Superintendent Job Description Template

Superintendent

[Intro Paragraph] Attract skilled superintendents by using this section as an elevator pitch for the role and your construction firm. Stand out from other firms by showcasing your company culture, mission, values, and industry accolades. Specify whether your firm specializes in residential, commercial, or industrial projects (or a mix) so that qualified candidates apply.

Superintendent Job Responsibilities: Use this section to list the day-to-day responsibilities so superintendents can determine whether they have the necessary skills. There can be some overlap between what superintendents and construction project managers do, so be sure to adjust the responsibilities depending on your needs. For example, you might be looking for a superintendent who:

• Oversees daily operations at a construction site.
• Leads daily morning meetings with the entire crew.
• Hires, trains, and manages construction workers.
• Follows construction drawings and approved plans.
• Uses popular construction management software.
• Orders necessary equipment, tools, and materials.
• Helps to set and stick to the budget and schedule.
• Writes daily logs and other necessary documentation.
• Makes sure all local, state, and national business codes and regulations are followed.
• Ensures that the team adheres to all company policies and safety protocols.
• Works directly with the project manager, architect, engineer, electrician, and other specialists.

[Work Hours and Benefits] This is where you’ll share the hours and days the superintendent would work and the time the workday starts. Superintendents have a lot of responsibility and may occasionally need to work more than 40 hours a week. Describe your competitive benefits package and any financial incentives like bonuses and overtime pay to show that their hard work will be rewarded.

Superintendent Qualifications and Skills: Use these sections of your superintendent job description to mention the necessary and preferred requirements. For example, you may want to include the following:

• Demonstrates strong organization and problem-solving skills.
• Excels at motivating a team and has strong management skills.
• Handles the physical demands of the job, including standing, walking, and sitting for long periods, and lifting 50 pounds.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• An associate’s or bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• A construction manager or superintendent certification is preferred.
• An active superintendent license in [state] is necessary if required by the state.
• At least [number] years of construction experience is required.

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