Construction Project Superintendent

Oakland Housing Authority; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakland Housing Authority is seeking a Construction Project Superintendent to coordinate renovation and reconstruction projects, inspect work, and supervise staff. The role ensures conformance with codes and policies while managing budgets and schedules.

The successful candidate will oversee contractors, prepare specifications, conduct material research, and communicate effectively with stakeholders to deliver quality dwelling unit improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with vocational/technical training in construction.
• Five years of full-time exposure to all phases of construction processes.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates among consultants, contractors, and the Housing Authority through renovation and reconstruction processes.
• May prepare detailed specifications and estimates for projects.
• Researches and selects materials; directs and inspects work of tradespeople.
• Assists with developing specifications and budgets for projects.
• Coordinates work sessions with contractors and vendors to develop schedules.
• Participates in bid preparation, agenda, and bid evaluations.
• Inspects projects in progress and at completion for conformance.
• Prepares correspondence and reports on assigned projects.
• Examines plans and specs for compliance with codes and policy.
• Supervises construction inspector(s) as assigned.

Skills

Construction management

Budgeting

Inspection

Vendor coordination

Bid processes

MS Office

Education

High school diploma with vocational/technical training

Job description

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT

Salary: $4,775.18 to $5,273.30 / Biweekly

$124,154.68 - $137,105.80 / Annually

CLOSING DATE/TIME: Friday, September 4th 2026 by 8:59pm PST

DEFINITION

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Capital Improvements or the Director of Capital Improvements, coordinates, supervises, and inspects work performed on a variety of renovation and reconstruction projects, including the repair and maintenance of dwelling units, buildings, and structures, and performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinates among consultants, contractors, and the Housing Authority, and follows up through the renovation and reconstruction process; and
• May prepare detailed specifications and estimates; and
• Researches and selects materials, plans, directs, inspects, and supervises the work of a group of skilled and semi-skilled workers engaged in the repair and maintenance of dwelling units, buildings, structures, grounds, and equipment; and
• Assists with developing specifications and budgets for projects; and
• Coordinate work sessions with contractors, vendors, and other involved parties to develop schedules; and
• Mayparticipate in a variety of technical processes, including bid preparation, agenda, and bid evaluations; and
• Inspects projects in progress and at completion for final acceptance of conformance and design; and
• Prepares correspondence and reports on assigned projects; and
• Examines plans, calculations, and specifications of complex projects for compliance with City regulatory codes, ordinances, and Housing Authority policy; and
• Supervises construction inspector(s) as assigned.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma with vocational, technical school training in a construction-related field; and

Five years of full-time exposure to all phases of construction processes.

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.

AND

Possession of a valid California driver's license and an insurable driving record.

Bilingual skills in Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, and/or Spanish are a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF: a wide range of current architectural principles and practices, building and construction methods; City building codes and regulations; basic concepts of the architectural decision and construction processes.

SKILL IN: preparing and developing specifications; making field inspections and filing reports; methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in building construction, renovation work; methods used in requisitioning, receiving, checking, storing, and issuing materials and supplies. Coordinate and meet with consultants, architects, engineers, contractors, residents, and groups.

ABILITY TO:organize and coordinate work in order to effectively utilize staff resources and to supervise and inspect the work of the building trades of skilled and semi-skilled workers. Establish and maintain cooperative relations with staff, residents, contractors, and developers; analyze situations accurately and take timely, effective and independent action; prepare reports; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing (or with audio and visual capacities); facilitate programs and policy development; represent the Authority in technical negotiations with contractors, residents, and other community groups; make public presentations; and other abilities as specified in the State of California Division of Industrial Accidents form RB-91 for this classification.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

Thank you for your interest in employment at the Oakland Housing Authority.

All applications and resumes will be carefully screened. Those applicants whose education and experience most closely match the requirements of the position will be invited to compete in the examination process. Candidates who compete successfully in this examination will have their names placed on a List of Qualifiers. An appointment will be made from the List. For some positions, an experience/training rating and/or written evaluation of candidates will be used in lieu of the oral examination. The names of the highest-ranking candidates will be placed on the List of Qualifiers, and the final selection will be made from this List. College degrees or units required for the position will be verified prior to final appointment. If this information cannot be verified for a candidate, the candidate's name will not be placed on the List of Qualifiers. All appointments are subject to the approval of the Executive Director.

All prospective employees must pass a physical examination and drug screening by an Authority-designated physician. A pre-employment criminal history background check will also be conducted for all positions. For positions requiring use of an Authority vehicle, candidates' driving records will be checked prior to appointment. To be eligible for appointment, each candidate must possess a valid California Class C driver's license and a driving record acceptable to the Authority's insurer. All prospective employees must also provide proof of American citizenship, or legal resident status and the legal right to work in the United States.

Prior to becoming permanent, new employees must successfully pass a probationary period.