Superintendent

Job Description

Are you ready to lead dynamic construction projects and be part of a team that values craftsmanship, innovation, and career growth? We’re looking for a Superintendent who thrives on solving challenges, keeping projects on track, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety.

We are seeking an experienced Superintendent to oversee the day-to-day operations and construction activities on our job sites. The Superintendent will be responsible for ensuring projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with safety and quality standards. This role requires hands-on leadership, strong coordination skills, and the ability to maintain a well-organized and efficient job site.

The ideal candidate has a solid background in construction site management, subcontractor coordination, and quality control. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing job site challenges are essential for success.

Location: This is a hybrid position. We anticipate this role will work primarily from our jobsites in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. This role will be in office at times, and can be based in our Santa Barbara office, or from a remote home office in Santa Barbara County or Ventura County

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

GENERAL

Schedule subcontractors, consultants, and vendors in the critical paths to ensure timely completion

Monitor project progress and take proactive measures to keep the project on schedule

Identify potential delays or obstacles and develop contingency plans to mitigate risks and maintain project timelines

Control the quality of work performed by the department

Communicate with the management team regarding RFIs and submittals

Ensure subcontractors’ adherence to contracted scopes of work

Ensure compliance with local building codes, safety regulations, and quality standards

Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure project requirements are understood and met

Coordinate and schedule inspections with the city, county, and deputy inspectors

Identify and mitigate non-compliance with safety, health, and environmental quality standards

Identify conflicts in construction progress and communicate them to the project team for resolution

Maintain daily logs of activities and personnel on the job site

Oversee timecards compliance for billing and payroll for all employees on a weekly bases through T-Sheets

Walk job site multiple times daily to ensure understanding and awareness of every area of construction

Meet with active subcontractors weekly to coordinate present and upcoming work

Ensure that the job site is always clean, organized, and safe

Issue to-do items to company employees involved with the project

Gather material submittals for communication to the design team and maintain accurate records of approvals

Assist project manager with pre-construction tasks, including initial subcontractor meetings

Create weekly progress reports to review with the project manager that includes questions and deficiencies

Open the job site at the beginning and secure the job site and equipment at the end of each day

Monitor project budgets, track expenses, and ensure efficient utilization of resources

Identify cost-saving opportunities and propose alternative solutions without compromising quality or safety

Assist project manager in budgeting, change order pricing, and plan revisions

Evaluate change requests and modifications to the project scope, schedule, or budget

Maintain detailed project documentation, including daily reports, progress updates, and change orders

Qualification Requirements

Proven experience as a Construction Project Superintendent

Fluency in construction documentation

Expert knowledge of all aspects of construction

Proficient communication via phone, email, written logs, project management software, phone camera

Endurance and ability to visit the entire job site, including stairs or other elevated structures

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Customer service techniques to manage complex client situations and solicit client feedback to improve service

Proficient oral communication, exemplified by a clear and persuasive manner of speaking

Proficient written communication, including the use of correct grammar and spelling - Interpersonal skills to avoid conflict and encourage communication

Proficient in project management software and tools, specifically Procore

Ability to encourage a positive team atmosphere and build morale to meet group commitments and goals

Propensity for organization and effective time management

Professionalism in all situations, including reacting well under pressure and following through on commitments

Commitment to high standards of quality, including unwavering attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Valid construction-related certifications or licenses preferred

Able to pass a background check

Must have valid and drivers license

Travel Time Required

5 to 15% (this is an estimated amount)

Qualifications:

Experience:

5+ years of experience in construction site supervision.

Proven track record of successfully overseeing ground-up or remodel luxury residential construction projects.

Strong background in coordinating subcontractors and managing on-site construction activities.

Skills & Competencies:

Strong leadership and team management abilities.

Proficient in reading construction plans and specifications.

Ability to anticipate and proactively resolve job site issues.

Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, Buildertrend)

Education & Certifications:

High school diploma or equivalent (required); degree in Construction Management or a related field is a plus.

OSHA 30-hour certification (preferred).

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Benefits:

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.

Health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life).

401(k) with company match.

Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.

Career growth opportunities within the company.

Mileage, tool, cell phone reimbursement

Referral program

CORE VALUES

Must be able to exhibit and continuously demonstrate our Company's core values in any situation.

Passion - Care for our clients, our work, and our company.

Brilliance - Be bright, be positive, be exceptional.

Precision - Absolutely no detail is too small or unimportant.

Persistence - The greater the pressure, the brighter the diamond.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work on-site daily and walk/inspect the job site in varying weather conditions.

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and navigate construction environments (ladders, scaffolding, etc.). While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, bend, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, drive, talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Statement of Employer's Rights

This job description does not list all of the duties of this position. You may be asked by management to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.

Clear Construction has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the Company may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

Clear is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a work environment where people from all backgrounds and identities thrive. We firmly believe that more diversity and inclusion in our workforce creates a stronger team, product, and culture.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. We reserve the right to conduct background checks on all of our potential employees.

Full-time

Hybrid remote