Commercial Roofing Senior Superintendent

About Ideal Building Solutions

Ideal Building Solutions is well-known in the roofing industry for exceeding manufacturer standards and getting a project done right. We stand behind our work and are proud to offer the highest quality roofing available. At IDEAL, our purpose is to show up to work to Do Hard Things and Become a Better Version of ourselves. If you are looking for long-term employment in a field where every day is different and the company invests in your growth please consider applying with IDEAL Building Solutions.

Salary Range: $95,000 - $125,000

This is a full time travel position, with a rotation cycle of 30 days on-site and 5 days off. Candidates who are not able to travel full time will not be considered for the position.

There is a 2-week in-office training period for all Superintendent positions. Out of state candidates, or candidates living farther than 1.5 hours from the office, must be able to attend in-office training for the 2 week period (company will cover travel and hotel stay as needed).

The Senior Superintendent is a senior field leadership role responsible for overseeing large-scale and complex commercial roofing projects, including full campus-style operations. This individual serves as the primary field leader and point of contact for multi-building projects, setting expectations, driving execution, and ensuring alignment across all Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents on site.

This role goes beyond managing a single project—the Senior Superintendent establishes the standard for safety, quality, production, and leadership across the entire campus. They are responsible for developing field leaders, coordinating multiple crews and scopes, and maintaining strong relationships with clients and general contractors.

We offer a competitive annual salary, supplemented by performance-based bonuses tied to project completion and profitability. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and 401K, a company-provided truck, a fuel card, and travel per diem. We also support your career growth with ongoing professional development and training.

Duties And Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

Campus Leadership & Execution

• Lead and manage large-scale or multi-building (campus) roofing projects from mobilization through closeout
• Serve as the primary field contact for clients and general contractors across the campus
• Set jobsite expectations, standards, and direction for all Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents
• Coordinate multiple crews, schedules, and scopes to ensure alignment and efficiency across all buildings
• Drive production and ensure all milestones and deadlines are met

Field Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents
• Set clear expectations for performance, accountability, and leadership in the field
• Provide coaching, feedback, and performance management to elevate team capability
• Foster a culture of ownership, professionalism, and continuous improvement

Safety Management

• Enforce OSHA and Ideal safety policies across all jobsite activities
• Ensure all teams are conducting daily Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs)
• Hold field leaders accountable for PPE compliance and fall protection standards
• Take immediate corrective action on safety violations and reinforce expectations

Quality Assurance

• Ensure all work meets Ideal standards, project specifications, and manufacturer requirements
• Oversee quality control across multiple crews and buildings
• Identify risks early and proactively resolve issues before escalation
• Partner with Preconstruction and QC teams to ensure successful inspections and project closeout

Operations & Coordination

• Oversee trade partners and ensure alignment with scope, schedule, and expectations
• Coordinate material delivery, staging, and jobsite logistics across the campus
• Maintain accountability for equipment, tools, and site organization
• Communicate daily with Project Managers and Operations leadership on progress, risks, and needs

Communication & Documentation

• Act as the primary field representative for Ideal with clients and GC partners
• Maintain clear, professional, and timely communication across all stakeholders
• Ensure accurate reporting through Procore, Smartsheets, or other systems
• Lead jobsite meetings and provide updates to internal and external teams

Accountability & Performance Expectations

• Hold Superintendents accountable for safety, quality, productivity, and execution
• Ensure consistency of standards and performance across all buildings/projects on campus
• Manage complex, high-pressure situations with professionalism and composure
• Maintain strong coordination with Project Managers and the Director of Field Operations
• Track and report key performance metrics (labor, production, safety, etc.)
• Set the tone for leadership, accountability, and culture in the field

Education & Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; degree in Construction Management or related field preferred
• 15+ years of commercial roofing experience with 5+ years in a leadership role
• Proven experience managing large-scale or multi-building (campus-style) projects
• Demonstrated ability to lead leaders and develop field teams
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to handle conflict and high-pressure situations effectively
• Previous OSHA 30 certification a plus, will obtain during in-office training
• Extensive knowledge of roofing systems, manufacturer specifications, and installation standards
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Willingness to travel 100% as required by project needs

Benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• PTO
• Extra Holidays Paid: New Year's Eve, Christmas Eve, and Friday after Thanksgiving
• 401K Plan with Company Match.
• Generous Referral Bonus Program
• Work / Home Life Balance.
• Industry Leading safe working conditions.
• Ongoing safety training and performance enhancement.
• Health and Insurance Benefits

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• 50% paid by Company

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• Health Insurance with Multiple Tiers to Choose From
• Employee, Employee Spouse, Employee Children, Employee Family Options
• Cost Competitive Rate paid by Employee

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• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Accidental Insurance
• Opportunity to grow with a company that values you and is here to invest in your personal growth.

Minimum Employment Requirements

• Clear a National, State, and Local Background Check
• 3-Year Motor Vehicle Record meeting standards to drive company vehicles
• Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen & complete Post Hire fit for duty physical.
• Pass the 90-day introductory period.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at roofing job sites. The weather work environment and job sites can be extremely hot or extremely cold. This position is performed inside and outside.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position.

Hours: Must be flexible

Travel

Up to 100% travel expected for this position.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO: We're an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training