Superintendent I (Area)
Skanska · San Francisco, CA
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- Full-time
- $147,500 / year
- San Francisco, CA
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Superintendent I (Area)
Skanska · San Francisco, CA
Dana Walsh
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Job highlights
- Lead field operations for assigned project areas.
- Ensure safe, timely, profitable, and ethical work execution.
- Supervise field labor and assistant superintendents.
- Manage change orders and subcontractor oversight.
- Update schedules and ensure plan/spec adherence.
About the role
About Skanska
Skanska is searching for a dynamic Superintendent 1 (Area). This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to share our culture of diversity and inclusion.Our work makes a clear contribution to society and the environment around us. We build in many different verticals. Whether we are building schools to provide inspiring spaces for learning, roads to connect communities or hospitals to care for patients, it all contributes to our purpose – we build for a better society.
Skanska's values —Be Better Together, Act Ethically and Transparently, Commit to Customer and Care for Life—are deeply engrained in how we work, which is why our values support and drive our D&I efforts.
Job Responsibilities
The Superintendent 1 (Area) is responsible for field operations in assigned areas or aspects of the project. They ensures the work is performed in a safe, timely, profitable, and ethical manner, in accordance with contract documents, design, budget, and schedule. They directly supervises field labor forces and Assistant Superintendents.Required Qualifications
- 5+ Years of proven construction experience
- 2+ years of being a Safety and QAQC Cultural Champion
- 2+ years Successful leadership of smaller fit out projects or an area of a larger building project
- 2+ years experience with change order and ticket management
- 2+ years experience with subcontractor oversight
- 2+ years experience with schedule updates and look ahead schedules
- 2+ years experience with reading and delivering on plans and specs
Our Investment in You
We believe that Benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options (including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), expert guidance, and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the Compensation and Benefits summary on our careers site for more details.As a Skanska community, our values ground us, and our diversity of experience propels us forward. No matter what your career stage, there’s a place for you to thrive here and partner with us in shaping how our world lives, moves, and connects.At Skanska, we Care for Life. And we’re committed to supporting your whole health and peace of mind through inclusive and personalized total rewards.We’re committed to your success by developing you in your role and supporting your career growthCompensation and financial well-being – Competitive base salary, excellent bonus program, 401k, & Employee ownership program.Key skills/competency
- Construction Management
- Field Operations
- Project Planning
- Budget Management
- Schedule Management
- Safety Management
- Quality Assurance
- Subcontractor Oversight
- Change Order Management
- Contract Compliance
Skills & topics
- Construction Superintendent
- Field Operations
- Project Management
- Safety Management
- QAQC
- Subcontractor Management
- Schedule Management
- Budget Management
- Construction
- Civil Engineering
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 5+ years of construction experience and specific skills like safety leadership, change order management, and subcontractor oversight.
- Showcase leadership: Emphasize your experience leading smaller projects or specific areas of larger buildings.
- Demonstrate QA/QC: Provide examples of your 2+ years as a Safety and QAQC Cultural Champion.
- Apply strategically: Ensure your application clearly communicates your ability to meet all listed qualifications, especially regarding project scope and duration.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with contract compliance, budget, and schedule adherence.
Technical preparation
Master construction means and methods.,Understand contract documents, plans, and specs.,Develop proficiency in schedule software.,Implement safety and QAQC protocols.
Behavioral questions
Describe a challenging project you led.,How do you ensure subcontractor compliance?,How do you handle schedule delays?,Tell me about a safety incident you managed.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the salary range for a Construction Superintendent at Skanska?
- The salary range for a Construction Superintendent at Skanska is between $125,000.00 and $170,000.00 annually, plus potential for bonuses and other benefits.
- Does Skanska offer sponsorship for this Construction Superintendent role?
- No, Skanska is not considering applicants for this position who require sponsorship now or in the future.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Superintendent 1 (Area) at Skanska?
- The key responsibilities include overseeing field operations, ensuring safe and profitable work, supervising labor, managing change orders, subcontractor oversight, and schedule updates for assigned project areas.
- What is Skanska's company culture like for a Construction Superintendent?
- Skanska emphasizes a culture of diversity and inclusion, where work contributes to society and the environment. Their values—Be Better Together, Act Ethically and Transparently, Commit to Customer, and Care for Life—guide their operations and employee interactions.
- What kind of benefits does Skanska offer its Construction Superintendents?
- Skanska offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, expert guidance, and tools for physical, financial, and emotional well-being. They also provide a competitive base salary, bonus program, 401k, and an employee ownership program.
- How much construction experience is required for the Construction Superintendent position?
- A minimum of 5 years of proven construction experience is required for this role.
- What specific experience is needed in addition to general construction experience for the Construction Superintendent role?
- You'll need 2+ years of experience in safety and QAQC, leadership of smaller projects or areas, change order/ticket management, subcontractor oversight, schedule updates, and reading/delivering on plans and specs.
- Is Skanska a large company in the construction industry?
- Yes, Skanska is one of the world's largest construction and project development companies with over 135 years of experience and global revenue of $15.9 billion in 2024. The U.S. operations generated $8.2 billion in revenue in 2024.