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Uprite Construction

Builds commercial and industrial properties

Superintendent

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
Merced, CA, USA
In PersonCandidates must currently live in California; those outside commuting distance of Merced must travel to the project. Consistent onsite presence is required.
Architecture & Civil EngineeringConstruction Management

About the job

Requirements
  • Significant Superintendent experience with a commercial general contractor.
  • Heavy ground-up concrete tilt-up experience is required.
  • A strong understanding of tilt-wall construction from foundations and slab preparation through panel erection and building dry-in.
  • Experience managing large subcontractor teams and complex project schedules.
  • Strong knowledge of concrete, structural steel, sitework, underground utilities, roofing, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, and interior buildout.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and shop drawings.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to hold subcontractors accountable while maintaining productive relationships.
  • A safety-focused approach with a strong understanding of jobsite safety requirements and field best practices.
  • Must currently reside in California.
  • Candidates who do not live within commuting distance of Merced must be comfortable traveling to the project.
  • Consistent onsite presence at the project is required.
Responsibilities
  • Lead day-to-day field operations for a large ground-up industrial tilt-up project.
  • Manage the project from sitework and foundations through concrete tilt panels, structural steel, roofing, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, interiors, and closeout.
  • Coordinate tilt-panel sequencing, erection activities, crane operations, bracing, structural connections, and associated trades.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, look-ahead schedules, sequencing plans, and daily field activities.
  • Coordinate subcontractors and ensure scopes are properly planned and executed.
  • Lead subcontractor meetings, safety meetings, inspections, and field coordination.
  • Work closely with the Project Manager, Project Engineer, owners, architects, engineers, inspectors, and trade partners.
  • Identify potential schedule, constructability, and field coordination issues before they impact the project.
  • Maintain strong quality control throughout all phases of construction.
  • Manage site logistics, deliveries, manpower planning, equipment coordination, and material flow.
  • Ensure work is completed safely and in accordance with plans, specifications, schedule, and project requirements.
  • Maintain accurate daily reports and project documentation.
  • Drive punch-list, commissioning, turnover, and closeout activities.
Desired Qualifications
  • Industrial construction experience is strongly preferred.
  • Experience building large distribution centers, fulfillment centers, warehouses, manufacturing facilities, or similar industrial projects.
  • Amazon warehouse or fulfillment-center construction experience is a major plus.
  • Experience leading multiple large ground-up concrete tilt-up projects.

About the company

Uprite Construction builds commercial and industrial properties for developers and businesses, handling ground-up buildings and changes to existing space. Its work spans site development, ground-up construction, renovations, and tenant improvements, where interiors are fitted to an occupant's needs. The Advantech North American headquarters project in Tustin combines a six-story office tower with an industrial building and warehouse space. As a general contractor, Uprite coordinates field work and subcontractors under construction contracts, from preconstruction planning through project closeout. Founded in 1991, the privately held company is headquartered in Irvine, California.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Irvine, CA

Founded

1991

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What believers are saying

  • Uprite's Irvine Assistant Project Manager has published pay: the advertised salary is $90,000-$110,000.
  • Uprite's Irvine Traveling Superintendent includes retirement support: its advertised safe harbor 401(k) plan has quarterly company matching.
  • Southern California-based Uprite Traveling Superintendents receive travel support: the SoCal posting provides per diem for travel assignments.

What critics are saying

  • Uprite's cold-storage Traveling Superintendent requires extended absences: the fully traveling role covers assignments anywhere in the United States.
  • Uprite's Merced Superintendent role restricts applicants: California residency and onsite presence throughout the assignment are required.
  • Uprite's Boise Project Manager faces extra compliance work: government projects require additional documentation, reporting, and contract procedures.

What makes Uprite Construction unique

  • Uprite links regional teams: its Uprite One initiative unifies more than 150 staff nationally.
  • Uprite has multiple Tesla projects: its portfolio lists Fort Worth, Flower Mound, and San Diego sites.
  • Uprite spans storage markets: its portfolio includes StorNow in Cape Coral and JustStorage in Indianapolis.

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