Absherconstruction
Superintendent - Commercial Construction
Tacoma, WA; Western WA (Greater Seattle/Tacoma Area). Posted 8 months ago
The role
The Superintendent manages day to day construction operations on complex commercial projects. This person leads on-site construction activities, coordinates field teams, and ensures work is completed safely, with quality, and on schedule.
What you will do
- Lead on-site construction activities from mobilization through project closeout
- Supervise, train, and mentor field staff, craft labor, and subcontractors
- Set clear expectations around safety, quality, productivity, and professionalism on site
- Ensure work is performed safely and in alignment with contract requirements and project plans
- Partner closely with Project Managers, owners, inspectors, and design teams
- Develop and manage CPM schedules, pull plans, and detailed look-ahead schedules
- Coordinate inspections, testing, documentation, and daily reporting
- Monitor labor productivity and material usage to support project financial goals
- Identify and resolve field issues quickly
- Participate in preconstruction planning including constructability reviews and sequencing strategies
Required qualifications
- 8+ years of construction experience with significant time spent in a Superintendent or field leadership role
- Proven experience leading ground-up commercial construction projects
- Strong understanding of construction sequencing, scheduling, and trade coordination
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, mentorship, and building strong field teams
Nice to have
- Working knowledge of Procore and Primavera P6
- OSHA 30 and First Aid/CPR certification, or ability to obtain
- Junior college, vocational education, or technical training in construction
Benefits
- Fully paid medical premiums for employees
- Generous PTO policy
- 401(k)
- ESOP retirement benefits
Before you apply
- All job offers are contingent upon a pre-employment background check and drug screen
About the company
Absher Construction is a 100% employee-owned general contractor in the Pacific Northwest with over 85 years of experience.