Lead Superintendent, South Bay / Peninsula - Build What Matters
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Posted: March 30, 2026
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Quick Summary
Lead Superintendent, South Bay / Peninsula - Build What Matters, responsible for leading a team of superintendents to deliver high-quality projects in a fast-paced environment. Requires a strong leadership and project management background, with a focus on collaboration and cost control.
Required Skills
Job Description
Lead Superintendent, South Bay / Peninsula - Build What Matters
Location: South Bay / Peninsula, San Francisco Bay Area
Employment Type: Full Time, Onsite
Compensation: $170,000 to $190,000 base + Performance Bonus
About Buhler Commercial
Buhler Commercial is a San Francisco–based general contractor delivering high-quality public works, education, and commercial projects across the Bay Area. We are a union signatory builder known for strong execution, collaborative teams, and a commitment to doing things the right way. Our work improves communities. Our culture supports the people doing the work. We are growing, and we are looking for experienced field leaders who take pride in running exceptional jobs.
The Opportunity
This is a true field leadership role. As a Lead Superintendent, you will run the jobsite, lead subcontractors and self-perform crews, and take full ownership of schedule, safety, and quality. You will work alongside a strong PM team and leadership that trusts your judgment and backs your decisions. If you are the kind of builder who likes being in control of the job, solving problems early, and delivering clean, well-run projects, you will thrive here.
What You Will Do
Lead all onsite construction activities from mobilization through closeout
Drive schedule performance, including detailed three-week lookaheads
Manage subcontractors and union field crews with clear expectations and accountability
Maintain a safe, organized, and high-performing jobsite
Coordinate with project management, design teams, and inspectors to keep the job moving
Identify and solve issues before they impact schedule or cost
Oversee inspections, punch lists, and final delivery
Maintain accurate daily reporting and documentation using Procore and related tools
What You Bring
5+ years as a Superintendent with a general contractor on commercial or public works projects
Proven ability to run jobs independently and lead field teams with confidence
Strong understanding of building systems, sequencing, and code requirements
Clear communicator who can manage multiple stakeholders effectively
Organized and disciplined in planning and documentation
Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, and scheduling tools
OSHA 30 (or willingness to obtain)
Ability to meet project-specific badging and background requirements
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a strong, well-rounded package:
Base salary: $170,000 to $190,000
Annual performance bonus
100% employer-paid medical coverage
75% employer-paid dental and vision
401(k) with employer match
100% employer-paid life insurance
Mental health support and employee assistance programs
Paid vacation, sick time, holidays, and floating holidays
Paid volunteer days
Commuter benefits and cell phone stipend
Ongoing training and professional development
Work Location
This is a full-time onsite role based on a South Bay / Peninsula project, with future projects throughout the Bay Area. Candidates must be local or within a reasonable commute. Relocation is not provided.
Join Us
If you are a strong field leader who takes ownership, runs a tight job, and wants to be part of a company that values quality and accountability, we would like to meet you. This role is for someone who wants to run the job, not sit in meetings all day. We are looking for a superintendent who takes pride in delivering a clean, well-run project without layers of bureaucracy.