Recovery Superintendent

lemoinecompany; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

LEMOINE, a Great Place to Work®-Certified company, seeks an experienced Recovery Superintendent to lead HUD-assisted residential rehab projects under the CDBG-DR program. You will supervise field operations, ensure safety, schedule work, monitor quality, and coordinate with trade partners to keep projects on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction supervision, including at least 2 years on CDBG-funded work, with strong planning skills and proficiency in Microsoft

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED; bachelor's degree preferred.
• 5+ years in construction supervisory role; at least 2 years on CDBG-funded projects.
• Knowledge of project planning, scheduling, and construction trades across disciplines.
• Strong understanding of HUD CDBG-DR regulations, compliance, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee CDBG-DR projects, schedule manpower, procure tools/materials, secure permits, ensure HUD/local compliance.
• Conduct detailed residential inspections to establish scopes of work and verify compliance with CDBG-DR standards.
• Inspect all areas of homes (interior, exterior, crawlspaces, attics, roofs) for quality and adherence to specs.
• Serve as primary contact for subs, provide guidance, clarify documents, resolve issues to maintain momentum.
• Ensure full scope completion on time and within budget per QA/QC plan; document progress with photos/reports.
• Implement LIFE Safe Work Practices to maintain a safe environment.
• Track production rates, quantities, and milestones for efficient progress.
• Facilitate clear communication among homeowners, subs, and administrators.
• Mitigate risks to ensure project success and funding compliance.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Customer service

Conflict resolution

Written and verbal communication

Microsoft Office

PM software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

PM software

Job description

LEMOINE, a Great Place to Work®-Certified company, is currently seeking an experienced Recovery Superintendent. The Recovery Superintendent will manage, and control assigned project(s), including overseeing field operations, site safety, productivity, schedule, quality work, and trade contractor and supplier coordination and work closely with all members of the project team, all in an effort to minimize risk and to keep the focus on LEMOINE's Foundations for Successful Execution

The Recovery Superintendent travels to residential homes to establish the scope of work and documents completed repairs for homeowner rehabilitation and reconstruction projects funded by HUD's Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Program. All in an effort to minimize risk and to keep focus on LEMOINE's Foundations for Successful Execution.

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of CDBG-DR projects, including scheduling manpower, procuring tools and materials, securing permits, and ensuring compliance with HUD and local regulations.
• Conduct detailed residential inspections to establish scopes of work, document completed repairs, and verify compliance with CDBG-DR standards, including photographs, scope notes, and required checklists.
• Inspect all areas of homes (interior, exterior, crawlspaces, attics, and roofs) to ensure quality and adherence to project specifications.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for subcontractors, providing guidance, clarifying contract documents, and resolving issues to maintain project momentum.
• Ensure completion of the full scope of work on time, within budget, and in accordance with the Project QA/QC plan, documenting progress with photographs and reports.
• Implement and enforce LEMOINE's LIFE Safe Work Practices to maintain a safe work environment.
• Track production rates, quantities, and project milestones to ensure efficient progress and resource allocation.
• Facilitate clear and effective communication among project stakeholders, including homeowners, subcontractors, and program administrators.
• Manage and mitigate risks to ensure project success and compliance with CDBG-DR funding requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of professional experience in a construction supervisory role, with at least 2 years in CDBG-funded projects.
• In-depth knowledge of project planning, scheduling, and construction trades across all disciplines.
• Strong understanding of HUD CDBG-DR regulations, compliance, and reporting requirements.
• Exceptional project management, customer service, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for stakeholder engagement and documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Ability to travel extensively to disaster-affected sites across the region, with flexibility for extended assignments.
• Valid driver's license and ability to access confined spaces (crawlspaces, attics, roofs) for inspections.

Physical Demands:

The physical and mental demands of this position must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Section 3

This position is a Section 3 eligible job opportunity under the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968. Section 3 residents are encouraged to apply. The purpose of Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968 is to ensure that preference for employment opportunities generated from the expenditure of HUD funds is directed to local low and very low-income persons, particularly those who receive federal housing assistance. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to the large volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided. Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps in the interview process. Applicants who are not selected may not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Lemoine Company, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.