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Superintendent, Industrial, Commercial or Multi-Family

Ryan Companies

Denver, COFull-time$123–154K/yrPosted 1 day agoStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$123–154K/yr
Location
Denver, CO
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License, required

Job overview

The Superintendent leads on-site construction activities, coordinating subcontractors, craftworkers, and project personnel to deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget. The role oversees site safety and quality, project schedules, budgets, procurement, and closeout, while representing the company with clients and other stakeholders. Regular on-site attendance is essential, and the position may support one or multiple project locations with regional or national travel.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Commercial Building Systems, requiredConstruction Means and Methods, requiredBuilding Codes, requiredSafety Regulations, requiredCPM Scheduling, requiredBudget Management, requiredBlueprint Interpretation, requiredSpecification Interpretation, requiredProject Management Platforms, requiredOffice Productivity Software, required

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Construction Management Engineering or Related, required5 Years Commercial Construction Experience, required2 Years on-Site Field Leadership, requiredAssociate Degree or Technical Certificate in Construction, required7 Years Commercial Construction Experience, requiredValid Driver's License, requiredPre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Screening, requiredU.S. Employment Verification, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Job Description:

Summary: The Superintendent is a key field leadership role responsible for coordinating all on-site construction activities, including the scheduling and operational oversight of subcontractors, craftworkers, and project management personnel, to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. As a safety-sensitive role, the Superintendent manages on-site hazard mitigation, coordinates daily operations with trade foremen across all scopes, and serves as the primary field representative for owners, tenants, and external stakeholders.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Site Safety & Quality Assurance

  • Develop a site-specific safety program, administer project safety protocols in accordance with company policies and procedures, and establish job-specific Job Safety/Hazard Analyses (JHA).
  • Enforce company safety and quality programs, ensuring full site compliance with all regulatory standards and company procedures.
  • Minimize warranty issues by proactively reviewing design details and monitoring the installation of
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  • Maintain comprehensive project documentation through project management software (such as Procore), including daily logs, RFIs, safety inspections, QA/QC inspections, and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) reports.

Field Operations & Schedule Management

  • Develop, track, update, and enforce the Critical Path Method (CPM) project schedule, utilizing it to drive operational decisions and communicate weekly project status to the project team.
  • Coordinate daily jobsite activities and foster productive working relationships with subcontractors, craftworkers, and all affiliated project personnel.
  • Provide clear operational direction to project personnel through the accurate reading, comprehension, and administration of construction prints, specifications, and contract documents.
  • Participate in the shop drawing and submittal review process to verify field dimensional compliance.
  • Direct and coordinate the project closeout process to ensure a seamless transition of the completed facility.

Financial Administration & Procurement

  • Comprehend, administer, and assume accountability for the project’s general conditions budget.
  • Comprehend, administer, and manage self-perform work budgets, including preparing accurate labor and material estimates for self-perform scopes when applicable.
  • Collaborate with the project team to support the material procurement process, verify contract changes, and expedite material purchases.
  • Conduct value engineering analyses construction details to optimize costs while maintaining aesthetic and functional quality.

Stakeholder Relations & Business Representation

  • Represent the company professionally to the public, clients, and community stakeholders, actively supporting customer satisfaction initiatives.
  • Participate in project reviews, including Checkpoint Client and Teams meetings, to align progress with client expectations.
  • Exchange accurate, timely information with project team members, owners, architects, engineers, municipal officials, and third-party inspectors.

Qualifications:

  • To qualify for this position, candidates must demonstrate progressive experience and have a combination of:
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management Engineering, or a closely related field coupled with 5 years’ experience in commercial construction, including at least two (2) years of dedicated on-site field leadership (such as an Assistant Superintendent) or
  • An Associate degree or two-year technical certificate in a construction-related discipline paired with a minimum of 7 years of experience in commercial construction, including at least two (2) years of dedicated on-site field leadership (such as an Assistant Superintendent).
  • Equivalent military experience will be considered toward the required years of experience
  • Thorough knowledge of commercial building systems, construction means and methods, building codes, and safety regulations.
  • Proven experience creating, managing, and updating Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules using industry-standard scheduling software.
  • Demonstrated experience managing general conditions and self-perform budgets.
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting commercial blueprints, structural specifications, and subcontract documents.
  • Proficiency in utilizing digital project management platforms (such as Procore) and standard office productivity software.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
  • Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.

Work Environment & Schedule: This is a full-time position that may be based on a single large project or oversee multiple project locations. Regular, predictable, and physically active on-site attendance is an essential function of this job.

Travel Requirements:

  • This position requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel regionally or nationally to support active project locations.
  • Travel expectations include flexibility for overnight stays, temporary assignments, or relocation based on specific project needs and extended project durations.

Compensation: The salary range is $123,011-153,774 USD. The salary base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Eligibility: Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
  • Retirement and Savings Benefits
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Educational Assistance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
  • Family Planning & Parenting Benefits
  • Employee Discount Programs
  • Pet insurance
  • Charitable Donation Matching
  • Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
  • Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Notice to Candidates: Please be advised that initial outreach regarding employment at Ryan Companies will only occur via email from the domain @ryancompanies.com email address. If you recieve communication from someone you believe is impersonating Ryan Companies, please report it to us at [email protected]

Non-Solicitation Notice to Recruitment Agencies: Ryan Companies kindly requests that recruitment agencies and third-party recruiters do not submit unsolicited resumes or candidate information to any Ryan Companies employee or office. Ryan Companies will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited submissions. If recruitment services are required, we will reach out directly to agencies on our approved vendor list. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,509 open Construction Superintendent jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$123–154K/yr
  • Colorado median$110–140K/yr57 salary ranges
  • US median$111–157K/yr523 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $138K, is 9% above the Colorado median midpoint ($128K) — in the middle half of Construction Superintendent salary ranges in Colorado.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 69 open Construction Superintendent jobs in Colorado and 1,509 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Colorado
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Construction Superintendent postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (1,283 postings).
Education
53 of the 1,509 open Construction Superintendent jobs (4%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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