Site Superintendent Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Washington DC

Job Overview

A Senior Project Manager (SPM) independently leads and manages all facets of complex, high-value commercial construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. The SPM is accountable for project delivery on time, within budget, and to contracted specifications while mentoring and developing project management staff. The SPM serves as the primary client relationship owner, promotes the interests of the business, and builds credibility and trust with clients, stakeholders, subcontractors, suppliers, and industry professionals. The SPM may oversee multiple concurrent projects and contributes to business development, strategic planning, and operational excellence.

GENERAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Lead delivery of design/build services and preconstruction tasks for complex, multi-phase projects; author and review detailed scopes of work; identify and mitigate scope gaps and risk exposures; direct subcontractor qualification, selection, and contract negotiation including terms, conditions, fees, and pricing;

• Own, generate, and manage project budgets and financial reporting for projects typically ranging $5M to $50M or greater; proactively identify and resolve budget variances, financial risks, and opportunities;

• Establish, maintain, and enforce master project schedules; manage schedule adherence across all project phases including material and equipment procurement, work sequencing, and efficient project closeout;

• Conduct comprehensive qualitative and quantitative review and analysis of contract documents; manage and administer all project contracts, change orders, invoicing, billing, insurance, bonding, and compliance requirements with minimal supervision;

• Set meeting agendas, lead all project and owner meetings, prioritize team assignments, and prepare and present project status reports and executive summaries;

• Direct and enforce site safety standards, security protocols, and risk controls in collaboration with Project Superintendents;

• Establish, implement, and manage comprehensive QA/QC and logistics plans in coordination with construction managers, superintendents, and project engineers;

• Manage LEED certification, building code compliance, inspections, testing, and certifications across all project phases;

• Review and analyze superintendent and subcontractor daily reports; monitor field progress; facilitate timely resolution of issues; conduct regular project site visits and maintain direct accountability for project performance;

• Lead selection, onboarding, and ongoing development of project staff; provide direct supervision, performance evaluation, and mentorship to Project Managers, APMs, and Project Engineers;

• Direct workforce utilization and employee supervision in full compliance with employment-related laws, policies, and practices; foster a high-performing, collaborative, and growth-oriented work environment;

• Serve as primary owner and client relationship manager; cultivate trust, confidence, and a positive reflection of the Company; actively pursue new business opportunities with existing and prospective clients;

• Represent the Company at industry events, client meetings, and professional organizations; contribute to business development strategy, pursuit efforts, and proposal development;

• Consistent demonstration of the highest standards of personal accountability, integrity, work quality, and business ethics;

• Lead post-closeout project performance evaluations; drive identification and implementation of process improvements across the project management team; and

• Maintain advanced knowledge of current industry practices, emerging technologies, regulations, and competitive strategies; serve as a subject matter resource for the broader project team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of ten years of progressive general contractor project management experience, including at least five years independently managing commercial ground-up, renovation, and fit-out projects of varying scale and complexity typically ranging $5M to $50M or greater;

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or a related field from a U.S. accredited institution; additional equivalent U.S. general contractor commercial construction experience may be considered;

• Comprehensive commercial construction knowledge and mastery of scheduling, cost estimating, purchasing, project engineering, logistics and management principles, project accounting, and industry business practices;

• Demonstrated ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects and project teams while maintaining quality, schedule, and budget performance;

• Exceptional technical and project management plan writing skills including complex scope development, risk analysis, and executive reporting;

• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills with demonstrated ability to effectively engage owners, executives, design professionals, and diverse field teams;

• Advanced proficiency using construction management software including: Bluebeam, Procore, Sage/Timberline, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Office Suite;

• Expert-level ability to read, interpret, and update complex construction project drawings, specifications, formulations, scopes of work, and schedules;

• Solutions-oriented leader with advanced problem-solving, negotiation, task management, and organizational skills;

• Consistent demonstration of self-accountability, integrity, and business ethics;

• Proven ability to develop, supervise, mentor, and respectfully engage with diverse project teams and personnel at all levels;

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification required; additional safety credentials preferred;

• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and availability to perform work at company-assigned workplaces and project sites.

Physical Demands: To perform the essential elements of this job, the physical requirements generally include standing and sitting for six or more hours throughout the workday and walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, pushing, pulling, keyboarding, hearing, and speaking. Job performance at construction work sites also includes the physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and navigate work areas under construction. Specific vision abilities include near and far acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Performance includes the use of hands to finger, handle, or to feel objects, tools, or controls, sit, talk, and hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Job performance may occasionally include lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds individually or more with others.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may periodically work at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions, unconditioned interiors, and the risk of electrical shock. The construction site work environment noise is usually moderate to very loud.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay: $130,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company truck
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• OSHA30-Hour General Industry Course Completion Card (Preferred)

Location:

• Washington, DC 20002 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Washington, DC 20002 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person