Superintendent - Retail and Restaurant

We're partnering with a well-established Southern California general contractor seeking a seasoned Superintendent - Retail and Restaurant to oversee ground-up and TI retail/restaurant projects across the Santa Clarita Valley. This is a long-term opportunity with a financially stable builder known for repeat clients, tight-knit teams, and consistent project backlog.

Client Details

Our client is a privately held, full-service general contractor with over 35 years of building and construction experience delivering high-quality commercial, retail, and mixed-use projects throughout Southern California. Known as one of the largest builders in the Santa Clarita Valley, they maintain a strong regional presence with a deep pipeline of repeat business from long-standing clients. The company manages projects ranging from $1 million tenant improvements to $30+ million ground-up developments, with a focus on efficiency, client satisfaction, and team-oriented execution. Employees benefit from a stable work environment, direct access to leadership, and clear opportunities for career growth within a tight-knit, well-respected firm.

Description

Key responsibilities for a Superintendent - Retail and Restaurant at our client include:

• Oversee day-to-day on site building and construction activities to ensure schedule, budget, quality, and safety standards are consistently met.

• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and inspections, ensuring smooth work flow and timely project milestones.

• Communicate regularly with project managers and clients to provide updates, resolve issues, and maintain strong relationships throughout the Santa Clarita Valley.

• Enforce site safety protocols in compliance with OSHA and company policies to create a zero-incident job site.

• Manage site documentation, including daily logs, look-ahead schedules, RFI tracking, and progress photos.

Profile

A successful Superintendent - Retail and Restaurant candidate will have:

• 5+ years of superintendent experience managing commercial ground-up and/or tenant improvement projects, ideally in retail, restaurant, or mixed-use sectors.

• Proven track record delivering projects between $1M-$30M from start to finish, with strong scheduling and field coordination skills.

• Expertise in reading plans, managing subs, and running efficient job sites while maintaining quality control and safety compliance.

• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate closely with PMs, owners, and city inspectors.

• Hands-on knowledge of building and construction software (e.g., Procore, Microsoft Project, or similar) and ability to maintain accurate daily reporting and documentation.

Job Offer

What does an offer look like?

• Competitive base salary depending on experience and project background.

• Performance-based bonuses, often tied to project milestones, safety, and profitability.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including full coverage of medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.

• Stable, long-term pipeline of local work, allowing for work-life balance and reduced travel demands.

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