Lead Superintendent, South Bay / Peninsula - Build What Matters

Lead Superintendent, South Bay / Peninsula - Build What Matters

Location: South Bay / Peninsula, San Francisco Bay Area
Employment Type: Full Time, Onsite
Compensation: $170,000 to $190,000 base + Performance Bonus

About Buhler Commercial

Buhler Commercial is a San Francisco–based general contractor delivering high-quality public works, education, and commercial projects across the Bay Area. We are a union signatory builder known for strong execution, collaborative teams, and a commitment to doing things the right way. Our work improves communities. Our culture supports the people doing the work. We are growing, and we are looking for experienced field leaders who take pride in running exceptional jobs.

The Opportunity

This is a true field leadership role. As a Lead Superintendent, you will run the jobsite, lead subcontractors and self-perform crews, and take full ownership of schedule, safety, and quality. You will work alongside a strong PM team and leadership that trusts your judgment and backs your decisions. If you are the kind of builder who likes being in control of the job, solving problems early, and delivering clean, well-run projects, you will thrive here.

What You Will Do

• Lead all onsite construction activities from mobilization through closeout


• Drive schedule performance, including detailed three-week lookaheads


• Manage subcontractors and union field crews with clear expectations and accountability


• Maintain a safe, organized, and high-performing jobsite


• Coordinate with project management, design teams, and inspectors to keep the job moving


• Identify and solve issues before they impact schedule or cost


• Oversee inspections, punch lists, and final delivery


• Maintain accurate daily reporting and documentation using Procore and related tools

What You Bring

• 5+ years as a Superintendent with a general contractor on commercial or public works projects


• Proven ability to run jobs independently and lead field teams with confidence


• Strong understanding of building systems, sequencing, and code requirements


• Clear communicator who can manage multiple stakeholders effectively


• Organized and disciplined in planning and documentation


• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, and scheduling tools


• OSHA 30 (or willingness to obtain)


• Ability to meet project-specific badging and background requirements

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a strong, well-rounded package:

• Base salary: $170,000 to $190,000


• Annual performance bonus


• 100% employer-paid medical coverage


• 75% employer-paid dental and vision


• 401(k) with employer match


• 100% employer-paid life insurance


• Mental health support and employee assistance programs


• Paid vacation, sick time, holidays, and floating holidays


• Paid volunteer days


• Commuter benefits and cell phone stipend


• Ongoing training and professional development

Work Location

This is a full-time onsite role based on a South Bay / Peninsula project, with future projects throughout the Bay Area. Candidates must be local or within a reasonable commute. Relocation is not provided.

Join Us

If you are a strong field leader who takes ownership, runs a tight job, and wants to be part of a company that values quality and accountability, we would like to meet you. This role is for someone who wants to run the job, not sit in meetings all day. We are looking for a superintendent who takes pride in delivering a clean, well-run project without layers of bureaucracy.