General Superintendent Jobs in Virginia
General Superintendent jobs in Virginia are consistently active, with demand concentrated in commercial construction, federal contracting, and large-scale civil infrastructure projects that define the state's economy at every seniority level from project superintendent to senior general superintendent. The heaviest hiring is in Northern Virginia, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads corridor, where firms like Clark Construction, HITT Contracting, and the Army Corps of Engineers anchor long-running project pipelines. The most in-demand specialties are federal facility construction, data center builds, and transportation infrastructure. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top employerTurner Construction Company
Top cityRichmond, VA
Cities hiring7
Work type100% On-site
Top industryConstruction
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General Superintendent, Data Centers
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Suffolk Construction
General Superintendent, Data Centers
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General Superintendent, Data Centers
Suffolk Construction·Herndon, Virginia
Job functions:
15+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's degree in construction management
Full Time
1,001-5,000 employees
Job Description
Overview:
Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We’ll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We’ll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you’ll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to achieve your ambitions and build your legacy.
Responsibilities:
Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.
Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.
At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.
Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.? For more information, click?here.
The General Superintendent, Mission Critical provides overall leadership for field operations and execution for the assigned project(s).
Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We’ll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We’ll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you’ll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to achieve your ambitions and build your legacy.
- Monitor assigned projects for conformance with the construction schedule, expected quality levels, and adherence to the company’s Standard Operating Procedures
- Work with clients and architects throughout the project, responsible for developing relationships that generate client satisfaction
- Recruit qualified talent; mentor, coach, and train them to perform and ensure effective matching of talent to project scope. This includes Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, Field Engineers, Career Start Project Engineers and Co-ops
- Provide leadership, advice, and assistance to field staff regarding materials, sequencing, scheduling, personnel and methods of construction
- Serve as an advocate for Field Operations
- Actively participate in the development of business by supporting the Business Development Department
-
Pre-construction/Estimating:
- Participate in Sales Presentations and pre-construction services
- Review projects for constructability, develop a plan for construction
- Prepare a summary baseline schedule by providing the logic and durations of major work activities to the scheduler
- Confirm baseline schedule achieves the delivery requirements of the project
- Create site access and staging/sequencing plans and conduct technical reviews
- Provide input on budgets and determine field staff requirements
- Attend the Project Turnover meeting
- Provide the Project Team input on scope reviews and Exhibit “B”s
-
Construction; Responsible for implementing all Suffolk policies and procedures including:
- Field Staff Assignments and performance evaluations
- Weekly site visits to evaluate conditions including safety and general presentation
- Ensure that field personnel are performing to established standards
- Oversee the development of the baseline schedule and monitor all project schedules for compliance
- Provide leadership in the monthly update and narrative process
- Confirm that workmanship and materials conform to plans and specifications
- Review project schedules during weekly visit, highlighting potential challenges
- Provide leadership in responding creatively to challenges to bring projects in on schedule and under budget where feasible
- Ensure timely completion of punch lists
- Participate in the one-year warranty walkthrough, ensures timely completion of all issues and that appropriate records are kept
-
Client Relationships and Meeting Management:
- Attend all scheduled meetings necessary to monitor and manage projects
- Attend owner meetings as necessary and Project Team (PM/PE) meetings at least twice monthly
- Maintain continuous client contact to gauge performance perceptions
- Communicate relevant information to project teams
- Foster and maintain effective working relationships with team members
-
Training:
- Coordinate field training in job specific and safety training
- Ensure that field staff are trained according to Suffolk guidelines
- Participate in design and delivery of Suffolk-specific training
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management and experience relative to size/scope of projects
- Minimum of 15 years of general contracting with a focus on mission critical/data center experience
- Each project has specific characteristics regarding size, complexity, sector etc, which dictate the precise years of experience and industry knowledge necessary for success, above and beyond generic construction knowledge and experience
- Applicable area licenses
- The ability to constantly multi-task and handle competing priorities between Suffolk business needs, organizational issues, and sound customer relations
- Business judgment to negotiate the critical balance between budget and construction processes
- Excellent organizational skills to manage the many details necessary for successful construction
- Judgment to know when to appropriately escalate issues up the chain of command
- A strong sense of urgency and initiative, and the ability to quickly study complex issues
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to confidently and decisively take action
- Excellent diplomatic and communication skills, able to interact effectively with senior management, and the ability to handle and resolve conflict effectively in a firm but fair manner
- Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stands; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.
EEO Statement:
Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.
Compensation Information:
Where required by law, pay ranges can be found in Suffolk's job postings. Base Salary for this position is just one component of Suffolk’s total rewards package for employees. Actual salaries may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education and other qualifications. Suffolk offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of its overall total rewards strategy. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly to reflect market trends.
About Suffolk:Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.
Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.
At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.
Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.? For more information, click?here.
Suffolk Construction
General Superintendent, Data Centers
Herndon, Virginia
Added 5d ago1,001-5,000 employees
Job functions:
15+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's degree in construction management
Full Time
Job Description
Overview:
Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We’ll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We’ll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you’ll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to achieve your ambitions and build your legacy.
Responsibilities:
Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.
Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.
At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.
Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.? For more information, click?here.
The General Superintendent, Mission Critical provides overall leadership for field operations and execution for the assigned project(s).
Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We’ll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We’ll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you’ll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to achieve your ambitions and build your legacy.
- Monitor assigned projects for conformance with the construction schedule, expected quality levels, and adherence to the company’s Standard Operating Procedures
- Work with clients and architects throughout the project, responsible for developing relationships that generate client satisfaction
- Recruit qualified talent; mentor, coach, and train them to perform and ensure effective matching of talent to project scope. This includes Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, Field Engineers, Career Start Project Engineers and Co-ops
- Provide leadership, advice, and assistance to field staff regarding materials, sequencing, scheduling, personnel and methods of construction
- Serve as an advocate for Field Operations
- Actively participate in the development of business by supporting the Business Development Department
-
Pre-construction/Estimating:
- Participate in Sales Presentations and pre-construction services
- Review projects for constructability, develop a plan for construction
- Prepare a summary baseline schedule by providing the logic and durations of major work activities to the scheduler
- Confirm baseline schedule achieves the delivery requirements of the project
- Create site access and staging/sequencing plans and conduct technical reviews
- Provide input on budgets and determine field staff requirements
- Attend the Project Turnover meeting
- Provide the Project Team input on scope reviews and Exhibit “B”s
-
Construction; Responsible for implementing all Suffolk policies and procedures including:
- Field Staff Assignments and performance evaluations
- Weekly site visits to evaluate conditions including safety and general presentation
- Ensure that field personnel are performing to established standards
- Oversee the development of the baseline schedule and monitor all project schedules for compliance
- Provide leadership in the monthly update and narrative process
- Confirm that workmanship and materials conform to plans and specifications
- Review project schedules during weekly visit, highlighting potential challenges
- Provide leadership in responding creatively to challenges to bring projects in on schedule and under budget where feasible
- Ensure timely completion of punch lists
- Participate in the one-year warranty walkthrough, ensures timely completion of all issues and that appropriate records are kept
-
Client Relationships and Meeting Management:
- Attend all scheduled meetings necessary to monitor and manage projects
- Attend owner meetings as necessary and Project Team (PM/PE) meetings at least twice monthly
- Maintain continuous client contact to gauge performance perceptions
- Communicate relevant information to project teams
- Foster and maintain effective working relationships with team members
-
Training:
- Coordinate field training in job specific and safety training
- Ensure that field staff are trained according to Suffolk guidelines
- Participate in design and delivery of Suffolk-specific training
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management and experience relative to size/scope of projects
- Minimum of 15 years of general contracting with a focus on mission critical/data center experience
- Each project has specific characteristics regarding size, complexity, sector etc, which dictate the precise years of experience and industry knowledge necessary for success, above and beyond generic construction knowledge and experience
- Applicable area licenses
- The ability to constantly multi-task and handle competing priorities between Suffolk business needs, organizational issues, and sound customer relations
- Business judgment to negotiate the critical balance between budget and construction processes
- Excellent organizational skills to manage the many details necessary for successful construction
- Judgment to know when to appropriately escalate issues up the chain of command
- A strong sense of urgency and initiative, and the ability to quickly study complex issues
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to confidently and decisively take action
- Excellent diplomatic and communication skills, able to interact effectively with senior management, and the ability to handle and resolve conflict effectively in a firm but fair manner
- Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stands; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.
EEO Statement:
Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.
Compensation Information:
Where required by law, pay ranges can be found in Suffolk's job postings. Base Salary for this position is just one component of Suffolk’s total rewards package for employees. Actual salaries may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education and other qualifications. Suffolk offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of its overall total rewards strategy. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly to reflect market trends.
About Suffolk:Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.
Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.
At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.
Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.? For more information, click?here.
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Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.
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What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in general superintendent jobs across Virginia.
- Active Virginia contractor license or reciprocal credential recognized by the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
- Ten or more years of progressively responsible construction field management experience
- Demonstrated oversight of ground-up commercial, federal, or civil projects from mobilization through closeout
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification current and on file
- Proficiency with construction management platforms such as Procore, Primavera P6, or equivalent scheduling software
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field preferred by most Virginia employers
General Superintendent Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a general superintendent in Virginia?
The standard path in Virginia runs through the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, which oversees contractor licensing requirements that most employers expect general superintendents to hold or be eligible for. A degree in construction management or civil engineering accelerates hiring, but many Virginia firms promote experienced field supervisors who combine project management coursework, OSHA certification, and a sustained record of leading large crews on commercial or federal jobsites.
How much do general superintendents make in Virginia?
General superintendents in Virginia earn a median of about $119,110 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,940 for the lowest 10% to over $183,980 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire general superintendents in Virginia?
Employers hiring general superintendents in Virginia right now include Turner Construction Company, Jobot, and Gilbane, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Virginia's concentration of federal facilities, defense contractors, and commercial developers means that both national general contractors and government-focused firms maintain steady superintendent pipelines across the state.
Which Virginia cities have the most general superintendent jobs?
Richmond, Reston, and Ashburn account for the largest share of general superintendent openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia leads because of its dense pipeline of federal agency campuses, data centers, and commercial redevelopment, while Richmond and Hampton Roads generate consistent demand through state infrastructure programs, port expansion, and large healthcare and mixed-use construction projects.
Are there remote general superintendent jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're rare. General superintendent work is fundamentally site-based, requiring daily oversight of crews, subcontractors, and physical progress on active jobsites. About 0% of general superintendent openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those postings typically involve pre-construction planning, estimating coordination, or multi-site program oversight rather than hands-on field supervision.
How can I get hired as a general superintendent in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a field engineer or assistant superintendent role with a Virginia-based general contractor, where structured mentorship under a senior superintendent is built into the position. Firms like Clark Construction and HITT Contracting run formal associate superintendent programs from their Northern Virginia offices. A construction management degree, OSHA 10 certification, and experience managing subcontractors in any capacity, including as a foreman or project engineer, give candidates a meaningful edge in the screening process.
Where can I find and apply to general superintendent jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to general superintendent jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings from employers actively hiring. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly through each listing.
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