Superintendent

Position Overview

The Construction Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day on-site operations for the construction of a new jail facility. This role ensures the project is built safely on schedule within budget and in accordance with design specifications security requirements and all applicable regulations. The Superintendent leads field staff and subcontractors coordinates with project management and maintains a strong focus on quality safety and compliance.

Job Description:

Field Leadership & Coordination

• Direct coordinate and supervise all on-site construction activities for the jail project.

• Manage and schedule subcontractors suppliers and field personnel to ensure efficient workflow.

• Conduct daily meetings and briefings with crews to outline tasks safety requirements and goals.

• Maintain a safe organized and compliant job site at all times.

Security & Compliance

• Ensure all construction activities comply with correctional facility security standards and protocols.

• Coordinate with law enforcement detention facility officials and security consultants on access control restricted areas and specialized building requirements.

• Enforce strict adherence to state federal and local building codes.

Quality Assurance & Control

• Monitor workmanship materials and installation to ensure compliance with specifications and drawings.

• Conduct regular inspections and document quality control activities.

• Address deficiencies promptly and coordinate corrective actions.

Schedule & Documentation

• Maintain the construction schedule and adjust field operations to ensure timely progress.

• Prepare daily reports logs photos and documentation of job site activities.

• Assist project management with look-ahead schedules logistics planning and progress updates.

Safety Management

• Enforce company and OSHA safety policies and ensure all personnel follow safety protocols.

• Conduct toolbox talks safety inspections and incident reporting.

• Promote a safety-first culture among all workers on the job site.

Communication

• Serve as the primary on-site contact between subcontractors suppliers inspectors and the project management team.

• Attend project coordination meetings and provide field-level insights and updates.

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders including owner representatives and correctional agency personnel.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience as a Superintendent in commercial or institutional construction (correctional facilities preferred).

• Strong knowledge of structural architectural mechanical and electrical systems.

• Experience managing complex secure or high-risk construction environments.

• Proven ability to read and interpret construction drawings specifications and schedules.

• Excellent leadership teamwork and communication skills.

• Strong understanding of OSHA safety regulations.

• Proficiency in construction management software (e.g. Procore PlanGrid Bluebeam).

• High School Diploma required.

• Excellent communication skills

OUR MISSION

We build critical infrastructure that creates a better world.

OUR VISION

We strive to be the preeminent full-service civil building and specialty contractor by delivering innovative transformative projects through world-class execution. We are committed to creating lasting value for our customers upholding the highest standards of safety and integrity generating exceptional financial results and shareholder value and fostering a culture where our employees thrive.

Tutor Perini builds extraordinary projects which need exceptional talent. Join us to help build the critical infrastructure that creates a better world.