Job Title: Active Construction Superintendent (Residential) Carpentry

Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Charleston, SC
Reports To: Project Manager / General Manager / Owner

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Active Construction Superintendent to lead our residential construction projects from the ground up. This is a "working superintendent" role that requires a unique blend of high-level project oversight and hands-on execution. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the job site, coordinating subcontractors, implementing project controls, and personally executing high-end custom carpentry and installation work. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in all facets of residential construction and takes immense pride in maintaining a safe, efficient, and high-quality job site.

Key Responsibilities

Project Site Management & Oversight

Direct all day-to-day on-site operations, ensuring projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Enforce strict job site safety protocols (OSHA compliance) and maintain a clean, organized, and secure work environment.
Open and close the job site daily, serving as the primary point of contact for all on-site activities.
Anticipate and resolve on-site issues, weather delays, and structural challenges proactively.

Coordination & Communication

Schedule, coordinate, and manage all subcontractors, vendors, and in-house labor, ensuring seamless workflow and minimizing downtime.
Liaise closely with the Project Manager, architects, designers, and clients to ensure the design intent is executed accurately in the field.
Schedule and oversee all municipal and structural inspections, ensuring building code compliance at every phase.

Project Controls

Maintain accurate daily logs, including site conditions, progress photos, weather, and safety reports using project management software (e.g., BuilderTrend, Procore).
Manage on-site material deliveries, verify quantities against purchase orders, and secure materials to prevent loss or damage.
Track the project schedule meticulously, updating timelines and communicating adjustments to the broader team.
Conduct continuous Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) walkthroughs.

Active Installation & Custom Carpentry

Perform hands-on carpentry work, ranging from complex framing to high-end finish carpentry and custom millwork installation.
Execute and oversee specialized installations, ensuring precision and flawless integration with other trades.
Lead by example in the field, demonstrating best-in-class building techniques and mentoring junior carpenters or laborers.
Step in to perform general labor or installation tasks as needed to keep the project moving forward on schedule.

Qualifications & Experience

Comprehensive Knowledge: Minimum of 5–7+ years of hands-on experience in all facets of residential construction (foundations, framing, MEPs, drywall, and finishes).
Leadership Experience: Proven track record as a Construction Superintendent, Foreman, or Lead Carpenter on custom residential builds or high-end remodels.
Carpentry Mastery: Exceptional skills in both rough and custom finish carpentry, with a keen eye for detail and craftsmanship.
Technical Literacy: Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, structural drawings, and architectural plans.
Process Driven: Strong understanding of project controls, construction sequencing, and scheduling.
Tech-Savvy: Proficiency with construction management software, tablets/smartphones, and basic email/document tools.
Communication: Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills to interact professionally with high-net-worth clients, tradesmen, and city officials.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50+ lbs, climbing ladders, scaffolding, and working in tight spaces.
Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Must possess a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation (truck preferred), and a complete set of professional-grade carpentry tools.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $72,500.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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