Superintendent

Job Description

As a  Superintendent , you are the nucleus of project success —responsible for orchestrating all field and site‑specific construction activities with precision, accountability, and leadership. You ensure projects are safe, clean, organized, and delivered with high morale and strong engagement in safety management.

Key Responsibilities

• Steward safety and the well‑being of all personnel, conduct inspections, and immediately address risks.
• Lead and manage all site activities, including the Chandos' Production System, project design, budget, schedule, performance, subtrades, and profitability.
• Provide direction, mentorship, and oversight to other Superintendents and field staff, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Plan and schedule work, hold milestones, and allocate manpower and materials to meet project goals.
• Remove roadblocks, manage risk, and oversee project setup, execution, and close‑out.
• Ensure conformity with drawings, specifications, and quality standards, while driving workmanship excellence.
• Monitor project budgets and forecasts at the phase‑code and cost‑type level to identify gains and mitigate losses.
• Oversee third‑party monitoring / testing in accordance with contract specifications.
• Act as the owner interface champion , maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring clear communication with project managers and stakeholders.
• Identify training needs, support apprenticeship programs, and build healthy, high‑performing teams.
• Uphold organization, work methods, scheduling discipline, cost control, and lean construction principles.

You operate like a conductor—ensuring every team member plays their part at the right time. You hold people accountable, drive results, and embed safety into every aspect of site operations. You make sure everyone understands the plan and their commitment to achieving it. With grit, collaboration, and a deep understanding of lean principles, you set the tone for excellence and deliver projects that meet or exceed expectations.

Qualifications

These are the MINIMUM requirements :

Additional Information

Chandos is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and this includes our recruitment and hiring process.

We recognize that our differences are our greatest strengths. We uncover talent. We nurture talent. And then we give people the tools they need to use their talent to create a positive impact.