Posted August 03, 2026
General Superintendent
S&R Corporation
Lowell, MA, US
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
Primary FunctionThe General Superintendent's primary responsibility is to administer S&R Corporation's core values, oversee the company field operations, and work with the project teams to deliver quality projects on time and under budget while ensuring safety is at the forefront on all jobsites.Essential Functions:Construction/Demolition Operations:Responsible for field management and coordination of all projectsInspect all projects twice per month or as requiredEnsure sites are being kept in an organized, clean, safe, and professional mannerReview and coordinate the workforce schedule daily/weeklyReview schedule, logistics, and constructability plans with project teams during constructionProvide direction to resolve operational and project issuesProvide technical assistance to project teamsConduct Superintendent/Foremen meetings monthlyEnsure project schedules, field reports, and safety documentation are updatedEnforce company QA/QC procedures and best practicesProvide oversight and adherence to the safety program, policies and procedures in coordination with the Safety ManagerCoordinate safety training for project teams and field personnel in collaboration with Safety Manager Assist in developing and sharing SOP's, best practices and techniques, etc.Estimating and Preconstruction Assistance:Advise on production including resource loading, materials, and equipmentPrepare logistics and site-specific safety plans with the project teamsVisit future project sites and attend bid walk throughs as requiredAid estimating department on budget review, logistics, schedule, and constructabilityAdvise on risk mitigation strategies during preconstructionGeneral Duties:Participate in weekly Department Leader MeetingsParticipate in Superintendent and Foreman interviewing and hiring processIdentify areas of procedural improvement for review and/or implementationDevelop and maintain relationships with clients, trade contractors, architects, and engineersAssist in recruiting, mentoring, and retaining personnelAttend internal meetings including project closeoutPerform and participate in project team performance evaluationsTrack superintendent certificates and licensesStreamline communication from office to field personnelCollaborate with Safety Manager on department and project-specific safety needs, including but not limited to safety inspections, trainings, PPE, etc.Assist with company fleet and equipment scheduling and managementPosition Requirements:Understanding of Local Union trades and requirementsHeavy Civil, Bridge Construction, Marine Construction, Heavy Demolition, and Environmental Services experienceBachelor's degree or equivalent field experienceUnderstand design, engineering, and constructionMinimum 20 years of experience in heavy civil, bridge construction, marine construction, and demolitionLeadership and mentoring capabilitiesTeam building capabilitiesExcellent communication skills30 Hour OSHA CertificationHeavy equipment operation experience (licensed heavy equipment operator – preferred)Ability to use technology (construction management and office software)Understanding of construction law (HR practices, contracts, and insurance)Long term and short-term strategic planning capabilities Ability to work in all construction delivery methodsADA Requirements:Moving about to accomplish tasks, moving from one place to anotherPicking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handlingApplying pressure to an object with the fingers and palmPerceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertipsExpressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quicklyPerceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers Extensive travel required.
