Superintendent - Construction
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Walbridge
Columbus, OH, US
Summary
The Superintendent is responsible for planning and supervising craft activities, including determining construction methods, schedules, and manpower levels. They must also coordinate work across different trades and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and engineering specifications.
Job Description
Overview
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for a Construction Superintendent to lead and manage large-scale construction projects. This includes overseeing the entire project lifecycle from feasibility to completion, developing project strategies, plans, and budgets, and assembling qualified project teams. The role also involves scheduling, coordinating, and supervising craft employee activities, which may include supervising various trade groups (electricians, boilermakers, and carpenters) in different construction disciplines such as, civil, structural, electrical.
Walbridge is looking for Superintendents that know how to and love to build!
Location
This long-term project is near Columbus, OH. However, we are seeking individuals highly willing to travel to our client projects on a long-term basis.
Responsibilities
Your key responsibilities
- Project Planning and Strategy: Plan and supervise construction activities, including determining methods, manpower, materials, equipment, and schedules. Ensure work complies with drawings, specifications, and schedules.
- Team Leadership: Coordinate work with different crafts, departments, or contractors. Resolve construction problems and maintain communication with unions.
- Resource Management: Monitor compliance with safety programs and document corrective measures. Ensure materials, equipment, and inspections support project schedules.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate with internal and external stakeholders, including executives, clients, and vendors, to ensure alignment and address any concerns1.
- Performance Monitoring: Track project progress through metrics and reporting, adjusting plans as necessary to meet changing requirements or challenges.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure that all deliverables meet the required quality standards and compliance regulations.
- Innovation and Improvement: Continuously seek ways to optimize processes and improve project outcomes through innovative technologies or methodologies
Qualifications
To qualify for the role, you must have
- A high school diploma or equivalent, and eight (8) + years supervisory experience in similar facility construction technology, commercial or industrial projects.
- Must have experience working on Commercial or Industrial projects with budgets of at least $50M.
- A valid driver’s license in the US and a valid passport required; willingness and ability to travel; travel is estimated at 70+%.
Ideally, you’ll also have
- Advanced understanding of construction scheduling and cost control.
- Experience supervising, motivating and mentoring cross-functional teams.
- Successful background maintaining high safety standards and delivering quality outcomes.
Skills and attributes for success
- Experience in identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks.
- Successful background in maintaining high safety standards and delivering quality outcomes.
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and adapt to changing project requirements.
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EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V
Walbridge is an equal opportunity employer with a culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, status as an individual with a disability, military, or protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning career development, recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment.
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At Carlson Design Group (CDG), we don’t just design buildings – we create high-performance environments that help our clients lead, innovate, and grow.
CDG has delivered integrated architecture and engineering solutions for Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders across the commercial, industrial, and mission-critical sectors for over 50 years.
Our team excels at combining cutting-edge technology with deep expertise to solve our clients’ most complex challenges. We were among the first to adopt a truly integrated project delivery model, uniting multidisciplinary teams and digital tools to deliver smarter, faster, and more reliable outcomes.
We’re known for:
- Pioneering modular building design for scalable, efficient construction;
- Our technology-forward design process that ensures collaboration and transparency from start to finish;
- Proven expertise in high-reliability infrastructure for data centers and other mission-critical environments.
With offices in Atlanta, Detroit, and Mexico City, Carlson Design Group serves clients across the U.S. and beyond – leveraging cross-border collaboration to deliver integrated design solutions that leave a lasting impression.
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Construction
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Peachtree Corners, Georgia
At Carlson Design Group (CDG), we don’t just design buildings – we create high-performance environments that help our clients lead, innovate, and grow.
CDG has delivered integrated architecture and engineering solutions for Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders across the commercial, industrial, and mission-critical sectors for over 50 years.
Our team excels at combining cutting-edge technology with deep expertise to solve our clients’ most complex challenges. We were among the first to adopt a truly integrated project delivery model, uniting multidisciplinary teams and digital tools to deliver smarter, faster, and more reliable outcomes.
We’re known for:
- Pioneering modular building design for scalable, efficient construction;
- Our technology-forward design process that ensures collaboration and transparency from start to finish;
- Proven expertise in high-reliability infrastructure for data centers and other mission-critical environments.
With offices in Atlanta, Detroit, and Mexico City, Carlson Design Group serves clients across the U.S. and beyond – leveraging cross-border collaboration to deliver integrated design solutions that leave a lasting impression.
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Construction
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Peachtree Corners, Georgia