Superintendent - Commercial Construction

Wathco is a national commercial general contractor specializing in fast-paced restaurant remodels, re-imaging programs, and facility upgrades for leading national restaurant brands. For over 30 years, we’ve built a reputation for delivering high-quality projects on aggressive schedules across the United States.

Our projects are often completed in tight timeframes, sometimes overnight or in active environments, which requires strong field leadership, organization, and the ability to keep work moving without sacrificing quality.

As we continue to grow, we are building a pipeline of experienced Superintendents for future opportunities. While this is not an immediate opening, we are always looking to connect with strong field leaders who align with how we operate.

What a Superintendent Does at Wathco

Superintendents are responsible for leading day-to-day field operations and ensuring projects are executed safely, on schedule, and to Wathco’s quality standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing daily jobsite operations, including coordination of subcontractors and field activities
• Driving the project schedule and ensuring work is completed on time in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
• Communicating closely with the Project Manager and Assistant Project Manager to keep projects aligned on schedule and budget
• Maintaining daily logs, site reports, and project documentation
• Ensuring compliance with safety standards and jobsite requirements
• Coordinating inspections, deliveries, and material management
• Identifying and resolving field issues quickly to avoid delays
• Overseeing quality control and ensuring all work meets project specifications
• Managing punch list completion and final project closeout in the field
  

What We Look For

• Commercial construction Superintendent experience required
• Experience with restaurant remodels, tenant improvements, or fast-track renovation projects strongly preferred
• Ability to manage projects with tight timelines, night work, and active jobsite conditions
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, trades coordination, and field problem solving
• Comfortable using tools like Procore for daily logs, photos, and documentation
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with subcontractors and project teams
• OSHA 30 certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability and willingness to travel for projects as needed

Compensation & Benefits (For Future Openings)

Wathco offers competitive compensation packages based on experience.

Benefits typically include:

• Travel per diem while on assigned projects
• Mileage reimbursement when using a personal vehicle for work
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (eligible after 90 days of employment)

Interested in Future Opportunities?

If you are interested in joining Wathco in the future, we encourage you to apply so we can keep your information on file. When Superintendent roles open up, we will review candidates from this talent network first.