Superintendent

Job Title: Superintendent – Commercial ConstructionLocation: Tampa, FLPosition OverviewLHH is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee the day-to-day field operations of commercial construction projects ranging from $10 million to $100 million. Based in the Tampa, Florida market, this individual will be responsible for coordinating all on-site construction activities, managing subcontractor performance, maintaining project schedules, enforcing safety standards, and ensuring work is completed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, and quality requirements. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of successfully supervising large-scale commercial construction projects, coordinating multiple trades, and maintaining a safe, organized, and productive jobsite. This role requires strong field leadership, scheduling, communication, problem-solving, and construction management skills, as well as the ability to work closely with Project Managers, subcontractors, design professionals, inspectors, and ownership representatives.Key ResponsibilitiesField Operations & Project ExecutionManage and oversee daily on-site construction activities from mobilization through project completion and turnover.Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, vendors, and field personnel to ensure efficient project execution.Establish daily, weekly, and short-term work plans to maintain productivity and achieve project milestones.Ensure construction activities are performed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and applicable building codes.Monitor site logistics, material deliveries, equipment utilization, temporary facilities, and overall jobsite organization.Identify field conflicts, construction challenges, and potential delays, implementing corrective actions in coordination with the Project Manager.Maintain a professional, organized, and productive construction site throughout the project lifecycle.Scheduling & Subcontractor CoordinationDevelop, maintain, and communicate detailed look-ahead schedules in coordination with the Project Manager and project team.Monitor subcontractor progress, manpower levels, material availability, and sequencing of work.Coordinate multiple trades to minimize conflicts, rework, and schedule disruptions.Identify critical-path activities and proactively address issues that could impact project milestones.Lead daily huddles, weekly subcontractor coordination meetings, and field progress meetings as appropriate.Verify that subcontractors are prepared to perform scheduled work and are meeting contractual and project requirements.Communicate schedule impacts, delays, and recovery plans to the Project Manager and company leadership.Safety & OSHA ComplianceEnforce a proactive jobsite safety culture consistent with OSHA requirements and company safety policies.Maintain a valid OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification.Conduct regular jobsite safety inspections, toolbox talks, and coordination with subcontractor safety representatives.Identify unsafe conditions and work practices and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.Verify that subcontractors follow applicable safety procedures, use required personal protective equipment, and maintain appropriate site safeguards.Coordinate incident reporting, investigations, and follow-up corrective actions with company safety personnel.Maintain safe access, housekeeping, fall protection, and appropriate site controls throughout construction.Quality Control & WorkmanshipMonitor construction activities to ensure work meets project plans, specifications, approved submittals, and established quality standards.Coordinate required inspections, testing, special inspections, and authority having jurisdiction visits.Identify deficiencies, document nonconforming work, and ensure timely correction.Review upcoming work with subcontractors to confirm readiness, sequencing, materials, and installation requirements.Coordinate with the Project Manager and design team to resolve field discrepancies and design conflicts.Support punch-list development, completion, and final project turnover.Minimize rework through proactive coordination, quality inspections, and communication with trade partners.Documentation & CommunicationMaintain accurate daily field reports documenting manpower, weather, deliveries, inspections, work completed, and jobsite conditions.Document schedule progress, delays, site issues, safety observations, and subcontractor performance.Coordinate requests for information (RFIs), field clarifications, and drawing revisions with the Project Manager.Review construction drawings and specifications to identify conflicts and potential constructability concerns.Communicate field conditions and project risks promptly to the Project Manager and relevant stakeholders.Participate in owner, architect, engineer, and subcontractor meetings as required.Maintain current drawings, site documentation, inspection records, and other required field records.Team Leadership & CollaborationProvide clear direction, leadership, and accountability to subcontractors and field personnel.Work closely with the Project Manager to align field execution with project budgets, schedules, procurement plans, and contractual requirements.Coordinate with assistant superintendents, project engineers, safety personnel, and other field team members as applicable.Foster collaborative relationships with subcontractors, inspectors, vendors, owners, and design professionals.Resolve field issues professionally and escalate significant cost, schedule, safety, or quality concerns promptly.Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, productivity, and continuous improvement.Required QualificationsMinimum of 5 years of experience as a Construction Superintendent or in an equivalent commercial construction field leadership role.Demonstrated experience overseeing commercial construction projects with individual project values ranging from $10 million to $100 million.Valid OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification.Strong knowledge of commercial construction means and methods, sequencing, subcontractor coordination, and field operations.Proven ability to manage multiple subcontractors and trades on complex commercial construction sites.Experience developing and managing look-ahead schedules and coordinating work to meet critical project milestones.Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and submittals.Working knowledge of construction safety requirements, quality control procedures, and applicable building codes.Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Ability to identify field conflicts, anticipate project risks, and implement practical solutions.Proficiency with construction management software and digital field reporting tools.Ability to work on active construction sites and travel to project locations as required.