Construction Superintendent

Title: Construction Superintendent 
Location: Hartford, CT
Duration: 6 month contract, possible contract to hire 
Pay:  $50-$60
Overtime is 1.5x 
 

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee daily field operations for smaller-scale medical building and commercial construction projects in the Hartford, CT area. This role is responsible for managing the day-to-day activities on site, coordinating subcontractors and trades, maintaining project schedules, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to established quality standards.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on field leader who can work independently, communicate effectively with subcontractors and project teams, and keep a project moving from mobilization through final closeout.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee daily field operations for assigned construction projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and trade partners to ensure work is progressing according to schedule.
• Develop and maintain short-term look-ahead schedules and coordinate upcoming activities with the project team.
• Monitor project progress and identify potential scheduling, manpower, material, or coordination issues.
• Coordinate MEP activities and sequencing between mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other trades.
• Conduct regular site walks and inspections to verify work is being performed according to plans, specifications, and project requirements.
• Maintain a strong focus on jobsite safety and ensure subcontractors are following applicable safety requirements.
• Conduct and document safety meetings, inspections, and site observations as required.
• Monitor quality of work and address deficiencies or issues as they arise.
• Coordinate inspections and assist with resolving inspection-related issues.
• Maintain accurate daily reports documenting manpower, progress, site conditions, deliveries, inspections, and other relevant project activities.
• Review drawings and specifications and communicate field issues or discrepancies to the appropriate project team members.
• Coordinate material deliveries and ensure materials are available when needed to maintain project progress.
• Manage punch-list activities and coordinate completion of outstanding work.
• Assist with project turnover, commissioning, and final closeout activities.
• Maintain organized project documentation and communicate project status to the Project Manager and other stakeholders.
• Build productive working relationships with subcontractors, owners, vendors, inspectors, and project team members.
• Represent the company professionally on the jobsite.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction field experience, preferably in a Superintendent or similar field leadership role.
• Experience managing commercial construction projects.
• Experience with medical, healthcare, multifamily, interior renovation, or similar building projects preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and day-to-day field operations.
• Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and trades.
• Working knowledge of MEP systems and coordination.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently manage field operations while maintaining communication with the project management team.
• Strong understanding of construction safety practices and OSHA requirements.
• OSHA 30 certification strongly preferred.
• Procore experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to document project activities accurately and maintain organized records.

FootBridge is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We make employment decisions based on qualifications and business needs, without discrimination on any basis, and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.