Construction Superintendent

Dukes Properties & Construction; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dukes Properties & Construction is seeking a Construction Superintendent to lead field operations for residential development projects across North Carolina. You will act as the on-site General Contractor, coordinating subcontractors, safety, schedule, and quality to deliver projects on time and within budget.

The position emphasizes hands-on field leadership, proactive problem solving, and strong communication with homeowners, investors, and internal teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of residential construction experience.
• 3+ years managing construction projects.
• Experience with renovations, additions, and new construction.
• Strong understanding of the North Carolina Residential Building Code.
• Experience coordinating inspections and permitting.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple active construction projects across development stages.
• Oversee ground-up residential construction, renovations, land development, and value-add redevelopment.
• Lead field operations, subcontractors, vendors, and inspectors to ensure schedule and quality.
• Develop and maintain project schedules; coordinate trades to minimize downtime.
• Monitor labor, material costs, change orders, and project profitability.
• Maintain project documentation via daily logs, photos, change orders, and reports.
• Communicate updates to ownership and project teams; ensure safety and compliance.

Skills

Residential construction experience

Construction project management

Renovations & additions

Residential building codes

Blueprint reading

Inspections & permitting

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

Position Summary

Dukes Properties & Construction is a boutique real estate development, construction, and investment company specializing in ground-up residential construction, mixed-use and historic renovations, commercial construction, land development, and value-add redevelopment projects throughout North Carolina.

We are seeking a Construction Superintendent responsible for managing residential construction and development projects from pre-construction and demolition through final completion.

You will serve as acting General Contractor representative on every assigned project.

This is not an office management position. Approximately 70% to 80% of your time will be spent in the field managing projects, coordinating subcontractors, solving problems, performing quality control, and ensuring work is completed correctly the first time.

You will oversee every phase of construction, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, inspections, subcontractor coordination, client communication, and final punch-out.

Success in this role requires leadership, urgency, accountability, attention to detail, and the ability to make decisions quickly without constant supervision while representing the standards and reputation of the company.

Primary Responsibilities

Project Management

• Manage multiple active construction projects simultaneously across various stages of development and construction.
• Oversee projects including ground-up residential construction, mixed-use and historic renovations, land development, site infrastructure, and value-add redevelopment projects.
• Manage projects located throughout the Triangle and surrounding areas, demonstrating strong time management, organization, and the ability to effectively prioritize across multiple jobsites.
• Oversee projects from pre-construction and demolition through final completion and closeout.
• Develop, maintain, and proactively manage project schedules to ensure all trades, inspections, deliveries, and milestones remain on schedule.
• Track project budgets, labor productivity, material costs, change orders, allowances, and overall project profitability.
• Identify project risks and resolve issues proactively before they impact schedule, quality, or budget.
• Ensure every project is delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with our quality standards.

Job Site Leadership

Lead all day-to-day field operations.

Manage and oversee subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and/or inspectors.

Hold every trade accountable for schedule, workmanship, cleanliness, and professionalism.

Maintain complete control of every assigned project.

Immediately address and communicate with leadership any poor workmanship, delays, safety concerns, or scheduling conflicts.

Serve as the acting General Contractor representative for Dukes Properties & Construction on every assigned project.

Coordinate and track building inspections, permit requirements, trade scheduling, material deliveries, utility coordination, and/or city and county inspection.

Ensure all work complies with:

• North Carolina Residential Building Code
• Approved construction plans
• Engineering requirements
• Company quality standards

Scheduling & Coordination

Develop and maintain project schedules.

Coordinate all subcontractors to minimize downtime between trades.

Ensure materials are ordered early and arrive before they are needed.

Prevent scheduling conflicts that delay production.

Communicate scheduling changes immediately to ownership and project teams.

Budget & Cost Control

• Monitor and track labor and material costs, subcontractor purchase orders and invoices, change orders, chargebacks, and overall project costs.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, minimize waste and rework, and protect project budgets without compromising quality.
• Communicate project costs, financial impacts, and potential cost overruns early while implementing solutions to maintain project profitability.

Quality Control

Inspect work daily.

Maintain extremely high standards for:

• Framing
• Drywall
• Paint
• Tile
• Trim
• Flooring
• Cabinet installation
• Roofing
• Siding
• Concrete
• Landscaping
• Final finishes

Complete punch lists and items before inspections.

Ensure every deficiency is corrected before the homeowner, investor, or inspector identifies it.

Our reputation depends on quality, and quality starts with you.

Administrative Responsibilities

Utilize project management software daily to document project progress.

Upload:

• Daily logs
• Job site photos
• Progress updates
• Change orders
• Purchase orders
• Inspection reports
• Notes

Maintain organized and accurate project documentation to ensure leadership has full visibility into the status, schedule, budget, and progress of every project at all times.

Communication

Communicate professionally with:

• Homeowners and clients
• Architects
• Engineers
• Inspectors
• Vendors
• Utility companies
• Subcontractors
• Internal Team
• External Partners

Provide timely project updates to leadership, proactively communicate challenges before they become issues, and represent Dukes Properties & Construction with professionalism in every interaction.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of residential construction experience
• 3+ years managing construction projects
• Experience with renovations, additions, and new construction
• Strong understanding of residential building systems
• Ability to read blueprints and construction plans
• Knowledge of the North Carolina Residential Building Code
• Experience coordinating inspections and permitting
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) strongly preferred

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• A natural leader
• Highly organized
• Detail-oriented
• Self-motivated
• Honest and accountableCalm under pressure
• Decisive and proactive
• Excellent at problem solving
• Strong communicator
• Comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Able to hold subcontractors accountable
• Willing to have difficult conversations when necessary
• Committed to delivering exceptional quality

Vehicle & Equipment Requirements

• Reliable transportation required
• Truck or work vehicle strongly preferred
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Smartphone capable of using project management software
• Basic construction tools
• Willingness to assist hands-on when necessary

Work Schedule

• Full-time
• 45 to 60 hours per week depending on workload
• Monday through Friday
• Saturdays as needed to maintain schedules and meet deadlines

Why Join Dukes Properties & Construction

At Dukes Properties & Construction, we develop and build projects that strengthen the communities we serve throughout North Carolina. Our portfolio includes ground-up residential construction, mixed-use and historic renovations, land development, commercial construction, and value-add redevelopment projects. We are building a team of professionals who take ownership, embrace accountability, solve problems, and are committed to delivering exceptional quality. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow with a company that values integrity, excellence, and long-term success, we encourage you to apply.

Employment Conditions

Dukes Properties & Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of reference and background checks, verification of authorization to work in the United States, and, when applicable, a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and pre-employment drug screening. Employment is at will, and this job description is intended to describe the general nature of the position. Responsibilities may change as business needs evolve.