Superintendent (Vertical Farming)

The role

The Vertical Farming Superintendent manages all onsite construction activities from mobilization through turnover. This role involves coordinating subcontractors and maintaining schedules for projects involving agricultural systems, climate control, automation, and electrical systems.

What you will do

• Lead daily field operations from project startup through completion
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and trade partners onsite
• Develop and maintain short term schedules and look ahead planning
• Coordinate installation of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, process piping, automation, controls, and specialty agricultural systems
• Ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with project specifications
• Conduct daily safety meetings and enforce all project safety requirements
• Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Project Engineers, clients, consultants, and design teams
• Identify and resolve field conflicts before they impact schedule or budget
• Manage inspections, testing, commissioning, and turnover activities
• Maintain accurate daily reports, site documentation, and progress tracking

Required qualifications

• 7+ years of construction field leadership experience
• Previous Superintendent experience managing commercial, industrial, manufacturing, greenhouse, food processing, controlled environment agriculture, clean room, mission critical, life science, or simil
• Strong understanding of MEP systems and coordination
• Experience managing multiple subcontractors and fast paced project schedules
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and shop drawings
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to travel throughout Southern California as project needs require

Nice to have

• Experience with Procore and construction management software
• OSHA 30 certification
• Vertical farming facilities
• Greenhouse construction
• Indoor agriculture facilities
• Controlled environment agriculture projects
• Food production facilities
• Hydroponic or aeroponic growing systems
• Building automation systems
• Environmental control systems

About the company

Uprite Construction was established in 1991 as a multi-service construction company specializing in project site development, ground-up, new construction, renovations, and tenant improvements for the commercial and industrial sectors.