Commercial Construction Lead Superintendent - Houston

Company: Engen Contracting Inc.
Location: Houston
Posted on: March 17, 2026

Job Description:

Here is the perfect background for success: A committed hardworking Commercial Construction Lead Superintendent with both vertical ground-up & remodel experience working for a commercial general contractor who wants to join an innovative team of trendsetters in modern construction methodologies. Who We Are: Engen Contracting, Inc . ("ECI") builds sound commercial structures that typically range in construction costs between one and half to ten million per project. The projects consist of ground-up Retail, Restaurants, Self-Storage, Office-Warehouses, Medical, General Office, Child Development, etc. ECI is headquartered in Austin and our client base has us covering projects the Central Texas area as well as targeting the other major markets. ECI is driven by a team that consists of an amazing group of hardworking, productive, and dedicated team members who love what they do and excel at being the best. Our team is not only accountable to the company but also to themselves and are individuals that continually strive to be the best. If you possess the relevant experience that matches our project's scope and requirements, and if you resonate with our philosophy, we warmly invite you to join our dynamic and successful team. The Ideal Commercial Construction Lead Superintendent: Must be experienced in the following - * ATTENTION TO DETAIL! * Project Scheduling - maintain weekly updates. MS Projects experience a plus. * OSHA Trained/Certified - 30 Hour (preferred) * Safety enforcement along with conducting weekly onsite toolbox meetings * Utilize Procore to complete daily reports, monitor conversations and take daily pictures * Coordinate inspections * Generate and complete punch lists * Subcontractor Change Order verification and validate labor/material projections * Clear and assertive communication in the field is critical and can include direct conversations with Owners and Architects (and other consultants). * Must be a problem solver with a proactive mentality - this is not just a skill, but a reflection of one's desire to fully understand and embrace a challenge till a solution is developed * Maintain ethical business practices in every aspect of your daily actions * Experience in dealing with representatives of various city building & development departments… * Ability to interpret blueprints and coordinate between architectural & structural & MEP designs to ensure they flow together and match * Contact and schedule subcontractors - ability must be second nature to motivate job-related subcontractors/suppliers to meet the intent of specific plans & specifications * Overall knowledge/understanding of horizontal and vertical construction to include but not be limited to; Cut and Fill sites, Utilities, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing applications. * Dependable form of transportation * Available and willing to voluntarily work after hours. Some projects require more than others, but at critical points can demand extra time commitments * Organize and conduct weekly onsite subcontractor meetings to discuss safety practices, current events, schedule, quality control, etc. * Work with office staff and respond in a timely manner, including but not limited to emails * Be available, punctual, and accountable for meetings, requests from staff, etc. Important: There are some important things to consider. * Absolutely no alcohol or drugs in the workplace * Acceptable background checks & drug tests are a condition of hire * ECI conducts a personality assessment to see if you'll fit within our culture and work style; it's important to us that you're happy in your role, that you bring the right set of skills and aptitude, and that your approach to work fits our approach. * Commercial Construction Lead Superintendents must have a valid Texas Driver's License (If out of state, you have 60 days to obtain a valid Texas Driver's License). * This position is with the intent of creating a long-term relationship. Our hope is that once you start, you've found a role and company that you can be a part of for a long time. * This is NOT a traveling superintendent position * ECI does NOT provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status). * Commercial Construction Lead Superintendent with only residential or multi-family-only construction experience will not be considered . We need a seasoned Commercial Construction Lead Superintendent that can hit the road running Note to Recruiting Agencies, We value and respect your contributions. Our internal talent acquisition drives our business effectively, and we typically don't engage external agencies. Powered by JazzHR PIab920386d96a-29400-38953094

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