About Us
J. Benton Construction, LLC is more than a construction company—we are a team of builders committed to delivering exceptional project experiences while giving back to the Virgin Islands community where we live and work. Our mission is to be recognized as one of the leading construction companies in the Caribbean through an unwavering focus on customer service, quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Since 2019, J. Benton has been in a strategic partnership with Consigli Construction Co., Inc., one of the Northeast’s top general contractors. This collaboration allows us to leverage shared expertise, complementary strengths, and national-level resources to deliver best-in-class projects throughout the region.
We are proud to call the U.S. Virgin Islands our home and to build projects that make a lasting impact on our community—while offering our employees meaningful careers with opportunities to grow.
Position Description
The Superintendent is responsible for leading and managing all day-to-day field operations on assigned construction projects. This role provides on-site leadership for safety, quality, schedule, and subcontractor performance, ensuring work is executed in accordance with contract documents and company standards. The Superintendent partners closely with Project Managers and Field Leadership to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality project outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise all on-site construction activities, including subcontractors, specialty vendors/consultants, self-perform labor (as assigned), and field staff.
- Administer the project safety program and site-specific safety planning; conduct regular safety walks, address hazards promptly, and ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.
- Serve as, or assign, competent-person coverage for applicable work activities and verify required safe work practices are followed.
- Develop and maintain the project schedule and short-term look-ahead plans (minimum 3 weeks); coordinate trades and sequencing to meet milestones.
- Lead the field operating rhythm (e.g., daily huddles/stand-ups and weekly coordination/foreman meetings) to drive readiness, remove constraints, and document action items.
- Ensure subcontractor readiness and compliance prior to mobilization (required documentation, insurance certificates, and contract scope alignment), and manage subcontractor performance throughout execution.
- Interpret plans, specifications, submittals, and change documents; resolve field issues and coordinate constructability solutions with the project team.
- Execute quality control through project quality plans/procedures as required, inspections, testing/inspection coordination, punch list management, and corrective actions.
- Partner with Project Management on cost controls (forecasting/cost-to-complete), time-and-material verification (when applicable), and labor/production tracking.
- Identify and document field changes and impacts (scope, schedule, cost); maintain accurate field records and support closeout/turnover documentation.
Essential Skills & Competencies
- Strong field leadership and team management
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and make timely decisions in a fast-paced environment
- High organization, attention to detail, and strong documentation habits (daily reports, meeting notes, production/quantity tracking, closeout records)
- Working knowledge of CPM scheduling and short-interval planning (look-aheads)
- Understanding of subcontract scopes/coordination and change impacts
- Cost awareness and productivity mindset; comfortable partnering with PM on forecasting/cost-to-complete
- Commitment to safety, quality, and ethical construction practices
- Ability to lead crews in high-heat and humid island environments
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
- 3–7 years of experience in commercial construction in a superintendent/assistant superintendent role or 7–10 years in a supervisory trades role with demonstrated field leadership
- Proven experience supervising subcontractors and field teams
- Ability to read and interpret drawings/specs and coordinate means/methods/sequencing
- Proficiency with construction tech and field reporting tools
- Ability to work extended hours/weekends as required
Preferred Experience (includes, but is not limited to):
- Construction Supervisor License
- Experience using construction management software such as Procore and Primavera P6
- Experience supporting large or complex commercial construction projects
- Demonstrated experience mentoring and developing junior field leadership staff
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, humidity, rain, and sun exposure
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work on uneven terrain for extended periods
- Ability to navigate active construction sites with changing ground conditions and elevations
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull tools, materials, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
- Ability to safely use ladders, scaffolding, and other access equipment as required
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Compensation & Benefits
The base salary for this position is one component of J. Benton Construction’s total compensation package. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s skills, experience, education, relevant qualifications, internal equity, and business needs.
J. Benton Construction offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance:
- Company paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (employee-only coverage)
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Company paid Life Insurance
- Company paid Short-Term Disability
Equal Opportunity Employer
J. Benton Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not discriminate or retaliate against applicants or employees for discussing pay and provide reasonable accommodations as required.
