Construction Superintendent

Sacramento, California, US on site Until 8/22/2026 10+ years exp First posted March 22, 2025 Last posted March 22, 2025
Job description

Superintendent:

Are you looking for the next step in your construction project management career? Or, are you a mid-career construction management professional looking for the next big opportunity?

Have you built significant experience in construction projects and are looking to expand your skill set?

Essel is looking for a construction Superintendent with experience managing mid to large scale projects.

The Superintendent will lead multiple projects in the following sectors:

  • Colleges / Universities
  • K-12 Construction w/ DSA oversight
  • Misc. specialized sectors (OSHPD, etc.)

Duties will include but not limited to:

  • Review plans and specs to ensure accuracy, prepare General Conditions, and

establish baseline schedules for each subcontractor or self-performing team

  • Track project costs and complete project all change management, RFIs, and owner pay applications
  • Oversee shop drawings and submittals, write subcontracts and purchase orders for projects, manage subcontractor relationships and conduct regular jobsite coordination meetings
  • Manage client relationships and provide ongoing communication throughout the project

Requirements


  • Minimum 10 years of experience in K-12 / College / University sectors
  • Experience with DSA oversight / managed projects
  • Professional Degree in construction management, architecture or a related field (mechanical or civil engineering, construction tech, interior design, business administration) is preferred
  • Ability to negotiate, write and execute all subcontract agreements
  • Willingness to relocate to or near Natomas, CA
  • Strong communications skills, both written and verbal
  • Technology: Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam and Procore
  • Must work well in a team environment and be committed to client service
  • A valid Driver’s License

Benefits

Industry competitive benefits

About this role

Summary

Manage multiple construction projects, oversee budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and client relations.

Job title

Construction Superintendent

Experience level

10+ years

Minimum experience

10+ years exp

Industry

construction

Location requirements

Must be located near Sacramento, California; relocation required; remote work not specified.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

project managementconstruction managementDAS oversightbudgetingcontract negotiation

Preferred skills

Microsoft OfficeMicrosoft ProjectBluebeamProcore

Specializations

project managementconstructionDAS oversightK-12colleges
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Sacramento, CA, USA

On-site City