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Construction Manager - Superintendent

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Construction Project Manager / Superintendent

Location:

Fayetteville, NC Area (Travel to job sites required)

Company:

South Eastern General Contractors

Type:

Full-time, Salaried Leadership Role

Compensation:

Competitive + Bonuses + Growth Path

If you’ve ever said to yourself:

“Give me the job, the details, deadlines & list of subs/vendors—I’ll own it from start to finish…”

“I want to work somewhere where leadership actually builds leaders…”

“I’m ready to run projects like a business owner, not a babysitter…”

“I want to work somewhere where there is unlimited growth potential...”

“I want to work somewhere where they actually encourage and help me grow professionally...”

Then

you’re who we’re looking for.

Your Mission

You will take full ownership of projects— from pre-construction planning to final punch list —acting as both

Project Manager

and

Superintendent . You’ll be

on-site and off-site , managing the build, overseeing subcontractors, ensuring quality, and solving problems before they show up.

Who You Are? The Ideal Candidate:

A veteran of the field

– 5 to 10+ years in residential, commercial, or government construction.

Mentally sharp & adaptable

– You think 3 steps ahead and solve problems in real-time.

Hands-off leader

– You don’t wait to be told; you plan, act, and communicate proactively.

Professional

– You're cool, calm, in control on & off the job site.

Craftsmanship-obsessed

– You care about quality, efficiency and cleanliness,

Spirit of ownership

– You treat every job like your name is on the sign.

Minimum Qualifications

5- 10+ years of hands-on field and/or PM experience

OSHA 30 Certification (or willing to obtain)

Comfortable with site layout, permitting, inspections, and punch-out

Knows the complete sequential construction process from start to finish.

Proven ability to manage multiple trades and timelines without constant oversight

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Strong technology skills: BuilderTrend, Procore, Microsoft Project, or equivalent

Bonus Points For

Experience on

military bases or Corps of Engineers projects

Government contracting background (QCM, EM 385-1-1 familiarity)

General Contractor’s License (or pursuing)

Previous experience with

design-build firms

or luxury custom home builders

What We Offer

Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses

Clear leadership track for those who excel

Legacy-minded team culture — not just a job, but a mission

Respect, autonomy, and support from a founder who’s managed job sites himself

Opportunity to grow into an executive-level role

Company Vehicle -or- Vehicle Allowance

Health Insurance

Our Culture = Our Standard

At South Eastern General Contractors, we hire

lions—not seat-fillers . Everyone here carries weight. We believe in

urgency, hunger, ownership, clarity, loyalty, respect and legacy . If you’re looking for “just a paycheck,” this isn’t it. But if you’re a builder at your core—and ready to be part of something real—then we want to hear from you. If you feel that Construction Project Management is your " Calling, " you'll thrive here.

What Winning Looks Like:

You run 2-6 projects simultaneously, and clients rave about your clarity and leadership.

Your sites are always clean, ahead of schedule, and problem-free.

You bring solutions before problems even reach the office.

You mentor junior teammates and raise the bar without being asked.

You’re reading a new book, listening to a leadership podcast, or studying building science every week.

You naturally have a positive outlook on life & You're an easy-going, happy person who is always eager to help and asks what's next. No Toxic Negativity allowed.

At SEGC, This Is What Sets Us Apart

We don’t tolerate mediocrity

. We build

elite teams of builders, not babysitters .

Every person here:

Loves the craft

— They enjoy walking jobsites, solving problems, and seeing a plan come to life.

Thinks beyond the role

— They act like the success of the company is in their hands—because it is.

Trains like a professional athlete

— They listen to audiobooks, study construction systems, and sharpen themselves constantly,

on their own time ahead of time.

Owns every inch

— They don’t blame, make excuses, or dodge hard conversations & have extreme ownership of all outcomes of the projects they manage.

Moves with urgency

— They don’t wait for problems to show up; they thrive on preventing them.

Protect the mission

— Loyalty, initiative, and alignment with SEGC are non-negotiable.

Apply Now

We’re only looking for

A-players

who move with fire. If this sounds like your kind of work environment, don’t wait.

Please apply if you…

Do what is required and then some

Work well on your own and have great time management skills

Rise to the challenge

Are a great communicator and appreciate constructive feedback

Love learning

See feedback as an opportunity to grow

Are looking for a career, not just a paycheck

This role is for leaders, not employees. If you’re hungry to grow, build, lead, and take ownership, this is your seat.

Compensation:

$60,000 - $90,000 yearly

Responsibilities:

For Construction Project Manager / Superintendent – SEGC

Project Ownership & Oversight

Take full ownership of assigned construction projects from start to final closeout.

Manage and track progress on

residential, commercial, and government

builds.

Be accountable for the

entire job , including quality, budget adherence, timeline, and client satisfaction.

Serve as the

lead point of contact

for internal team, subs, inspectors, and clients.

Pre-Construction Preparation

Review construction documents and plan sets (civil, structural, architectural, MEP).

Walk sites with the design team to identify early challenges or missing details.

Coordinate and verify permitting, utility connections, site access, and pre-construction layout.

Lead or assist in subcontractor buyout, scope clarification, and schedule setup.

Jobsite Supervision

Supervise all day-to-day field operations, including subcontractor coordination, inspections, and deliveries.

Ensure all trades are sequenced, informed, and executing according to plan and schedule.

Walk job sites daily to verify craftsmanship, site cleanliness, safety, and material readiness.

Resolve issues proactively without deferring problems to office staff.

Keep daily job site logs, daily video & photo updates.

Capture drone video & photo footage of job process at each of the stages of construction.

Quality Control & Inspections

Implement and enforce SEGC’s internal QA/QC process at every phase of the build.

Prepare for and pass local and federal inspections (city, county, Corps of Engineers, etc.).

Check all framing, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and finishes

before

subs move to next phases.

Build with the punch list in mind—minimize callbacks and post-construction delays.

Scheduling & Documentation

Develop and maintain project schedules using

Builder Trend ,

Microsoft Project

or equivalent.

Update tasks and milestones weekly; communicate delays and recovery strategies clearly.

Use

BuilderTrend

(or project management software) to log daily progress and upload job photos.

Keep digital records of deliveries, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and inspection reports.

Client & Stakeholder Communication

Conduct milestone site visits and walkthroughs with clients at designated intervals.

Proactively communicate updates, timelines, and challenges with clarity and confidence.

Manage expectations, reinforce SEGC’s process, and protect client satisfaction.

Represent SEGC with professionalism at all times on every job site.

Team Coordination & Leadership

Hold subcontractors and labor accountable to timelines, cleanliness, and workmanship.

Collaborate with internal team: estimators, procurement, design, and owner to ensure aligned execution.

Train and mentor junior team members or interns if assigned to your site.

Step in to assist teammates on other jobs when bandwidth allows.

Material Management & Procurement

Work with procurement staff to verify accurate and timely material deliveries.

Inspect all materials on arrival for damage or accuracy.

Ensure materials are stored securely and efficiently on site.

Notify office of missing or delayed items with urgency—no surprises.

Proactive Problem-Solving

Identify schedule risks, scope gaps, trade conflicts, or design issues

before they happen .

Solve issues on-site or coordinate with architects/engineers before escalation is needed.

Provide suggestions for value-engineering, material alternatives, or schedule improvements.

Operate with a “ you’ll never be blindsided ” mentality toward leadership and clients.

Continuous Learning & Personal Development

Commit to weekly personal growth through books, podcasts, online training, or construction leadership materials.

Stay updated on code changes, building science, and industry best practices.

Bring innovative tools, processes, or insights back to the team to improve SEGC performance.

Qualifications:

Physically capable of using heavy equipment and lifting at least 40 pounds

Possesses a deep understanding of the construction industry and the entire building process, including building codes, permits, construction equipment, material resources, project management principles, and construction methods

Completed training for OSHA 30 license and firm adherence to safety protocols on the job-site

Superb organizational, leadership, time-management, and communication skills

About Company

About South Eastern General Contracting (SEGC)

“I started South Eastern General Contractors with nothing but grit, vision, and faith—and built a company that changes lives through construction. We're not looking for employees—We're looking for lions who are called to this industry and want to build something meaningful. If that’s you, apply now.”

– Ralphael Locklear, Founder & CEO

At

South Eastern General Contractors (SEGC) , we don’t just build homes or commercial spaces—we build

legacies . We are a

American-owned, HUBZone-certified design-build firm

known for precision, performance, and purpose. Our work spans

luxury custom homes, government contracts, and commercial development , and our mission is to raise the standard of construction through

craftsmanship, clarity, and calling .