Construction Superintendent

Description

Marker Hill Construction is a locally rooted construction company based in Winter Park, Colorado, specializing in high-quality site work, excavation, and infrastructure projects throughout the mountain community. We take pride in building safely, efficiently, and with respect for the challenging alpine environment we work in year-round. We are currently seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead our field operations. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who knows how to run a job site, keep crews productive and safe, and deliver projects on time and to specification from the ground up.

Principle Purpose of Job:

The Construction Superintendent is responsible for the day-to-day management of all field activities on assigned job sites. This position directs foremen, equipment operators, laborers, and subcontractors through excavation, grading, utilities, roadwork, foundations, and site development. The Superintendent works closely with the Project Manager to turn plans and schedules into completed work, and is the company's primary on-site representative for safety, quality, schedule, and client and inspector relations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee all on-site construction activities, including excavation, grading, utility installation, roadwork, foundations, and site restoration.
• Plan, schedule, and assign daily and weekly work for foremen, operators, laborers, and subcontractors.
• Develop and maintain the field schedule with the Project Manager; identify delays early and adjust crews, equipment, and sequencing to stay on track.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, site plans, specifications, and grade stakes, and make sure work is built to plan.
• Lead the site safety program: run daily tailgate meetings, enforce OSHA and company safety standards, and investigate and report incidents.
• Coordinate with engineers, surveyors, inspectors, utility providers, and municipal and county officials (including Grand County and the Town of Winter Park).
• Schedule inspections and testing, and make sure work passes on the first attempt.
• Manage equipment and material needs: request deliveries, coordinate equipment moves, and track usage to control costs.
• Monitor quality of work and correct deficiencies before they become rework.
• Keep accurate daily logs, timecards, progress photos, change documentation, and safety records.
• Serve as the on-site point of contact for owners, clients, and neighbors; communicate progress and resolve field issues professionally.
• Implement erosion control, stormwater (SWPPP), and environmental protection measures suited to mountain and wetland-adjacent sites.
• Plan for winter conditions, including snow removal, frost protection, and seasonal shutdown or startup of job sites.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate field staff; support hiring decisions and develop future foremen.
• Take part in pre-construction meetings, constructability reviews, and project closeout, including punch lists and as-builts.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of construction field experience required, including at least 2-3 years in a superintendent, assistant superintendent, or General foreman role.
• Strong background in site work, excavation, grading, and underground utilities required.
• Experience in mountain or high-altitude construction strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret civil plans, specifications, and grading and utility drawings.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations; OSHA 30 certification required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Familiarity with stormwater and erosion control requirements; Colorado SWPPP or erosion control certification preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple crews and subcontractors and to hold a schedule.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills with field staff, clients, and inspectors.
• Comfortable with basic computer tools for scheduling, daily reports, email, and photo documentation (e.g., Microsoft Office, Procore, or similar).
• Understanding of heavy equipment operation and capabilities; ability to operate equipment preferred.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Ability to work long hours, early mornings, and occasional weekends based on project and weather needs.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Work outdoors year-round on active job sites in varying weather, altitude, and terrain common to Grand County.
• Walk uneven ground and slopes, climb in and out of equipment and trenches, and stand for long periods.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Exposure to noise, dust, heavy equipment, and cold-weather conditions.
• Travel between multiple job sites in the Fraser Valley and surrounding mountain communities.