Construction Superintendent

Hanini Recruting Team; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company is seeking a Construction Superintendent in Newark who will oversee and manage various phases of construction projects. The ideal candidate should have strong leadership and communication skills, with at least 5 years of project superintendent experience. Responsibilities include managing on-site activities, quality control, and liaising with contractors and clients. A college degree in Construction Management or Engineering is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Project Superintendent.
• Knowledge of local codes and construction practices.
• Experience in scheduling and field supervision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field activity of construction projects.
• Allocate resources effectively and supervise onsite personnel.
• Prepare daily field reports and maintain construction safety meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Quality Control

Education

College degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Windows operating systems

Smartphones and tablets

Job description

Newark, United States | Posted on 06/11/2025

The Construction Superintendent will be responsible for overseeing, managing, and directing all phases of a project from start to finish. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, enabling them to take charge of the project and deliver successful outcomes. This role requires a balanced presence, with half of the time spent on-site in the field and the other half in the office.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Management:

Oversee daily field activity of construction projects.

Allocate resources for assigned projects.

Supervise onsite personnel and subcontractors.

Build a construction schedule, schedule subcontractors and suppliers, and make necessary changes to meet deadlines.

Manage projects from the field with constant communication with the Construction Project Manager.

Coordinate job site meetings.

Drive cost-effective project management techniques and strategies in the field.

Educate landlords and tenants on aesthetic and practical choices for build-out.

Mediate between landlords and tenants to find workable solutions that appeal to both parties.

Quality Control:

Maintain high standards of workmanship that adhere to original plans and specifications.

Verifying all work is completed correctly as per the construction documents.

Maintain clean and safe job sites with experience in all types of finish protections.

Reporting and Documentation

Prepare daily field reports.

Maintain weekly construction safety meetings and reports.

Prepare a project punch list and communicate with responsible parties.

Create estimates for build-out projects, including labor, supplies, materials, and other ancillary costs.

Communication and Coordination

Interface with project inspectors, contractors, architects, engineers, city and county officials, and clients.

Negotiate with subcontractors to receive reasonable change order costs.

Communicate with office personnel to ensure the project is being constructed consistently with the project documents and contract scope of work.

Communicate with property managers, subcontractors, and suppliers as needed.

Meet with building owners and tenants to discuss build-out specifications and improvements.

Organizational Relationship & Communication

Internal Communications:

Director of Construction

Senior Construction Manager

Project Managers

HR Assistant

Operations Manager

Managing Partners

External Communications:

Clients and Partners

Suppliers and Vendors

Subcontractors

External Consultants

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Project Superintendent in the construction industry.

Preferred 5 to 8 years of experience in build-out construction.

• Proficient in Windows operating systems and associated software
  

Experience working on smartphones and tablets

Excellent phone, email and communication skills.

Knowledge of local codes and construction practices

Experience in scheduling, field supervision, quality control and production of all phases of construction.

Driver's License required.

Ability to work with numerous contractors and sub-contractors in an efficient manner

Must portray a professional appearance and positive attitude.

OSHA training is a plus.

Knowledge and experience in Construction Project Management.

College degree in Construction Management or Engineering is a plus.