About the Role
The Project Superintendent at XL Construction leads field operations, managing people, materials, schedules, and safety from preconstruction to completion. This role requires deep construction knowledge, strong planning skills, and the ability to build relationships, driving performance while championing quality, safety, and professionalism.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain Preconstruction and Construction Master Schedules
- Lead Constructability Reviews during all phases of design
- Create and maintain detailed site logistics plans
- Ensure a clean, secure, and organized jobsite
- Coordinate work plans, materials, tools, and sequencing with project teams and trade partners
- Manage daily field operations with attention to budget, quality, safety, and schedule
- Lead jobsite-specific safety, environmental, and quality programs
- Conduct Pre-Task Meetings with critical trades before field work begins
- Ensure compliance with all permit, inspection, and regulatory requirements
- Monitor subcontractor performance and proactively address quality or safety concerns
- Serve as chair of OAC (Owner-Architect-Contractor) meetings
- Maintain a written daily log and progress photo documentation
- Lead by example in promoting professionalism, ethics, and team alignment
- Mentor and train Assistant Superintendents, Field Engineers, and field crews in XL procedures and best practices
- Identify and address constructability issues, work interference, and schedule risks before they escalate
- Collaborate with project teams to implement corrective actions and ensure successful project outcomes
- Support monthly forecasting of labor, material, and equipment costs
- Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, architects, engineers, inspectors, trade partners, and all other project stakeholders
- Serve as the field representative of XL’s culture, values, and commitment to high-performance construction
Requirements
- 5–10+ years of experience in commercial construction (Healthcare, Education, Life Sciences, Civic, or Technology sectors preferred)
- Experience with negotiated, customer-service-driven project delivery methods
- Demonstrated success managing field operations on complex technical projects
- Proficient with construction scheduling and project management systems, including XL tools and workflows
- Ability to anticipate and resolve issues with a proactive, solution-focused mindset
Skills
- Thorough working knowledge of all trades, backed by field experience or a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management
- Excellent leadership, communication, and team development skills
Location
- California
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 5-10+ years
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management
Salary/Compensations
- $152,000 – $165,000 annually
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave
- Career development and training programs
- Performance-based bonuses
About the Company
- XL Construction offers a high-performance, purpose-driven culture grounded in safety and integrity.
