Construction Site Superintendent

WENDEL Companies; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Flexible work

Medical, dental, vision

401k match

PTO

Life insurance

HSA and FSA options

Career development

Wellness programs

Job summary

Wendel in Hauppauge, NY is seeking a dynamic Construction Site Superintendent to lead energy-conservation and large-scale lighting projects. You will oversee safety, manage field trades, coordinate with vendors, and ensure work aligns with plans, drawings, and schedules.

This senior role requires 6–14 years of site leadership, proficiency with Procore and MS Office, excellent organization and communication, and the ability to juggle multiple projects with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 6 - 14 years of experience as a Construction Site Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, or similar field management role.
• Experience managing commercial, institutional, educational, municipal, or public-sector construction projects.
• Experience with large-scale lighting and electrical construction projects strongly preferred.
• Proficient in Procore and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience tracking materials, documenting field changes, and managing project documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and submittals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety coordination and site oversight across multiple projects.
• Coordinate RFIs from trades and ensure adherence to plans and specs.
• Review progress and provide weekly updates to upper management.
• Process invoices and coordinate with accounting; maintain project documentation.
• Coordinate permits and approvals with municipal agencies.
• Travel regularly to project sites and client meetings.

Skills

Procore

MS Office

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Site safety

Reading drawings

Tools

Procore

Job description

Wendel is a nationally recognized innovative Architecture, Engineering, Energy Efficiency, and Construction Management firm that collaborates with private and public entities to holistically approach facility and infrastructure projects. Our clients benefit from our full-service capability that allows us to tackle technically complex projects with our own in-house experts. With multiple regional offices, Wendel presents the opportunity to work on an exciting variety of projects with a collaborative team approach. If you are looking to make a real impact, to challenge the status quo, and develop and implement solutions with real results, then Wendel is the place for you!

We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated Construction Site Superintendent to join our diverse and growing team out of our Hauppauge Long Island office.

This position will be responsible for managing the simultaneous construction of energy conservation measures at multiple projects sites. These construction projects will be primarily focused on energy efficiency projects and large-scale lighting projects.

During the construction phase the role will require safety coordination and oversight, oversee construction trades and vendors to ensure projects are completed within time and budgetary constraints. Coordinate RFIs from construction trades. Review and supervise construction projects for adherence to plans, drawings and specifications.

Report on progress and provide regular updates to upper management. Ensure compliance by all subcontractors, Vendors & Consultants to insurance requirements. Process invoices and coordinate with accounting department. Maintain departmental tracking logs for Project and Vendor status. Prepare agendas and minutes for weekly departmental meetings. Coordinate Permits and Approvals processes with municipal agencies.

Qualifications

• 6 - 14 years of experience as a Construction Site Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, or similar field management role.
• Experience managing commercial, institutional, educational, municipal, or public-sector construction projects.
• Experience with large-scale lighting and electrical construction projects strongly preferred.
• Proficient in Procore and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience tracking materials, documenting field changes, and managing project documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and submittals.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel regularly to project sites and client meetings.
• Willingness to travel overnight when required.
• Ability to walk active construction sites and perform site inspections.
• Ability to pivot different work shifts based on project construction installation schedule and clients preferred accessibility

Preferred Experience

• Lighting and lighting controls projects.
• Inventory and warehouse/material tracking.
• Review and verify subcontractor and vendor invoices for accuracy and consistency with completed work.
• Maintain detailed project documentation, including daily reports, progress photos, material tracking logs, and field records using Procore.
• Review Certified Payroll Reports (CPRs) and employee sign-in sheets to support prevailing wage and labor compliance requirements.
• Verify labor hours, workforce attendance records, and subcontractor reporting for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain accurate records of installed quantities, completed work, field directives, and changes from the original scope of work.
• Coordinate supporting documentation for change orders, payment applications, and project closeout packages.
• Ensure project files remain organized and up-to-date to support audits, client reporting, and internal project controls.
• Knowledge or familiarity in NYC energy codes such as Local Law 88.

What we offer

• Employee-focused company culture and work environment.
• Work-life balance including:
  • Hybrid work policy
  • Flexible work
• Great benefits including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision
  • 401k match
  • PTO
  • Life insurance
• HSA and FSA options.
• Career advancement opportunities with Career and Professional Development.
• Wellness programs and health stipend.

Salary Range: $81,000 - $114,000

Wendel is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The salary offered will be determined based the successful candidates’ relevant education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary offered will also take into consideration regional adjustment factors.

Hear from Our Team

We asked our employees to share what they love most about working at Wendel, and the overwhelming response was that everyone loves working in an environment where the team has each other’s backs. They also liked our flexible, hybrid work policy. With nationwide project and office locations, Wendel presents the opportunity to work on an exciting variety of projects with a diverse group of clients. They said they like our respect-based and team-oriented culture, and our transparent communication philosophy.

Helping our employees reach their professional goals is important to us, and we take pride in providing a variety of professional development opportunities. We utilize an annual career development process, for every employee that ensures career mobility, growth, and company ownership potential.

Wendel is an Affinitve Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a drug-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. We are a VEVRAA federal contractor and request priority referrals of protected veterans.