Construction Superintendent Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Construction Superintendent includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Leading and managing the on-site construction team.
  • Coordinating and overseeing all work on site.
  • Attending production meetings.
  • Reviewing and becoming familiar with the schedule and budget, and ensuring adherence to these.
  • Monitoring and ensuring on-site safety compliance, cleanliness and orderliness.
  • Maintaining records for site personnel such as daily field reports, field orders and RFIs.
  • Liaising with inspection authorities regarding approvals.
  • Ensuring quality standards are met.
  • Placing orders for materials, and being responsible for equipment and materials on site.
  • Following the project timeline to ensure deadlines are met.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Construction Superintendent duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Construction Superintendent roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.