We’re seeking a Project Superintendent for one of our clients in Sebastopol, CA. This is a direct hire role with a pay range between $111,000 – $135,000 annually based on experience. The schedule is Monday through Friday. If you’re interested in this role, apply today! We’d love to see your resume!
Benefits if hired by client: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) with 3% employer match, paid time off and holidays, employee assistance program.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead all onsite construction activities from project startup through final closeout.
- Serve as the primary field leader and point of contact for subcontractors, owners, architects, inspectors,
- and project stakeholders.
- Lead by example as a hands-on Superintendent, remaining actively engaged in field operations, coaching
- crews, solving technical challenges, and supporting project teams to ensure successful execution.
- Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, inspections, deliveries, and self-perform crews.
- Develop and maintain detailed short-interval (two-week look-ahead) schedules.
- Maintain organized, efficient, and professional jobsites.
- Review construction documents, specifications, RFIs, ASIs, submittals, shop drawings, and contract requirements.
- Coordinate project sequencing to maximize efficiency while maintaining quality and schedule.
- Identify project risks early and proactively implement solutions before they impact cost or schedule.
- Assist Project Managers with RFIs, change orders, scheduling updates, and field coordination.
- Maintain accurate daily reports, photo documentation, and project records.
- Monitor labor productivity and equipment utilization.
- Foster a positive, accountable, and collaborative job site culture.
- Mentor Foremen, Assistant Superintendents, apprentices, and field personnel.
- Develop field leaders by providing coaching, guidance, and constructive feedback.
- Promote teamwork between field and office staff.
- Conduct weekly coordination meetings and daily communication with project teams.
- Champion the company’s commitment to safety.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
- Conduct daily safety observations and regular job site inspections.
- Lead weekly safety meetings and enforce PPE requirements.
- Maintain site-specific safety documentation and emergency action plans.
- Hold subcontractors accountable for maintaining safe work practices.
- Ensure all work complies with project plans, specifications, and applicable building codes.
- Proactively identify design conflicts and coordinate solutions with the Project Manager.
- Minimize rework through planning, inspections, and continuous quality monitoring.
- Verify completed work before inspections and owner walkthroughs.
- Build strong relationships with owners, architects, consultants, inspectors, and subcontractors.
- Represent the company professionally in every interaction.
- Maintain positive relationships with neighboring businesses and the surrounding community.
- Provide exceptional customer service throughout the project lifecycle.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications
- Minimum 7–10 years of commercial construction field leadership experience as a Superintendent.
- Demonstrated success leading commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
- Experience managing commercial construction projects valued at $2-$5 million or greater (or projects of similar size and complexity).
- Proven ability to coordinate multiple trades while maintaining schedule, quality, and budget.
- Strong understanding of commercial construction means and methods.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, civil, and MEP drawings.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate issues before they affect schedule or cost.
- Ability to effectively prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Valid California Driver’s License.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field.
- OSHA 30 Certification.
- First Aid/CPR Certification.
- Experience with self-performing carpentry.
- Experience delivering negotiated and design-built commercial projects.
Company Description
Excel Personnel Services is a full-service employment agency serving California’s Central Coast and beyond since 1995. We help match you with both temporary and full-time jobs that are a terrific fit for your skills, experience, and interests.