Job Title: Superintendent Job Description The Superintendent independently oversees field operations for commercial construction projects with trade contractor work valued up to approximately $30 million. This role manages the day-to-day coordination of trade partners to ensure high-quality work that meets project schedules, contract documents, and safety standards. The Superintendent serves as the primary on-site leader for safety, logistics, and field execution while supporting constructability reviews, change management, and mentoring of less experienced field staff. Responsibilities + Independently supervise an assigned area of trade contractors on commercial construction projects valued up to approximately $30 million. + Coordinate day-to-day field activities to ensure work aligns with project schedules, contract documents, and quality expectations. + Develop, update, and communicate detailed work plans and look-ahead schedules to trade partners and project stakeholders. + Lead and facilitate subcontractor meetings, daily huddles, and pre-task planning sessions to drive safety, productivity, and coordination. + Act as the primary safety representative on site, reinforcing a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with all safety procedures and standards. + Oversee jobsite logistics, including material deliveries, equipment placement, site access, and sequencing of work. + Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including field reports, daily logs, and records related to work progress and inspections. + Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents to guide field execution and resolve issues. + Monitor and enforce quality control standards, promptly addressing deficiencies and coordinating corrective actions with trade partners. + Support constructability reviews and provide field-based input to improve means and methods, sequencing, and overall project delivery. + Assist with change management by identifying field impacts, supporting pricing efforts, and coordinating implementation of approved changes. + Coordinate inspections with owners, consultants, and authorities having jurisdiction, and ensure timely resolution of any inspection findings. + Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Field Engineers, trade partners, owners, and inspectors to maintain alignment on scope, schedule, and expectations. + Mentor and support less experienced field staff, sharing best practices in safety, quality, coordination, and leadership. + Foster a positive, inclusive, and safety-first work environment that encourages teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement. Essential Skills + 4u20138+ years of experience working as a Superintendent on commercial construction projects valued approximately $15 millionu2013$30 million or more. + Strong field supervision experience managing multiple trade partners and subcontractors on active jobsites. + Demonstrated ability to manage jobsite safety, quality, schedule, and logistics in a fast-paced construction environment. + OSHA 30-hour certification. + Proficiency with construction documentation, including drawings, specifications, and related project documents. + Experience using construction scheduling software and tools to plan, track, and communicate work activities. + Strong communication skills with the ability to lead subcontractor meetings, daily huddles, and pre-task planning sessions. + Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence and coordinate diverse teams in the field. + Solid understanding of commercial construction processes, means and methods, and general contractor operations. + Ability to work on ground-up and vertical commercial construction projects. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bacheloru2019s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (preferred). + STS-C certification (preferred; employer-sponsored certification available if not currently held). + Experience delivering projects in higher education, healthcare, institutional, and Ku201312 sectors (preferred). + Familiarity with projects for major universities and institutional owners (preferred). + Experience in commercial construction management for a general contractor. + Strong commitment to safety and inclusive work environments. + Interest in professional development and pursuing employer-sponsored certifications such as STS-C. Work Environment This is an on-site, field-based role on active commercial construction projects in a fast-paced and highly collaborative jobsite environment. The Superintendent works closely with Project Managers, Field Engineers, trade partners, owners, and inspectors to coordinate daily activities and resolve field issues in real time. The work involves frequent presence in active construction areas, interaction with multiple subcontractors, and regular use of construction documentation and scheduling software. The culture emphasizes a strong safety mindset, inclusive teamwork, and opportunities to work on high-profile institutional, education, and healthcare projects, with employer-sponsored professional development and certifications supporting long-term career growth. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Detroit, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $43.30 - $57.70/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Detroit,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, weu2019ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APACu2014with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. 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Superintendent