🦺 Lead the Field - Join Mefford Construction as a Site Superintendent! 🏗️

Job Title: Superintendent - Commercial Construction

Company Name: Mefford Construction

Pay Range: $75,000 - $90,000+ per year, based on experience

Industry: Commercial Construction

Location: Versailles, KY

Job Overview

Mefford Construction is hiring an experienced Site Superintendent to lead daily operations on our commercial construction job sites. As the on-site authority, you will manage field activities, coordinate subcontractors, uphold quality and safety standards, and ensure projects stay on track. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment and takes pride in delivering not just outstanding builds-but strong relationships and repeat business.

Who We Are

At Mefford Construction, our mission goes beyond building-we create long-term partnerships. Our 70-75% repeat customer base is a testament to how we treat our clients: with honesty, collaboration, and excellence. We prioritize quality relationships just as much as quality workmanship. Learn more at www.meffcon.com

Key Responsibilities

Project Oversight & Execution
- Manage day-to-day on-site construction activities across commercial projects
- Implement project schedules and ensure work aligns with plans and specs
- Maintain high safety, quality, and productivity standards
Budget & Resource Management
- Monitor labor, materials, and equipment usage to stay within budget
- Work closely with the project manager to anticipate and mitigate cost issues
Team Leadership
- Direct on-site crews, subcontractors, and vendors with clarity and authority
- Foster a positive, accountable jobsite culture aligned with company values
Safety & Compliance
- Enforce site-specific safety programs and OSHA compliance
- Conduct safety meetings, toolbox talks, and daily inspections
Documentation & Reporting
- Utilize construction management software to track and report site activity
- Maintain daily logs, labor reports, photos, and incident reports
Material & Equipment Coordination
- Ensure timely delivery and readiness of tools, materials, and equipment
- Operate equipment (forklifts, skid steers, small excavators) as required
Stakeholder Communication
- Serve as the primary on-site liaison for owners, architects, engineers, and internal teams
- Resolve issues and communicate changes or challenges quickly and effectively
Quality Assurance & Closeout
- Conduct quality control checks, punch walks, and ensure completion of closeout documents
- Uphold project specs and Mefford's quality standards from start to finish

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of field supervision experience in commercial construction
Capable of self-performing work (concrete, carpentry, drywall, etc.)
Strong coordination, leadership, and communication skills
Physically fit for outdoor work and capable of lifting 50+ lbs regularly
Ability to travel as needed based on project assignments

Benefits

Competitive Salary + Bonus Potential
401(k) with Company Match + Profit Sharing
Medical, Life, and Disability Insurance (Basic, Supplemental, STD/LTD)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Days, Holidays)
AAA Membership
Career Development: Safety & Equipment Certifications, OSHA, Lift Training, Manufacturer Training
Company Vehicle / Car Allowance / Mileage Reimbursement
Company Events: Annual Trips, BBQs, Concerts, Sporting Events, Fishing/Hunting Trips
Bi-Weekly Pay Cycle

Schedule

Full-Time | Monday to Friday
Occasional weekends or extended hours based on project demands

Work Location

Based in Versailles, KY, with travel to commercial job sites across the region

Lead. Build. Elevate. Join Mefford Construction and be part of a team that values precision, safety, and long-term success-on every project and in every relationship.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Diversity strengthens our projects, our partnerships, and our purpose.

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