Project Superintendent – Lead Commercial Construction Projects

Job Overview

• Company: First Class Construction, LLC
• Salary/Pay Rate: $65,000 to $80,000 per year plus Potential Annual Bonus
• Location: Columbia, SC (Travel Required)
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Commercial Construction
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: Drivers License

The Opportunity

You will lead daily field operations for commercial construction projects in a supportive, team-oriented environment. We’re looking for a proactive Superintendent who anticipates obstacles, holds subcontractors accountable, and coordinates upcoming work and approvals to keep projects moving. You will take ownership of jobsite safety, scheduling, quality, and communication while working closely with the Project Manager from initial mobilization through closeout.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Maintain a safe jobsite, enforce safety requirements, and immediately address unsafe conditions.
• Direct daily field operations, trade sequencing, and jobsite logistics, holding subcontractors accountable for manpower, schedule, quality, and cleanup.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to maintain an accurate, current three-week look-ahead schedule, identifying upcoming needs, obstacles, and potential delays.
• Complete accurate daily reports every workday, documenting manpower, equipment, progress, weather, and issues, supported by clear photos labeled with area descriptions.
• Ensure crews work from current approved drawings and specifications, and verify required submittal approvals before materials are installed.
• Identify field conflicts promptly and communicate them to the Project Manager for clarification or resolution through the RFI process.
• Continuously inspect workmanship, identify deficiencies, and coordinate timely corrections.
• Document potential scope changes and notify the Project Manager before unauthorized or extra work proceeds.
• Schedule and document required inspections.
• Keep the Project Manager informed of emerging problems, pending approvals, and schedule risks before they become emergencies.
• Maintain a clean, organized jobsite and enforce housekeeping expectations across all trades.
• Begin closeout planning well before project completion, coordinating punch-list work and supporting required closeout documentation.
• Represent the company professionally in interactions and coordination meetings with owners, designers, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Superintendent or lead field supervisor on commercial builds.
• Proven track record of managing multiple trade subcontractors simultaneously on active jobsites.
• Strong expertise in reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and schedules.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel up to 30% of working hours.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and field problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• OSHA 30-Hour Certification and First Aid/CPR Certification.
• Experience with construction management platforms like Procore, Corecon, Bluebeam, or MS Project.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects in active, occupied commercial environments.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary structure paid on a weekly pay cycle with annual bonus potential.
• Employer-supported medical insurance package.
• Paid Time Off including designated company holidays and vacation days
• Safety equipment provided, including helmets, gloves, and protective gear.
• Company uniforms provided.
• Ongoing safety, technical, and OSHA training certifications.

About Us

First Class Construction, LLC is a premier general contractor specializing in high-quality commercial projects. We pride ourselves on cultivating a team and family atmosphere without a corporate feel, continuously striving to evolve and grow as an industry leader. 

Learn more at https://fccon.com/. 

First Class Construction, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.