Balfour Beatty
Superintendent
Become Part of Our Team
As an industry leader,Balfour Beattyoffers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more, including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
- 401(k) with company match
- Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Time
- Paid Personal and Volunteer Days
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Bonus
Summary
Balfour BeattySuperintendentto join ourCharlotteteam within the Carolinas division. The ideal candidate will be a proven field leader with strong communication and coordination skills, responsible for managing all day-to-day construction activities on-site.
The Superintendent leads subcontractors, enforces safety and quality standards, maintains the project schedule, and ensures all work is performed in accordance with plans, specifications, and company policies. This role plays a critical part in achieving project goals through proactive planning, problem-solving, and collaboration, while upholding Balfour Beatty’sZero Harm®safety culture and commitment to excellence.
Essential Functions
- Field Leadership:Manage all field operations and daily site activities; supervise subcontractors, foremen, and field staff to ensure safe, efficient, and quality-driven performance.
- Safety Management:Establish and lead the site safety team; develop project-specific safety plans, conduct hazard analyses, and ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.
- Planning & Scheduling:Develop and maintain project schedules in collaboration with the Project Manager; lead pull planning sessions, identify milestones, and track progress against critical path.
- Quality Control:Implement and oversee the project’s Quality Control program; ensure materials, workmanship, and testing comply with contract specifications and standards.
- Preconstruction Support:Review drawings, specifications, and budgets for constructability; provide input to estimating teams and preconstruction schedules.
- Financial Oversight:Monitor labor, equipment, and general conditions budgets; approve subcontractor payment applications and verify cost accuracy.
- Subcontractor Coordination:Lead weekly coordination meetings, ensure accountability for schedules and performance, and oversee subcontractor orientations and compliance.
- Site Logistics:Develop and maintain site logistics and temporary facilities plans, including hoisting, access control, and site security.
- Communication & Reporting:Conduct progress and safety meetings, maintain daily reports, and provide clear communication to all project stakeholders.
- Closeout & Turnover:Ensure timely completion of punch lists, commissioning activities, and project documentation; manage site demobilization and final inspections.
Minimum Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 8+ years of commercial construction field leadership experience.
- Strong understanding of structural, MEP, and architectural coordination.
- Proven ability to manage site operations, safety, and schedules.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Proficiency with construction software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or Primavera P6.
Preferred Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience managing ground-up, renovation, or adaptive reuse projects.
- Demonstrated success leading diverse subcontractor teams.
- OSHA 30 certification and advanced safety training.
About Us
Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management, and design-build services for public and private clients nationwide. From heavy civil infrastructure to complex vertical construction, our teams build unique, modern structures and spaces that define how people live, work, and connect in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes, and the determination to find a better way.
Through ourZero Harm®initiative, we are redefining safety in the construction industry. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our work.
Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors byEngineering News-Record, Balfour Beatty US is a subsidiary of London-basedBalfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).
Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.
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Phone: (214) 468-4700
Email:BBTalent@balfourbeattyus.com
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Freqently Asked Questions
A commercial construction Superintendent focuses on managing complex site operations, coordinating subcontractors, and enforcing safety standards on large-scale projects. Unlike school or park superintendents, this role demands deep expertise in construction sequencing, quality control, and schedule adherence to deliver infrastructure within budget and timeline.
Effective communication, decisive problem-solving, and conflict resolution stand out as crucial traits. A Superintendent must inspire subcontractor teams, manage safety compliance, and maintain project momentum, ensuring that daily site activities align with strategic goals while fostering a culture of excellence and zero harm.
Experienced Superintendents often advance to project management or executive roles within construction firms. In Huntersville, growing infrastructure projects provide opportunities to specialize in commercial or public works sectors, potentially leading to senior leadership positions that shape regional development.
OSHA 30-hour certification is highly valued for safety compliance in the region, along with advanced safety training tailored to local regulations. Familiarity with construction software like Procore and Primavera P6 also enhances a Superintendent’s qualifications in managing site logistics and scheduling effectively.
Balfour Beatty emphasizes a zero harm® safety culture and innovative lean construction practices. Their Superintendent role integrates proactive planning with robust subcontractor leadership on diverse projects, supported by comprehensive benefits and commitment to employee growth within a nationally recognized construction leader.
The company offers tuition assistance and encourages ongoing education, enabling Superintendents to enhance their technical and leadership skills. Combined with paid personal and volunteer days, it fosters a healthy work-life balance while empowering site leaders to excel professionally.
Superintendents in Huntersville commonly earn between $85,000 and $110,000 annually, depending on experience and project complexity. Competitive compensation reflects the critical responsibility for safety leadership, scheduling precision, and quality oversight in a growing regional market.
With Huntersville’s expanding commercial development, demand for skilled Superintendents remains strong. Candidates with multi-disciplinary expertise in structural, MEP coordination, and safety leadership find ample opportunities, though competition increases for those proficient in digital construction tools and innovative site management.
Coordinating diverse subcontractor teams requires balancing schedule adherence with quality standards and safety compliance. Local regulations and site-specific logistics, such as access control and hoisting, add complexity. Effective communication and proactive problem-solving are key to overcoming these hurdles smoothly.
Yes, proficiency in software like Procore, Bluebeam, and Primavera P6 is increasingly standard. These tools enable Superintendents to manage schedules, budgets, documentation, and safety plans efficiently, ensuring real-time coordination and project transparency critical for successful site leadership.
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