Superintendent
As a superintendent at Dijeau Construction, you will oversee high-end residential projects, ensuring quality craftsmanship, seamless coordination, and project success. You will manage job sites, subcontractors, and in-house trades while maintaining strict adherence to budgets, schedules, and safety protocols. Your role requires a balance of technical expertise and strong leadership, working collaboratively with project managers, clients, architects, and design teams. Dijeau Construction values transparency, problem-solving, and teamwork, fostering a culture where skilled professionals can grow and contribute to exceptional, detail-driven projects.
Hard Skills:
- 10+ years of experience in high-end residential or complex commercial construction
- Expertise in blueprint interpretation, scheduling, budgeting, and cost control
- Strong leadership in subcontractor management and self-performed trades
- In-depth knowledge of safety regulations, permitting, and inspections
- Proficiency in construction management software and digital plan review tools
- Experience managing MEP coordination, structural work, and high-detail finishes
Soft Skills:
- Strong leadership, team coordination, and mentorship abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication for client and team interactions
- Problem-solving mindset with adaptability to site challenges
- High ownership and accountability in project execution
- Ability to balance big-picture oversight with detail-oriented execution
About the Company:
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Building with Integrity & Craftsmanship: Committed to delivering high-end residential and commercial projects with precision, transparency, and a collaborative spirit.
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Full-Service General Contractor: Specializing in luxury custom homes, historic renovations, and complex construction projects in the San Francisco Bay Area.
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Decades of Expertise: Over 30 years of experience, with award-winning work in San Francisco, Hillsborough, Palo Alto, and surrounding areas.
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Client-First Approach: Prioritizing clear communication, proactive problem-solving, and strong partnerships with architects, designers, and clients.
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Technical Excellence: A deep understanding of high-end construction techniques, self-performing select trades, and managing intricate projects with complex logistics.
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Reputation for Honesty & Transparency: Known as the “Boy Scouts of Construction” for their straightforward approach, ensuring clients are well-informed at every stage.
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Strong Industry Relationships: Trusted by leading architects and designers who recognize the value of their collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset.
Culture Insights:
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Collaborative & Solution-Driven Team: Superintendents and project managers work as equals, fostering an environment of teamwork, accountability, and shared leadership.
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Hands-On Leadership: Ownership and senior management are actively involved in projects, ensuring alignment, support, and mentorship for field teams.
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Commitment to Communication: Weekly Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings where superintendents actively engage with clients and design teams to maintain alignment and transparency.
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Respect for Work-Life Balance: While high expectations come with the job, leadership is sensitive to commute challenges and offers solutions like corporate housing for long-distance team members.
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A Reputation for Doing Things Right: No lawsuits, no shortcuts—just high-quality work built on trust, clear expectations, and proactive problem-solving.
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Client-Centric Approach: Encouraging direct superintendent-client relationships to ensure clients feel heard, supported, and engaged throughout the project.
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A Culture of Accountability & Growth: Open discussions about strengths, weaknesses, and professional development, with a hiring process that ensures the right long-term fit.
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