a sense of urgency.

Responsibilities

  • Provide overall field leadership for large-scale, complex, or multi-phase, multi-story, and multi-building construction projects, including oversight of multiple Superintendents and concurrent projects.
  • Develop, maintain, and actively manage the master construction schedule, including phasing plans, look-ahead schedules, and recovery strategies.
  • Coordinate and direct the daily activities of 20+ subcontractors, consultants, and vendors to maintain progress on the critical path.
  • Ensure subcontractors fully understand and comply with their contract scope, schedule requirements, and quality expectations; proactively address deficiencies.
  • Lead subcontractor coordination meetings, preconstruction meetings, and site logistics planning sessions to align all teams on execution strategy.
  • Perform ongoing quality control inspections to ensure work conforms to contract documents, design intent, and company standards.
  • Proactively identify constructability issues, field conflicts, and potential risks, and lead resolution efforts in collaboration with the project team.
  • Serve as the primary field interface with owners, architects, engineers, inspectors, and municipal authorities.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers on RFIs, submittals, sequencing, and material procurement to support efficient field operations.
  • Maintain accurate and timely daily reports using company reporting software to document progress, manpower, weather, site conditions, and delays.
Essential Skills
  • Construction management expertise with a focus on ground-up projects.
  • Experience in subcontractor management and general contracting.
  • Proficiency in commercial construction with an emphasis on hotel and concrete construction.
  • Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in the construction industry.
  • Minimum of 5+ years of experience in job site leadership or superintendent-level roles.
  • Demonstrated experience managing large, complex projects and multiple subcontractors with minimal oversight.
  • Proven ability to mentor and lead field personnel.
  • OSHA 30-hour certification required (OSHA 10-hour minimum).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required; additional technical or trade education preferred.
  • Extensive familiarity with multiple construction trades and sequencing.
  • Strong working knowledge of construction-related technology and field management software.
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and contract documents.
  • CPR / First Aid certification preferred.
Work Environment

The work site is a large multi-phase apartment build in Charlotte, NC. The project includes a $75 million first phase with site work valued at $10 million. It encompasses four 5-story buildings with podium and post-tension concrete for residential areas above a parking deck. Sequencing of multiple buildings will be crucial.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Matthews, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $67.31/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Matthews,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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