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Construction Superintendent

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About the Role

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader who understands the complexities of managing trades, schedules, inspections, and safety on active municipal projects. Experience building on or near the water — with associated water table, dewatering, and soil stabilization challenges — is essential.


Responsibilities

  • Serve as the lead on-site authority for all field construction activities, from mobilization to final inspection.
  • Direct subcontractor performance, logistics, and sequencing to maintain schedule integrity and construction quality.
  • Enforce all safety protocols and ensure compliance with OSHA and NYC construction regulations.
  • Work closely with the Project Manager to maintain updated schedules, coordinate inspections, and respond to design clarifications or field conditions.
  • Maintain accurate daily reports, field documentation, and progress tracking using tools such as Procore, Fieldwire, or similar.
  • Conduct daily safety meetings, manage quality control walk-throughs, and uphold performance standards across all trades.
  • Interface with third-party inspectors, city agencies (DOB, DEP), and utility companies to ensure all inspections and milestones are met.
  • Collaborate with DDC representatives and ensure city-specific protocols are followed throughout the project.


Qualifications

  • Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience on vertical construction projects, preferably public-sector or municipal buildings.
  • Experience with NYC Department of Design and Construction (DDC) protocols strongly preferred.
  • Solid knowledge of NYC Building Code, OSHA standards, and trade coordination across MEP, structural, and civil disciplines.
  • Proficiency in field reporting software (e.g., Procore, PlanGrid, Bluebeam).
  • Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to maintain control over complex, multi-trade sites.


Required Skills

  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety (Required)
  • NYC DOB 62-Hour SST Supervisor Card (Required or obtainable before mobilization)


Preferred Skills

  • NYC Site Safety Manager License (Preferred)
  • CPR/First Aid Certification (Preferred)