Senior Construction Superintendent - NYC High-Rise

Navigate Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation

Paid leave

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Mental health resources

Paid holidays

Paid sick days

Employee referral program

Tuition and certification Reimb.

Job summary

Navigate Search seeks a NYC-licensed Superintendent to lead high-rise construction projects in New York City. You will ensure work aligns with plans, codes, and safety standards, while coordinating subs, inspectors, and schedules to meet critical milestones.

Ideal candidates bring 6–10 years as a Project Superintendent, deep knowledge of trades and wage requirements, strong leadership, and robust budgeting and planning capabilities for on-site execution.

Qualifications

• DOB NYC Licensed Superintendent required.
• 6-10 years of Project Superintendent experience.
• Thorough knowledge of construction trades and wage requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret site safety plans and manuals.
• Excellent communication abilities, both oral and written.
• Knowledge of construction budgeting best practices.
• Strong planning skills for design execution and resource allocation.
• Understanding of construction equipment and safety practices.
• Comprehends local, state, and federal construction regulations.
• Great problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective leadership abilities to motivate teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely completion of the project per plans, specifications, and codes.
• Schedule subs, consultants, and vendors on the critical path.
• Perform quality control and establish site QC programs.
• Communicate with project team on RFIs, ASIs, and submittals.
• Coordinate inspections with local jurisdictions and ensure compliance.
• Lead weekly subcontractor meetings and issue notices of non-compliance.
• Prepare daily job reports and labor time sheets.
• Manage workforce to maintain safe, clean, and ready jobsite.

Skills

Licensed NYC Superintendent

Project Superintendent experience 6-10

Knowledge of union, nonunion and wage

Reading and interpreting construction

Clear communication

Construction budgeting best practices

Planning and resource allocation

Construction equipment understanding

Knowledge of regulations (local/state)

Problem solving and decision making

Leadership and conflict resolution

Organizational and multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or architecture

Job description

Navigate Search seeks a NYC-licensed Superintendent to lead high-rise construction projects in New York City. You will ensure work aligns with plans, codes, and safety standards, while coordinating subs, inspectors, and schedules to meet critical milestones.

Ideal candidates bring 6–10 years as a Project Superintendent, deep knowledge of trades and wage requirements, strong leadership, and robust budgeting and planning capabilities for on-site execution.