Construction Superintendent
Build Your Career. Build Your Legacy.
At Western Specialty Contractors, You’re an Owner.
For more than 110 years, Western Specialty Contractors has been building more than projects—we’ve been building people, careers, and communities. Founded in St. Louis and proudly employee‑owned through our ESOP, we are the nation’s largest specialty contractor, restoring and protecting building envelopes through expertise in facades, concrete, roofing, and waterproofing.
Why Western?
As an employee-owned company, you’re not just working for Western—you’re working with Western. Every team member has a stake in our success. That ownership mindset fuels a culture where people look out for each other, take pride in their work, and know their contributions truly matter.
Grow With Us
With 30+ branches nationwide, Western offers opportunities to build a career that grows with you. From hands-on field experience to specialized training and leadership development, we invest in your future at every stage.
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations, manage crews, and deliver projects safely and with high quality. This role is essential in coordinating jobsite activities, enforcing safety and quality standards, and serving as a key point of contact for clients and project teams.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Recruit and hire field personnel.
- Lead, train, and supervise field crews across multiple job sites
- Plan, coordinate, and schedule on-site construction activities
- Enforce OSHA and company safety policies; conduct regular inspections
- Capable of reviewing blueprints, specifications, and project documents
- Perform quality control inspections and ensure compliance
- Monitor schedules, productivity, and project milestones
- Maintain daily logs, safety reports, and inspection documentation
- Communicate professionally with clients and internal teams
- Troubleshoot jobsite challenges and make timely decisions
QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven superintendent or construction leadership experience
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Experience managing multiple crews or job sites
- Knowledge of OSHA standards; certification preferred
- Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills
WORK REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to travel to assigned jobsites
- Long hours as required by project demands
- Physically capable of working in active construction environments
WHAT WE VALUE
Integrity • Safety • Quality • Leadership • Accountability • Continuous Improvement
Compensation for this role is determined using a variety of factors, including experience, skills, internal equity, market benchmarks, and the cost of labor in the different geographic locations where we operate. In addition to base pay, this position may also be eligible for:
- Beneficial ownership in the Company through Western's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
- Participation in the Company’s annual performance-based bonus program.
- A comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, maternity leave, and additional benefits designed to support employees and their families.
Western Specialty Contractors does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other reason prohibited by law in the provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
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