Operations Manager

LaBar Golf, a premier golf course construction, renovation, and irrigation company is seeking ambitious professionals to join their team as a Project Superintendent. 

Located in Bernardsville, NJ, LaBar Golf has established itself as an industry leader since 2012, working on some of America's most prestigious courses including Winged Foot, Merion, Shinnecock Hills, and Los Angeles Country Club. The company collaborates with award-winning architects on projects that have hosted major championships including the U.S. Open and PGA Championship. 

Due to continued growth and demand, LaBar Golf has openings for their level 1 and 2 Project Superintendent positions.

TITLE: PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT

JOB SUMMARY:

The Project Superintendent is the on-site field leader responsible for directing daily construction operations and supervising project crews. This role ensures work is executed safely, efficiently, and to LaBar Golf’s premium quality standards, while managing labor, equipment, sequencing, and logistics to maintain a productive job site.

Superintendents work closely with Project Managers on budgets, schedules, and reporting, while serving as the daily authority on construction means and methods in the field. They report directly to the General Superintendent for field operations and safety oversight, with a dotted-line relationship to the Project Manager assigned to the project. Unlike Project Managers and General Superintendents, who oversee multiple projects, the Project Superintendent is dedicated full-time to a single project and provides continuous on-site leadership from mobilization through completion.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

SITE ACCOUNTABILITY

• Lead daily site operations of assigned project, ensuring alignment with project plans, schedules, and safety protocols while maintaining high-quality workmanship from mobilization through completion.
• Manage all on-site staff and subcontractor crews, setting clear expectations and holding team members accountable.
• Identify risks and opportunities early; take proactive steps to mitigate risks and implement improvements that maintain project momentum.
• Serve as the daily on-site point of contact for clients, consultants, inspectors, and architects, addressing issues promptly and professionally.
• Provide regular progress updates and communicate challenges to the General Superintendent and Project Manager.
• Maintain accountability for all materials and equipment on site, ensuring timely availability and safeguarding against loss or misuse.

SITE SAFETY LEADERSHIP

• Lead a safety-first culture by enforcing OSHA regulations, company standards, and site-specific safety requirements.
• Conduct daily safety meetings and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs); immediately correct unsafe behaviors.
• Ensure MSDS are available on site and crews have and wear required PPE.
• Collaborate with the Health and Safety team on specialized support as needed.

PROJECT SITE PLANNING, SCHEDULING & UTILIZATION

• Collaborate with the Project Manager on the overall project schedule; prepare and update detailed and accurate 3-day and 3-week look-ahead schedules.
• Direct the effective utilization of labor, equipment, and materials; ensuring alignment with project plans and production goals; monitor work to minimize idle time, prevent bottlenecks, and reduce waste.
• Detect resource shortfalls or schedule risks early; escalate to the General Superintendent, implement corrective measures, and notify the Project Manager of material impacts
• Develop contingency strategies for weather delays or unforeseen conditions, protecting schedule and budget.

BEST PRACTICE ONSITE EXECUTION 

• Apply and enforce best practices for excavation, grading, drainage, shaping, irrigation, grassing, and finish work.
• Provide hands-on guidance for technical field challenges; escalate complex design or scope issues to the General Superintendent.
• Lead daily site meetings and training to set production goals, quality expectations, and safety priorities.
• Participate in preconstruction meetings to align field operations with project management.
• Obtain utility mark-outs (811 and private locates) before excavation; train crews on safe digging practices and enforce compliance.
• Oversee equipment use; enforce safe operation and care; conduct inspections, report damage, and take corrective actions.
• Track equipment usage, idle time, and mobilization to support planning; identify underutilized equipment for redeployment.
• Manage punch lists and final walk-throughs, ensuring timely completion and maintaining a professional jobsite.

TIMELY AND ACCURATE PROJECT UPDATES AND REPORTING 

• Complete daily job logs and maintain all required field documentation, including production quantities, equipment usage, and material receipts.
• Submit logs, receipts, equipment records, timesheets, and invoices on time and accurately. Verify coding and timesheets weekly.
• Provide regular progress updates to leadership; maintain accurate field notes and ensure as-built drawings are updated throughout the project.
• Communicate clearly with field and office teams to identify and resolve issues affecting scope, schedule, budget, or staffing/housing.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES/SCOPE:

• Directly manage assigned project crews.
• Manage traveling crews on remote projects, ensuring compliance with housing/travel policies and professional conduct standards.
• Oversee attendance, travel readiness, and jobsite performance.
• Address conduct or disciplinary issues promptly; escalate to leadership when needed.
• Mentor and develop field staff (Superintendents, Project Controls Assistants, Foremen, and crews); building a pipeline of leaders.
• Ensure timely reporting of all incidents or injuries; assume responsibility during emergencies until resolved.
• Model LaBar Golf’s core values through field leadership and decision-making.

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES: 

• Proficiency in golf course construction (earthwork, irrigation, bunkers, drainage, shaping, greens, tees, grassing).
• Strong field leader with sound judgment and problem-solving skills; decisive under pressure.
• Proven ability to enforce safety standards and maintain disciplined site operations.
• Skilled at crew and subcontractor management; committed to mentoring talent.
• Experienced in manpower planning, look-ahead scheduling, and equipment utilization.
• Strong communicator; trusted by crews, Project Managers, clients, and leadership.
• Takes ownership and pride in delivering best-in-class projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Teams, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to use mobile applications for daily tasks. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Level 1: 0–5 years of golf course or construction experience, or related technical education. Foundational knowledge of golf course construction systems (earthwork, irrigation, bunkers, drainage, greens, tees, grassing, and related equipment).
• Level 2: 5–10 years of progressively responsible golf course or construction experience. Strong technical expertise across multiple golf course systems.
• Level 3: 10+ years of golf course or construction experience with proven leadership of complex, large-scale projects. Expert-level mastery of golf course systems and field operations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to walk, stand, and move around construction sites for 8–12 hours per day.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather (heat, cold, rain, wind).
• Frequent climbing of stairs, ladders, and uneven terrain.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license; frequent travel to and around job sites required.
• Ability to travel long distances by car or plane for remote project assignments.

PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT PROGRESSION:
The Superintendent role is tiered to reflect differences in experience, technical expertise, and project complexity; the below serves as a guide.
 

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Salary, depending on experience:
  • Project Superintendent Level I - $70,000 - $100,000
  • Project Superintendent Level 2 - $100,000 - $150,000
• Company-paid Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage offered
• Vehicle and phone allowance
• All associated travel and lodging costs are covered by the company
• Continued education and training

OTHER DUTIES:
This job description is not designed to cover every activity or duty required. Duties may change and new ones may be assigned at any time.