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Superintendent (Ground-Up Hospital Project)
About the job Superintendent (Ground-Up Hospital Project)
Superintendent (Ground-Up Hospital Project)
Location: Onsite – Bluffton, SC
Compensation: $105,000 – $165,000 base salary
Bonus: Eligible for performance-based bonus
Benefits: Full benefits package
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Work Model: Fully Onsite
The Opportunity
HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for a confidential commercial general contractor preparing to break ground on a major ground-up hospital project in Bluffton, South Carolina, beginning mid-2026.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned Superintendent who has successfully led large-scale healthcare construction and is ready to take full ownership of a highly visible, long-term build.
The client is seeking a field leader with strong execution discipline, proven subcontractor command, and deep familiarity with the safety, quality, and regulatory expectations of hospital construction.
Project Overview
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Project Type: Ground-up hospital
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Start Timeline: Mid-2026 mobilization
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Environment: Highly regulated healthcare construction setting
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Role Focus: Full jobsite leadership from early phases through completion
Key Responsibilities
Candidates will be considered for interview based on demonstrated ability to:
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Lead all day-to-day onsite field operations for a ground-up hospital construction project
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Own schedule execution, trade sequencing, and milestone delivery across all phases
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Direct and coordinate subcontractors, field crews, inspections, and site logistics
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Enforce rigorous safety practices and maintain compliance with healthcare construction standards
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Drive quality control across all scopes, ensuring work meets hospital-grade expectations
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Partner closely with Project Managers, architects, engineers, and leadership teams to keep execution aligned
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Serve as the primary onsite point of accountability for client communication, reporting, and progress updates
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Identify field risks early and solve problems decisively in high-stakes environments
Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)
These qualifications are mandatory. Candidates who do not meet all requirements will not be considered.
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5–10 years of Superintendent experience in large commercial construction
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Proven ground-up healthcare or hospital construction experience
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Independent jobsite leadership experience (not assistant-only background)
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Strong subcontractor management, safety enforcement, and quality accountability
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Ability to work fully onsite in Bluffton, SC
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Commitment to the mid-2026 project timeline and long-term execution
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Demonstrated job stability (2–3+ years per employer strongly preferred)
Preferred Qualifications (Standout Differentiators)
Top candidates will bring:
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Experience delivering full-scale hospitals or major acute-care facilities
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Background with top commercial general contractors in regulated environments
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Construction Management degree or equivalent field-based leadership expertise
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Calm, respected leadership style with strong client-facing communication skills
This Role Is Not a Fit For
The client will not consider candidates who:
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Lack ground-up hospital or major healthcare construction experience
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Have only supported projects as an Assistant Superintendent without full accountability
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Come from residential or small commercial backgrounds
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Cannot independently manage subcontractors, safety, and jobsite execution
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Have frequent job changes or unstable work history
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Are unable to commit to full onsite work or the mid-2026 start timeline
Why This Opportunity
This position offers:
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Competitive compensation with bonus eligibility
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Full benefits package
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Long-term leadership role on a marquee hospital project
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Stability and growth with a respected commercial contractor
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The chance to lead a build that will directly impact healthcare access in the region