Construction Superintendent

The Quest Organization Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Quest Organization Inc. is seeking a Construction Superintendent to lead capital improvement, renovation, and redevelopment projects across a multifamily portfolio in New York City.

This role oversees the full project lifecycle, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery with minimal resident disruption. You will manage field operations, supervise subcontractors, and coordinate with owners, architects, and engineers to maintain schedules, budgets, and safety compliance across complex multifamily

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction field supervision experience.
• Experience supervising subcontractors and coordinating trades.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, MEP drawings and construction documents.
• Experience developing construction schedules, monitoring progress and resolving field-level issues.
• Knowledge of building codes, OSHA standards, jobsite safety practices, and QC procedures.
• Experience with multifamily projects in NYC including permitting, inspections, and site logistics is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations for multifamily construction projects from site prep to turnover.
• Schedule, direct, and supervise subcontractors, vendors, and trade partners.
• Develop and maintain short-term look-ahead schedules and monitor milestones.
• Inspect ongoing construction to ensure compliance with drawings, codes, and quality standards.
• Enforce jobsite safety procedures and OSHA compliance.
• Review drawings and submittals to identify conflicts and constructability issues.
• Coordinate RFIs with project managers and design teams and communicate field changes.
• Work with project managers, architects, engineers, and ownership to coordinate activities.
• Coordinate material procurement, deliveries, and site logistics.
• Coordinate municipal inspections, punch-list tracking, and project turnover.
• Maintain daily reports, site photos, manpower logs, and schedule updates.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Tools

Construction management software

Scheduling tools

Job description

The Construction Superintendent will lead capital improvement, renovation, and redevelopment projects across a multifamily portfolio. This individual will oversee the full project lifecycle, from planning and budgeting through construction, close-out, and tenant delivery, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and with minimal disruption to residents.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations for multifamily residential construction projects, coordinating all phases of construction from site preparation and foundations through framing, MEP installation, interior finishes, and final turnover.
• Schedule, direct, and supervise subcontractors, vendors, and trade partners to ensure work is completed efficiently, safely, and in accordance with project requirements.
• Develop and maintain short-term look-ahead schedules, monitor construction milestones, identify potential delays, and implement solutions to keep projects on track.
• Inspect ongoing construction activities to ensure work complies with architectural and engineering drawings, specifications, applicable building codes, and established quality standards.
• Enforce jobsite safety procedures, maintain an organized construction site, and ensure compliance with OSHA requirements and applicable New York City regulations.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and submittals to identify conflicts, discrepancies, and potential constructability issues before they affect progress.
• Identify and resolve construction issues, coordinate RFIs with project managers and design teams, and communicate field conditions or changes requiring further review.
• Work closely with project managers, architects, engineers, consultants, and ownership to communicate progress, address challenges, and coordinate upcoming construction activities.
• Coordinate material procurement, deliveries, equipment, and site logistics to ensure trades have the resources needed to maintain productivity.
• Coordinate municipal inspections, track punch-list items, oversee corrective work, and support final inspections, certificate-of-occupancy requirements, and project turnover.
• Maintain daily construction reports, site photos, manpower logs, schedule updates, inspection records, and documentation of field conditions and delays.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction field supervision experience, preferably overseeing multifamily residential or large-scale residential construction projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple trades on active construction sites.
• Strong understanding of the multifamily construction process, including foundations, structural systems, framing, MEP coordination, building envelope, interior finishes, and project closeout.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, structural plans, MEP drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Experience developing construction schedules, monitoring progress, and resolving field-level issues.
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes, OSHA standards, jobsite safety practices, and construction quality-control procedures.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain a hands-on presence in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Experience with construction management software, scheduling tools, and daily reporting systems is preferred.
• Experience working on multifamily projects in New York City, including familiarity with NYC permitting, inspections, and site logistics, is highly desirable.