Superintendent; Hawaii

Brief Description

Grunley Construction is a leading general contractor specializing in high‑profile commercial, institutional, and government projects in the DMV. With a reputation for excellence, innovation, and integrity, we deliver complex construction projects that meet the highest standards of quality and safety. Our team is committed to fostering collaboration and continuous improvement, ensuring that every project exceeds client expectations. Join us and be part of a company that values professional growth, teamwork, and making a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

The Superintendent is responsible for the construction site and all activities occurring therein. The Superintendent oversees and directs the material, tools, equipment, and labor used to complete the construction activities. The Superintendent is responsible for job site logistics, scheduling, quality control (Level II, or III as appropriate), safety, field office operations, and overall morale.

Reports to:

Director of Field Operations and is assigned project responsibility under the Senior Project Manager/Project Executive.

• HS Diploma or G.E.D.

• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in construction with at least 5 of those years as a superintendent on projects similar in size and complexity.

• OSHA 10
• CPR Certified/First Aid Certified (current or be able to obtain before project start date)

• General knowledge of all trades on the project and ability to forecast and execute the required activities within the project schedule. The Superintendent oversees both Grunley employees and subcontractors’ operations.
• Familiarity with the requirements of EM 385‑1‑1 and experience in hazard identification and safety compliance.
• Capability to interpret a critical‑path schedule and construction drawings.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with co‑workers, owners, owners’ representatives and tenants.
• Ability to learn new technical and non‑technical information and apply it in the field in relatively short time periods.

The Contracting Officer may request proof of the superintendent’s qualifications at any point in the project if the performance of the superintendent is in question.

• Coordinate the work of all Grunley Field Employees; direct Grunley Foremen, Field Engineer(s) and Assistant Superintendent(s); and coordinate Carpenters, Laborers, Bricklayers, etc. with Grunley’s Labor Manager.

• Responsible for coordination of all subcontractor activities; and direct subcontractor foremen accordingly.

• Assist in developing the baseline project schedule; assist with monthly updating of the project schedule; keep project on schedule; develop two‑week look‑ahead schedule.

• Monitor inspections performed by others; inspect site daily to identify potential problems and develop resolutions; and implement Quality Control Program.

• Determine need; take off, order and maintain as appropriate; and contract purchasing.

• Determine need and schedule requirements; get competitive prices on rentals; and notify office of rental and termination of equipment.

• Inspections; perform weekly toolbox talks; and verify that M.S.D.S. system is in place.

• Daily reports; fill out daily/weekly time sheets; fill out purchase orders; and maintain purchase order log.

• Maintain and post drawings.

• Attend assigned Grunley training; participate as an instructor in Grunley continuing education training programs; and provide on‑the‑job training for Foremen, Field Engineers, and Assistant Superintendents.

Our benefits package is designed to support employee well‑being and financial security, including employer‑sponsored health and life insurance, paid time off for sick leave, service‑qualifying maternity/paternity leave, jury duty, and vacation, and retirement options like 401(k) plans. Other compensation opportunities may include incentive bonuses, paid holidays, company training, and tuition assistance. Comprehensive benefits and other allowances will be discussed during the recruitment process;

base salaries will be determined by skills, position, education, experience, market consideration, and geographic location. The salary range for this role will be $–$.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at  or by phone at  and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address.