Construction Superintendent-Federal- December Start

Overview

Harper Construction is seeking a Construction Superintendent for a high-profile Federal KC-46A Hangar project located at March Air Reserve Base in Riverside, California.

Do you want to lead impactful work on mission-critical military facilities like aircraft hangars, command centers, and barracks? Are you passionate about field operations, craftsmanship, and maintaining a safe, efficient jobsite? Are you ready for a role that challenges you and offers the chance to grow with a respected industry leader? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

As a family-owned business, Harper Construction is built on strong values, collaboration, and a commitment to quality. Since 1974, we've earned national recognition in Design-Build construction by investing in our people and delivering excellence to our clients. This is your opportunity to work on landmark federal projects alongside a team of experienced construction professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all on-site construction operations, ensuring alignment with project design, schedule, safety, and quality standards.

• Coordinate daily activities of subcontractors and self-perform crews to keep the project on track and within scope.

• Maintain proactive communication with client representatives, military stakeholders, inspectors, and other key partners.

• Supervise and plan all on-site functions including daily scheduling, resource allocation, and logistics.

• Interpret plans and specifications to resolve field construction challenges and implement best practices.

• Enforce compliance with all safety programs, project procedures, and federal construction requirements-including EM 385-1-1.

• Approve on-site personnel decisions, field changes, and procurement requests as necessary.

• Monitor productivity, equipment usage, and material flow to ensure efficient project execution.

• Document jobsite activities, safety violations, or non-conformances, and escalate critical issues with recommended solutions.

• Assist project management with QA/QC processes, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Perform additional duties as needed to ensure successful project delivery.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of construction experience, with at least 5 years as a Superintendent on federal or military projects valued at $30 million or more.

• Experience with vertical construction is essential, ideally including hangars or other large federal/military buildings.

• Solid working knowledge of EM 385-1-1 and proven track record in hazard identification and maintaining safety compliance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (preferred but not required).

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: $118,000 - $128,000 annually

• Final offer based on experience, skills, and qualifications

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Life and supplemental insurance options

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid company holidays and vacation