Company: Barton Malow Company
Job Location: Coldwater, MI
Position: Superintendent (Battery Energy Storage Systems)
REQ ID: 11969
POSITION SUMMARY
Barton Malow is seeking a Superintendent to oversee construction activities at a battery energy storage system (BESS) facility in Coldwater, MI. This role reports to the company’s leadership in Southfield, MI and Grandville, MI. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4+ years of field construction supervision experience with a strong background in industrial or utility-scale projects. The Superintendent will be responsible for leading all field operations, supervising crews and subcontractors, and ensuring safe, high-quality, and efficient project execution.
This is a traveling position that requires working onsite full-time at project locations. Candidates must be willing and able to travel extensively and be physically present on the jobsite for the duration of assigned projects.
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide overall leadership for construction activities on assigned projects.
- Enforce jobsite safety for all personnel and subcontractors in accordance with company policies and national safety standards.
- Supervise and coordinate daily activities of crews and subcontractors to ensure alignment with project schedules and milestones.
- Ensure all work meets project quality standards and is completed in compliance with design documents, codes, and client requirements.
- Lead field-level planning, including short-term scheduling, work sequencing, and resource allocation.
- Collaborate with project management, engineering, and subcontractors to resolve field issues and maintain productivity.
- Review and support submittals, drawings, and installation plans to ensure constructability and compliance.
- Monitor productivity, costs, and material usage in coordination with project leadership.
- Coordinate material deliveries and ensure timely availability of equipment and resources onsite.
- Support QA/QC processes, inspections, and turnover documentation including O&M manuals.
- Participate in BIM coordination efforts and assist in resolving clashes across trades.
- Maintain clear communication with clients, inspectors, and internal stakeholders to ensure project success and client satisfaction.
- Mentor and provide direction to field personnel to support development and performance.
- Support company initiatives and contribute to a positive, team-oriented jobsite culture.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent field experience.
- Minimum 4+ years of construction supervision experience, with leadership experience strongly preferred.
- Proven experience with industrial or utility-scale projects (battery energy storage, renewable energy, or similar) is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of construction practices, scheduling, QA/QC processes, and turnover procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to lead crews, subcontractors, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams onsite.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, BIM360, and Bluebeam (or similar project management tools).
- OSHA 15- or 30-Hour Certification required.
- Must be willing to travel and work onsite full-time at project locations.
Barton Malow is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.