Superintendent - Ground Up Projects - New Hampshire

Portsmouth, New Hampshire Permanent USD100,000 - USD130,000 per year View Job Description
This role is ideal for a Superintendent ready to independently manage ground‑up construction projects from start to finish. The position offers long-term stability, strong financial incentives, and the opportunity to work with a respected regional builder known for treating people well.
  • High‑trust role with full project ownership
  • Pipeline secured through 2026 and beyond

About Our Client

Our client is a privately held GC operating in the Seacoast NH and Southern ME/NH region, led by a leadership team with more than 20 years in the industry. They're known for their family‑oriented culture, long‑tenured employees, strong market reputation, and consistent negotiated work. With annual revenue around $20M and a team of roughly 12 employees, they deliver ground‑up, renovation, and fit‑out projects ranging from $50K to $35M across commercial, office, lab, and mixed-use sectors.

Job Description

  • Run ground‑up construction projects independently, ensuring schedule, quality, and budget adherence
  • Manage site operations across a multi‑building phased development
  • Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, inspections, and daily site logistics
  • Lead onsite safety, enforce compliance, and foster a culture of accountability
  • Maintain clear communication with project managers and leadership
  • Oversee progress documentation, reporting, and issue resolution
  • Support project planning for upcoming buildings in the development pipeline
  • Represent the company professionally with owners, inspectors, and the public



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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 Superintendent - Ground Up Projects should have:

  • Experience as a Superintendent leading projects independently
  • Background in projects between $500K-$20M
  • Wood‑frame construction experience strongly preferred (not required)
  • Ability to manage complex multi‑phase schedules
  • Strong communication, leadership, and field‑coordination skills
  • Self‑sufficient, solutions‑driven mindset
  • Regional experience in NH/ME/MA construction markets is a plus

What's on Offer

  • Base salary targeted around $100K (willing to go up to $130K for the right person)
  • Annual bonuses typically $8K-$10K+
  • Profit‑sharing contributions into retirement
  • Mileage reimbursement (commonly exceeds $1,000/month)
  • Full benefits package: health insurance, PTO, 401(k) with 3% match
  • Long-term multi‑year project work through 2026 with potential future phases
  • Opportunity to join a respected, stable, family‑oriented company with excellent employee retention
Contact
Savannah Sullivan
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6945851

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Site Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Portsmouth
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Savannah Sullivan
Job Reference
JN-022026-6945851