Commercial Construction Lead Superintendent - Houston

Commercial Construction Lead Superintendent – Houston

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Engen Contracting, Inc. (ECI) builds sound commercial structures that typically range in construction costs between $1.5 million and $10 million per project. The projects include ground‑up Retail, Restaurants, Self‑Storage, Office‑Warehouses, Medical, General Office, Child Development, and more. ECI is headquartered in Austin and serves the Central Texas area and other major markets.

We are seeking a committed, hardworking Superintendent with both ground‑up and remodel experience to join an innovative team of trendsetters in modern construction methodologies.

• Maintain weekly project scheduling updates; MS Project experience is a plus.
• Implement OSHA training and safety enforcement, conduct weekly onsite toolbox meetings.
• Use Procore to complete daily reports, monitor conversations, and take daily pictures.
• Coordinate inspections and generate punch lists.
• Verify change orders and validate labor/material projections.
• Communicate assertively with Owners, Architects, and consultants on site.
• Problem‑solve proactively to understand and embrace challenges until solutions are developed.
• Maintain ethical business practices in all daily actions.
• Interpret blueprints and coordinate between architectural, structural, and MEP designs to ensure alignment.
• Schedule and motivate subcontractors to meet plans and specifications.
• Support overall construction knowledge—including cut & fill sites, utilities, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing applications.
• Keep dependable transportation and be available for after‑hours work when critical.
• Schedule weekly subcontractor meetings to discuss safety, schedule, and quality control.
• Respond promptly to office staff via email and other communication channels.
• Be punctual, accountable for meetings, and responsive to staff requests.

• Attention to detail, proactive mindset, and strong problem‑solving skills.
• Project scheduling and MS Project experience.
• OSHA 30‑hour training (preferred).
• OSHA 30‑hour training (preferred).
• Experience with Procore daily reporting and photo documentation.
• Knowledge of subcontractor change order verification.
• Strong communication skills with owners, architects, and consultants.
• Ethical business practices and adherence to safety.
• Background in both commercial and residential construction (multi‑family is not acceptable).
• Valid Texas driver’s license (out‑of‑state candidates have 60 days to obtain one).
• Non‑traveling position.
• No visa sponsorship.
• Available for overtime and after‑hours when required.

• Alcohol or drugs are strictly prohibited in the workplace.
• Acceptable background checks and drug test are a condition of hire.
• Pre‑employment personality assessment to fit our culture.
• Commercial construction superintendent must have a valid Texas driver’s license (or obtain one within 60 days if out of state).
• This position is intended for a long‑term relationship.
• This is NOT a traveling superintendent position.
• ECI does NOT provide visa sponsorship.
• Commercial construction superintendents with only residential or multi‑family construction experience will not be considered.

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