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Commercial Ground Up Superintendent - Charlotte, NC

Charlotte, North Carolina Permanent USD100,000 - USD125,000 per year View Job Description
The Superintendent will oversee local ground‑up and renovation commercial projects throughout the Charlotte metro area, primarily in Mecklenburg County and surrounding markets. This is a hands‑on field leadership role ideal for a mid‑career Superintendent who enjoys being active onsite and leading work from the ground up.
  • Hands‑on superintendent role with autonomy on smaller ground‑up jobs
  • Local Charlotte projects only, no travel required

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a long‑standing, highly respected general contractor with decades of success across North Carolina. The firm is known for strong employee retention, a collaborative culture, and a diverse commercial project portfolio. Each regional office operates with autonomy, direct access to leadership, and a focus on keeping teams local and engaged.

Job Description

  • Lead day‑to‑day onsite construction activities from footing through vertical construction.
  • Manage subcontractors, site logistics, inspections, and safety compliance.
  • Maintain schedules, coordinate trades, and ensure quality standards are met.
  • Actively walk the site daily, this is not a truck‑based supervision role.
  • Run subcontractor coordination meetings and daily planning activities.
  • Partner closely with General Superintendents and Project Managers.
  • Maintain clean, organized, and productive job sites.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Commercial Ground Up Superintendent should have:

  • 5-10 years of experience as a Superintendent.
  • Experience running ground‑up commercial construction projects.
  • Comfortable with early‑stage site work, including footings and vertical construction.
  • Strong field presence and leadership, boots‑on‑the‑ground mentality required.
  • Stable work history preferred.
  • Local to the Charlotte metro area.

What's on Offer

  • Base Salary: $105K-$120K
  • Guaranteed Bonus: $10K in the first year (typical target ~$20K)
  • Vehicle Allowance: $500-$800/month (includes gas)
  • Healthcare: Company‑paid medical insurance after 30 days
  • 401(k): Eligibility after 6 months
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Additional discretionary bonuses beyond year one
Contact
Lucía Candanedo
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7009444

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Site Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Charlotte
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lucía Candanedo
Job Reference
JN-052026-7009444