Job Information
Actalent Superintendent in Herndon, Virginia
Job Title: Construction Superintendent
Job Description
We are urgently seeking a dedicated Superintendent to join our team due to an unexpected vacancy. This role is crucial in managing the preconstruction phase of our projects, particularly in healthcare construction, ensuring quality, safety, and timely completion.
Responsibilities
Understand unique project features and ensure they are reflected within the budget, including schedule and general conditions.
Review and update budget clarifications and exclusions with each update and track changes via a budget log.
Assist the owner and design team in mitigating cost overruns and meeting client expectations.
Finalize the Owner Contract, including clarifications, exclusions, and schedule.
Ensure the production, quality, safety, and timely profitable completion of projects, working directly and with the superintendent.
Build and sustain relationships with clients and initiate new project leads with architects, engineers, and owners.
Prepare for and attend client introduction meetings and project interviews.
Award, prepare, and execute competitive subcontracts, professional service contracts, and purchase contracts.
Ensure subcontractor compliance with site requirements, such as signed contracts and approved insurance certificates.
Prepare final construction budgets and review general contracts under supervision.
Prepare accurate requisitions and ensure timely collection of all monies due.
Execute the terms and conditions of the general contract.
Conduct progress meetings with owners, design teams, and subcontractors, maintaining detailed minutes.
Prepare and follow up on change orders and time extensions through the approval process.
Approve transaction orders, invoices, and requisitions, and ensure field accounting compliance.
Implement and comply with the company's safety and quality control programs.
Conduct job review prep sessions and accountability coaching meetings with direct reports.
Update and communicate project schedules regularly.
Resolve contract disputes efficiently to avoid project delays.
Essential Skills
Experience in healthcare construction and interiors
Experience as a Superintendent in general contracting
Ability to manage projects from conception to completion
Additional Skills & Qualifications
AEC degree with 4+ years of experience, or 7+ years of construction experience as a GC Superintendent without a degree
2+ years of experience in healthcare facilities as a Superintendent/Site Manager
Work Environment
This position requires on-site work in hospitals and healthcare-related facilities, focusing exclusively on healthcare construction projects.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Herndon, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Herndon,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 3, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.