Experienced Superintendent for High-End Residential GC
Job Description
Job Description
MatPel Builders is a premier general contractor specializing in architecturally driven, high-end residential and light commercial projects in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our work spans modern custom homes, historic renovations, complex remodels, and ground-up builds.
We are looking for a skilled, hands-on Construction Superintendent to join our South Bay team. The ideal candidate brings strong trade knowledge, attention to detail, and a solutions-oriented mindset. You should be comfortable leading teams and delivering excellence to a discerning clientele.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and mentor field crews
- Collaborate with Project Managers to execute work efficiently and profitably
- Coordinate jobsite layout, excavation depths, and elevations
- Partner with architects, designers, and engineers to resolve field challenges
- Manage labor needs and communicate with HR and Senior Superintendents
- Maintain schedules, generate material lists, and track deliveries
- Lead daily reporting in Procore, including photo documentation
- Monitor project costs, budgets, and productivity
- Review plans and provide clear direction to subcontractors
- Enforce site safety and cleanliness standards at all times
- Perform carpentry tasks as needed, including finish work
- Ensure timely punch-list completion and client satisfaction
Qualifications
- 7+ years of superintendent experience in high-end residential construction
- Strong background in carpentry
- Proven ability to lead teams and manage subcontractors
- Excellent communication and time management skills
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and adaptable
- Comfortable reading plans, managing budgets, and working with numbers
- Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle (truck or van preferred)
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Must be able to wear appropriate PPE and meet physical demands of the job
Preferred
- College degree or trade school certification
- 10+ years in luxury residential construction
- Experience with modern architectural styles
- Completion of a carpentry apprenticeship
WHAT WE OFFER:
Our team is comprised of highly skilled, intelligent, and experienced professionals, and it has been growing steadily!
We offer a comprehensive and holistic benefits package to keep our team members happy and healthy:
- Competitive base pay
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Company-sponsored Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
- Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance
- Nine Paid holidays
- Generous PTO and sick leave
- Commuter transit benefits
- Technology stipend
- Optional paid training for professional advancement in leadership, management, and industry technology
At MatPel Builders, you will help shape some of the most beautiful homes in the San Francisco Bay Area while building a meaningful, long-term career. We look forward to hearing from you.