Superintendent - Federal Construction New Jersey

An established federal contractor is seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead a highly secure SCIF renovation project in New Jersey. This role will oversee day-to-day field operations on complex Federal construction projects, ensuring safety, schedule, quality, and compliance with strict federal standards.

Client Details

The client is a rapidly growing federal contractor supporting U.S. government and Department of Defense clients nationwide. Backed by strong financial resources, a robust pipeline of federal work, and a long-term growth strategy in New Jersey, the organization is known for lean decision-making, excellent benefits, and the ability to deliver complex, secure projects efficiently.

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site Superintendent for SCIF renovations as part of a larger federal contract at a Naval installation.
• Manage daily field operations for federal Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build construction projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and government representatives to maintain schedule and quality.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and contract-specific requirements.
• Maintain project documentation including daily reports, schedules, safety logs, and progress reports.
• Enforce site safety requirements, conduct toolbox talks, and lead weekly safety meetings.
• Utilize project management software (RMS, Procore, P6, MS Project, etc.) to track progress and resolve issues.
• Maintain professionalism while working in occupied or sensitive environments, including secure and operational facilities.

Profile

The Successful Candidate

• 10+ years of experience as a Superintendent on federal construction projects.
• Mandatory experience working on Department of Defense projects (Army Corps of Engineers, Navy, or similar).
• OSHA 30 certification (minimum).
• Strong background in renovations, new construction, site development, and excavation.
• Experience delivering projects ranging from $500K to $15M in value.
• SCIF construction experience is highly preferred.
• Prior experience with occupied facilities (hospital renovations strongly preferred).
• Proficient with federal construction/project management software platforms.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance (or higher) and access military installations.
• U.S. Citizenship required with a clean background (no felonies or misdemeanors).
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders.

Job Offer

What's On Offer

• Base salary up to $140,000+, depending on experience.
• 100% employer-paid benefits (medical, dental, vision) - among the best in the market.
• Annual bonus
• Mileage reimbursement at IRS-approved rates.
• Long-term career stability with a contractor that has a strong federal backlog and plans to grow its New Jersey presence.
• Exposure to high-profile, secure federal projects with opportunities for advancement.

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.