General Superintendent

Tutor-Perini-Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Tutor-Perini Corporation is leading the Brooklyn Jail Project, a ~ $3B facility. The Construction General Superintendent will oversee all on-site operations, ensuring safety, schedule, budget, and compliance with design specifications and security requirements.

You will lead field staff and subcontractors, coordinate with project management, and maintain quality, safety, and regulatory standards while reading drawings and coordinating with inspectors and authorities.

Qualifications

• 20+ years experience as a Superintendent in commercial or institutional construction.
• Strong knowledge of structural, architectural, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Experience managing complex, secure, or high-risk construction environments.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings, specs, and schedules.
• Excellent leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of OSHA safety regulations.
• Proficiency in construction management software (Procore, PlanGrid, Bluebeam).
• High School Diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Direct, coordinate, and supervise all on-site construction activities for the jail project.
• Manage and schedule subcontractors, suppliers, and field personnel to ensure efficient workflow.
• Conduct daily meetings and briefings with crews to outline tasks, safety requirements, and goals.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant job site at all times.
• Ensure all activities comply with correctional facility security standards and protocols.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, detention facility officials, and security consultants on access control and building requirements.
• Enforce strict adherence to state, federal, and local building codes.
• Monitor workmanship, materials, and installation to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Prepare daily reports, logs, photos, and documentation of job site activities.
• Assist project management with look-ahead schedules, logistics planning, and progress updates.
• Enforce OSHA safety policies and promote a safety-first culture.
• Serve as the primary on-site contact between subcontractors, inspectors, and the project team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

OSHA knowledge

Team coordination

Read drawings/specs

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Procore

PlanGrid

Bluebeam

Job description

The expected salary range for this position is $250,000 - $300,000 depending on experience ***NO STAFFING AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION*** ***Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future***

About Brooklyn Jail Project

Extraordinary Projects, Exceptional Performance The approximate $3B project scope includes design and construction of a new state-of-the-art facility. The facility will contain 1,040 beds for men, programmatic elements such as a gymnasium, multi-purpose rooms, and educational and workforce development spaces. In addition, the facility will provide 30,000 square feet of community facility space, a below-grade tunnel connection to the Kings County Criminal Court building, a secured entry (sally port), and 100 accessory below-grade parking spaces for all staff and service providers.

Position Overview

The Construction General Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day on-site operations for the construction of a new jail facility. This role ensures the project is built safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with design specifications, security requirements, and all applicable regulations. The Superintendent leads field staff and subcontractors, coordinates with project management, and maintains a strong focus on quality, safety, and compliance.

Job Description

Field Leadership & Coordination

• Direct, coordinate, and supervise all on-site construction activities for the jail project.
• Manage and schedule subcontractors, suppliers, and field personnel to ensure efficient workflow.
• Conduct daily meetings and briefings with crews to outline tasks, safety requirements, and goals.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant job site at all times.

Security & Compliance

• Ensure all construction activities comply with correctional facility security standards and protocols.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, detention facility officials, and security consultants on access control, restricted areas, and specialized building requirements.
• Enforce strict adherence to state, federal, and local building codes.

Quality Assurance & Control

• Monitor workmanship, materials, and installation to ensure compliance with specifications and drawings.
• Conduct regular inspections and document quality control activities.
• Address deficiencies promptly and coordinate corrective actions.

Schedule & Documentation

• Maintain the construction schedule and adjust field operations to ensure timely progress.
• Prepare daily reports, logs, photos, and documentation of job site activities.
• Assist project management with look-ahead schedules, logistics planning, and progress updates.

Safety Management

• Enforce company and OSHA safety policies and ensure all personnel follow safety protocols.
• Conduct toolbox talks, safety inspections, and incident reporting.
• Promote a safety-first culture among all workers on the job site.

Communication

• Serve as the primary on-site contact between subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and the project management team.
• Attend project coordination meetings and provide field-level insights and updates.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including owner representatives and correctional agency personnel.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience as a Superintendent in commercial or institutional construction (correctional facilities preferred).
• Strong knowledge of structural, architectural, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Experience managing complex, secure, or high-risk construction environments.
• Proven ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Excellent leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of OSHA safety regulations.
• Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, PlanGrid, Bluebeam).
• High School Diploma required.
• Excellent communication skills.

OUR MISSION

We build critical infrastructure that creates a better world.

OUR VISION

We strive to be the preeminent full-service civil, building, and specialty contractor by delivering innovative, transformative projects through world-class execution. We are committed to creating lasting value for our customers, upholding the highest standards of safety and integrity, generating exceptional financial results and shareholder value, and fostering a culture where our employees thrive.

Tutor Perini builds extraordinary projects, which need exceptional talent. Join us, to help build the critical infrastructure that creates a better world.

Equal Opportunity Employer