General Superintendent
General Superintendent
We are seeking an experienced General Superintendent to lead the safe, efficient and successful delivery of complex construction projects. This senior role will provide overall direction across multiple workstreams, ensuring activities are completed to the required standards, programme and budget while maintaining excellent communication with clients, contractors and internal teams.
The successful candidate will be a confident operational leader with strong technical knowledge and a proven record of managing large-scale projects. You will coordinate site teams, oversee subcontractor performance and ensure that all works comply with approved designs, specifications, contractual obligations and relevant legislation.
Key responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day leadership and supervision across construction operations.
- Develop and monitor work programmes, schedules, site logistics and resource plans.
- Coordinate supervisors, engineers, subcontractors and suppliers to maintain progress.
- Review drawings, method statements, risk assessments and inspection documentation.
- Promote a proactive health, safety, environmental and quality culture on site.
- Identify risks, resolve technical or operational issues and escalate matters appropriately.
- Monitor productivity, workmanship, materials and plant usage against project requirements.
- Attend progress meetings and provide clear, accurate reports to senior stakeholders.
- Support commercial control by monitoring variations, delays, progress claims and costs.
- Ensure all necessary records, handover documentation and close-out activities are completed.
About you
You will have substantial experience in a superintendent, construction manager or senior site management position, ideally gained on major or technically demanding projects. A recognised qualification in construction, engineering or a related discipline is desirable, alongside relevant site safety certifications and a sound understanding of UK regulations and industry standards.
Strong leadership, planning and problem-solving skills are essential. You should be capable of making informed decisions under pressure, managing competing priorities and building effective relationships at all levels. A practical, collaborative approach and a commitment to delivering high-quality results will be highly valued.
This is an opportunity to take ownership of significant projects and make a visible contribution to their safe and successful completion.
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