Construction Superintendent, Institutional - Education Sector | General Contractor | Long Beach, CA - MyGreat Recruitment

Construction Superintendent

Location:Â Long Beach, CA

Compensation:Â $100,000 - $180,000 + Ownership Potential

Our client, a highly respected General Contractor, is seeking an accomplished Construction Site Superintendent to join their team in Long Beach. This firm is well known for delivering high-quality construction projects across multiple sectors — including DSA regulated K-14 education, OSHPD/NCAI regulated healthcare, and many other institutional & commercial facilities.

Must Haves

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial and public works construction.
• Proven track record managing projects from ground-up through closeout.
• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, and sequencing.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage diverse teams and subcontractors.
• Ability to interpret and enforce construction documents, specifications, and plans.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid California driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA regulations and jobsite safety practices.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time management.

Nice to Haves

• Experience with K-14 or other public-sector projects (schools, civic, healthcare, etc.).
• Proficiency with Procore and MS Project scheduling software.
• Experience supervising self-performed work.
• Background working with multi-prime contracts or DSA-regulated projects.
• Familiarity with LEED or other sustainable building practices.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Degree or certification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Experience working on design-build or CM-at-Risk delivery methods.
• Strong relationships with Southern California subcontractors and vendors.
• Knowledge of public works compliance requirements, including prevailing wage and certified payroll.

Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site construction activities to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, suppliers, and field personnel.
• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules in collaboration with the project management team.
• Monitor and enforce safety standards, ensuring a zero-incident jobsite culture.
• Maintain quality control standards and ensure compliance with project specifications and codes.
• Conduct daily site meetings and prepare detailed daily reports and progress photos.
• Communicate effectively with owners, architects, consultants, inspectors, and subcontractors.
• Review submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings for accuracy and coordination.
• Track costs, quantities, and material usage to assist with project cost control.
• Support the Project Manager with change order identification, evaluation, and documentation.
• Ensure timely completion of punch list items and successful project closeout.
• Foster a positive, proactive, and collaborative work environment for all team members.