General Superintendent

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 General Superintendent provides overall administrative and technical support at designated construction project sites. This requires a thorough knowledge of the company’s policies and procedures as well as the project goals, project plans, specifications, and Contract requirements. The General Superintendent works closely with superintendents, foremen, project managers, and executive leadership to drive field productivity, maintain quality and safety standards, and strengthen communication between field and office teams. 

 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead field operations across one or more projects to deliver scope safely, on schedule, on budget, and to quality standards. 
• Partner with Superintendents, foremen, project managers, subcontractors, owners, and design teams to coordinate day-to-day execution and resolve issues quickly. 
• Establish a strong field operating rhythm (look-ahead planning, jobsite walkthroughs, coordination meetings) and drive timely decisions to prevent roadblocks to production. 
• Own jobsite safety leadership by implementing company and site-specific safety plans, conducting inspections/audits, and ensuring OSHA and internal compliance. 
• Drive schedule performance by aligning short-term plans with the master schedule and holding teams accountable to measurable commitments and milestones. 
• Manage cost and productivity performance by monitoring labor productivity, manpower loading, and production metrics; implement corrective actions when variances occur. 
• Lead self-perform execution planning including manpower, equipment utilization, means-and-methods, and coordination of materials/logistics. 
• Lead quality execution through field inspections, documentation control (current contract docs/as-builts), and timely punch list/closeout completion. 
• Develop and lead field talent by recruiting, training, mentoring, coaching, and conducting regular performance feedback for direct reports. 
• Maintain clear communication and reporting between Field Operations, Project Management, and company leadership; escalate risks early with proposed solutions. 

 

Essential Skills & Competencies 

• Strong leadership and team management abilities 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levels of staff and management 
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving for complex construction challenges 
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality, safety, and efficiency 
• Ability to multitask and prioritize across multiple large projects 
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and foster a culture of accountability, safety, and respect 

 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience 
• 10+ years of construction experience, including at least 5 years managing multiple large job sites 
• Proficiency with construction management software 
• Strong knowledge of building plans, specifications, and safety standards 
• Self-starter with goal-oriented leadership skills 

 

Preferred Experience (includes, but is not limited to): 

• Experience in Caribbean, island, or remote, logistically complex project sites 
• Familiarity with sustainable building practices 
• PMP or equivalent project management certification 

 

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 Caribbean weather conditions, including