Site Superintendent
Watershed Builders · Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
- On site
- Full-time
- $105,000 / year
- Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Job highlights
- Oversee high-end residential remodeling projects.
- Manage jobsite activity, subcontractors, and schedules.
- Ensure projects are on time and budget.
- Communicate with homeowners and trade partners.
- Opportunities for profit-share and growth.
About the role
Site Superintendent - Watershed Builders
Watershed Builders is seeking a highly organized, field-driven Site Superintendent to oversee residential remodeling projects from pre-construction through final completion. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being on site, leading trade partners, maintaining clean and productive jobsites, and communicating clearly with homeowners, subcontractors, vendors, and the internal team. This is not a clipboard-only or office-based role. The Site Superintendent is responsible for keeping projects moving every day by coordinating field activity, managing schedules, monitoring quality, tracking materials, documenting progress, and helping ensure each project is completed on time, on budget, and to Watershed Builders' standards.
About Watershed Builders
Watershed Builders is a custom renovation and remodeling company serving South Charlotte's high-end residential market, with the occasional custom home project as well. Founded in 2019, the company is built around excellence, grit, ownership, teamwork, profit, and fun. We place a strong emphasis on integrity, clear communication, quality craftsmanship, and delivering an exceptional client experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee residential remodeling and renovation projects from pre-construction through punch list completion
- Participate in pre-construction site visits and assist with schedule planning before project kickoff
- Manage day-to-day jobsite activity, subcontractor coordination, inspections, material needs, and field execution
- Maintain project schedules, daily logs, weekly updates, and project communication through JobTread
- Coordinate with trade partners to ensure proper sequencing, quality control, and timely completion of work
- Help prepare, document, and manage change orders, including approvals and communication
- Track project costs, receipts, cost coding, vendor invoices, and subcontractor bill approvals
- Maintain safe, clean, organized, and professional jobsites
- Serve as a primary field contact for homeowners throughout the project
- Lead routine site meetings, walkthroughs, and project check-ins
- Identify issues early and communicate solutions proactively
- Help deliver a customer experience that results in strong referrals and 5-star reviews
Qualifications
- 4 to 7+ years of experience preferred in residential remodeling, renovation, custom home building, or a similar field leadership position
- Strong understanding of jobsite sequencing, subcontractor management, scheduling, inspections, and quality control
- Comfortable communicating directly with homeowners and trade partners
- Experience managing fixed-price projects and protecting project budgets
- Ability to read scopes of work, schedules, plans, selections, and project documentation
- Proficiency with construction management software or willingness to learn systems such as JobTread
- Strong written documentation, organization, and follow-through skills
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record required
- Must be able to work in the field throughout the South Charlotte service area
- Reliable personal vehicle required during the initial employment period
- Company vehicle eligibility begins after 4 months, subject to review
Pay And Benefits
- Full-time, W-2 employment
- Base salary: $80,000 to $95,000+ per year
- Expected total compensation may range from $100,000 to $105,000, depending on performance
- Additional compensation through KPI/profit-share incentives tied to schedule performance, budget performance, and customer satisfaction
- Unlimited PTO, based on performance and team coverage
- 6 paid holidays plus the week between Christmas and New Year
- Up to $400/month toward health insurance
- Up to $150/month gym reimbursement
- Up to $150/month chiropractic reimbursement
- Company phone and iPad/tablet provided
- Mileage reimbursement when applicable
- Company vehicle consideration after 4 months
Why Watershed Builders
Watershed Builders offers the opportunity to join a growing, values-driven company that takes craftsmanship, communication, and customer experience seriously. We believe strong field leadership is essential to delivering excellent projects, and we want team members who care about doing things the right way. Our leadership team works to create an environment where people can grow personally and professionally while helping shape the future of the company. We actively seek ideas, feedback, and ownership from our team, and we want every employee to feel that their voice matters and their work has a real impact. Watershed Builders is an equal opportunity employer.
Key skills/competency
- Site Superintendent
- Residential Remodeling
- Construction Management
- Subcontractor Coordination
- Project Scheduling
- Quality Control
- Budget Management
- Client Communication
- Jobsite Safety
- Team Leadership
Skills & topics
- Site Superintendent
- Construction Management
- Residential Remodeling
- Project Management
- Field Operations
- Subcontractor Management
- Scheduling
- Quality Control
- Jobsite Safety
- Charlotte Jobs
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 4-7+ years of experience in residential remodeling, renovation, or custom home building leadership. Quantify achievements in budget management and schedule adherence.
- Showcase leadership skills: Emphasize your ability to manage subcontractors, coordinate field activities, and ensure quality control.
- Demonstrate communication: Provide examples of direct communication with homeowners and trade partners, showcasing your client-focused approach.
- Highlight software proficiency: Mention experience with construction management software like JobTread or express willingness to learn.
- Prepare for on-site questions: Be ready to discuss your approach to maintaining safe, clean, and organized job sites, and problem-solving in the field.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the expected total compensation for a Site Superintendent at Watershed Builders?
- The expected total compensation for a Site Superintendent at Watershed Builders ranges from $100,000 to $105,000 per year, including base salary and potential performance-based incentives such as KPI/profit-share.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Site Superintendent at Watershed Builders?
- Key responsibilities include overseeing residential remodeling projects from start to finish, managing day-to-day jobsite activities, coordinating subcontractors, maintaining project schedules and logs, tracking costs, ensuring site safety and organization, and serving as the primary field contact for homeowners.
- What qualifications are required for the Site Superintendent role at Watershed Builders?
- Candidates should have 4-7+ years of experience in residential remodeling, renovation, or custom home building leadership. A strong understanding of jobsite sequencing, subcontractor management, scheduling, inspections, quality control, and direct communication with homeowners and trade partners is essential. Proficiency with construction management software is also a plus.
- What benefits does Watershed Builders offer to its Site Superintendents?
- Watershed Builders offers full-time W-2 employment, competitive salary with performance incentives, unlimited PTO, paid holidays, health insurance contribution, gym and chiropractic reimbursement, a company phone and iPad, and mileage reimbursement, with company vehicle consideration after 4 months.
- How does Watershed Builders foster a positive work environment for its Site Superintendents?
- Watershed Builders focuses on a values-driven culture emphasizing craftsmanship, communication, and customer experience. They believe in strong field leadership, provide opportunities for personal and professional growth, and actively seek employee ideas and feedback to ensure a sense of impact and ownership.
- Is this Site Superintendent role remote or on-site?
- This Site Superintendent role is field-driven and requires the candidate to be on-site throughout the South Charlotte service area. It is not an office-based or clipboard-only position, emphasizing hands-on involvement in daily jobsite activities.
- What is the typical career growth potential for a Site Superintendent at Watershed Builders?
- The position offers strong long-term growth potential, particularly for individuals who take pride in running organized, profitable projects and building strong relationships. The company's growth and focus on developing its team suggest opportunities for advancement.