Commercial Superintendent

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Superintendent to oversee field operations for large-scale commercial and multifamily construction projects throughout the Memphis area. This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for managing day-to-day jobsite activities, coordinating subcontractors and trades, maintaining project schedules, and ensuring work is completed safely and to established quality standards.

AlphaHire is recruiting on behalf of an established general contractor specializing in commercial construction, design-build, and construction management. The ideal candidate is a proven field leader with strong commercial construction experience who can successfully drive projects from mobilization through final completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day field operations for commercial and multifamily construction projects from site mobilization through closeout.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, trade partners, suppliers, inspectors, and other project stakeholders.
• Develop, maintain, and manage construction schedules to ensure project milestones and completion dates are met.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and proactively address scheduling, manpower, quality, and coordination issues.
• Enforce jobsite safety requirements and ensure compliance with OSHA standards and company safety policies.
• Maintain high standards for workmanship and quality control throughout all phases of construction.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation to identify and resolve potential field conflicts.
• Work closely with Project Managers to coordinate project priorities, sequencing, logistics, and schedule requirements.
• Conduct regular jobsite and subcontractor meetings to communicate schedule updates, safety expectations, and project priorities.
• Identify field challenges early and implement practical solutions to minimize delays and maintain project progress.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, site documentation, progress updates, and other required project records.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with clients, architects, subcontractors, inspectors, and project team members.
• Oversee project punch lists, inspections, turnover, and final closeout activities.

• 7+ years of commercial construction superintendent or field leadership experience.
• Proven experience managing large-scale commercial and/or multifamily construction projects through all phases of construction.
• General contractor experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction scheduling, sequencing, subcontractor coordination, quality control, and jobsite safety.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and other project documentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make effective field decisions and keep projects moving forward.
• Excellent leadership, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple subcontractors and trades in an active construction environment.
• Local Memphis-area candidates preferred.
• Must successfully complete reference checks and a pre-employment drug screening.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health insurance options.
• Retirement plan options.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Company-sponsored benefits and programs.
• Opportunity to work on significant commercial and multifamily projects with an established general contractor.