Project Superintendent

AVALON BAY COMMUNITIES, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits — health, dental and vision

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

20% discount on AvalonBay apartment homes

Job summary

AVALON BAY COMMUNITIES, Inc. seeks a Project Superintendent in Boston, MA, responsible for overseeing construction activities for multi-family residential and mixed-use projects. The candidate must have over 10 years of experience in construction management, strong leadership, and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders.

Key functions include managing quality, safety, schedules, labor projections, and effective communication with project teams. AvalonBay offers comprehensive benefits and values a diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in supervising residential construction projects.
• Moderate knowledge across various construction disciplines and phases.
• Thorough understanding of construction plans and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and oversight for all on-site construction activities.
• Partner with the Project Manager on scheduling and job site setup.
• Lead project team to meet established schedules and parameters.

Skills

Strong planning and project management skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Computer literacy in Microsoft Office

Strong mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Construction-related courses from a vocational or technical school

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Overview

Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds AvalonBay associates. We take that purpose seriously and expect you will as well. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and taking ownership of our choices and actions, we act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors and associates. Your positive, professional, and consistent personal interactions make AvalonBay a great place to work.

The Role

The Project Superintendent provides direction and oversight for all on-site construction activities associated with multi-family residential and mixed‑use projects. This role is responsible for ensuring project goals related to schedule, budget, safety, and quality are achieved. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction management, strong leadership skills, and the ability to build productive relationships with a variety of stakeholders.

Essential Job Functions:

General Management

• Partner with the Project Manager on scheduling, pre‑construction responsibilities, job site setup, and managing change orders
• Direct and oversee the safe performance of work that meets required quality standards, timelines, and project scope
• Identify the root causes of hazards, delays, and quality issues, developing solutions and plans to mitigate future risks
• Address performance issues with subcontractors, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards
• Act as the on‑site Quality Control Manager, ensuring high standards are met in all construction phases

Planning and Scheduling

• Develop the site plan, including public safety measures, site security, truck routing, crane selection and location, hoist planning, and logistics for personnel and material movement within the site
• Maintain labor projections and identify labor and skill requirements, participating in the staffing and selection of jobsite roles
• Organize and lead regularly scheduled daily and weekly project team meetings to ensure alignment on tasks and schedules
• Set the construction schedule and update it as necessary based on project start, end, and milestone dates
• Schedule and coordinate with subcontractors, ensuring timely RFIs and communication on scope and daily follow‑ups as needed

Relationship Management

• Lead and motivate the project team to meet established schedules and parameters
• Build and maintain strong relationships with associates, architects, inspectors, subcontractors, neighboring sites, municipalities, and suppliers
• Negotiate, develop, and establish commitments from all stakeholders involved in the project
• Empower, engage, and develop team members to meet project and business objectives, providing feedback, coaching, and support as needed

Non‑Essential Functions

• Coordinate inspection processes, turnovers, and product information as required
• Review project scopes and participate in scope meetings
• Track shop drawings and submittals to ensure timely processing
• Maintain inspection logs and schedule necessary inspections
• Coordinate with utility providers to bring services to the site
• Ensure superintendent reports are updated daily and weekly
• Participate in unit acceptance walks with engineering associates
• Ensure punch lists for all trades are updated and completed weekly
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Construction‑related courses from a vocational or technical school preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in supervising residential construction projects, with moderate knowledge across various construction disciplines and phases

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong planning and project management skills
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks, lead teams, and meet deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with diverse personalities
• Analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Thorough understanding of construction plans and documentation
• Familiarity with building codes and local jurisdiction policies
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Strong mathematical skills, including the ability to perform arithmetic and geometric calculations
• Technical knowledge of major construction components (building, civil engineering, infrastructure, concrete, framing, and structural design)
• Self‑motivated, resourceful, and innovative, with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage workloads effectively under pressure

How AvalonBay Supports You

We know that our teams are the beating heart of our success and we’re committed to showing our appreciation.

We offer:

• Comprehensive benefits — health, dental and vision, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement, an employee stock purchase plan and more
• Growth based on achievement and promotion from within
• Associate recognition (company‑wide recognition program that celebrates associate efforts and successes)
• 20% discount on AvalonBay apartment homes
• A culture built on purpose and our core values—Commitment to Integrity, Spirit of Caring, and Focus on Continuous Improvement

Additional Info

AvalonBay is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We believe that in order to achieve our purpose of creating a better way to live, we must recruit, develop and retain associates with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and create an environment that encourages all voices to be heard, understood and appreciated. With this we know we can do great things.

AvalonBay makes employment decisions without regard to a person’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including characteristics or testing), citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by the law.

AvalonBay does not require or request that you provide any information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. Please redact this information prior to the submission of your application and/or leave these fields incomplete on your application.

For California residents, if you elect to apply to AvalonBay you accept the AvalonBay California Personnel Privacy Notice (https://www.avaloncommunities.com/california-personnel-privacy-notice/).