Senior Superintendent

Engtal; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Vehicle Allowance or Project-RelatedRe

Job summary

Engtal is partnering with a growing Boston-area General Contractor to hire a Senior Superintendent for their field operations team. The role focuses on ground-up multifamily and mixed-use developments in Greater Boston, with ownership over schedules, safety, quality, and coordination with subcontractors.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in commercial construction, a strong background in ground-up multifamily projects, and proven ability to manage projects from foundations through turnover.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial construction experience.
• Previous experience as a Superintendent or Lead Superintendent.
• Strong background in ground-up multifamily construction.
• Experience with wood-frame, podium, or similar residential building systems.
• Proven ability to manage projects from foundations through turnover.
• Strong subcontractor management and scheduling capabilities.
• Experience working on projects throughout Greater Boston preferred.
• OSHA 30 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day field operations.
• Manage subcontractors and trade partners.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and look-aheads.
• Coordinate site logistics and material deliveries.
• Lead subcontractor coordination and weekly field meetings.
• Maintain site safety and quality standards.
• Review drawings and identify constructability issues.
• Coordinate inspections with local authorities.
• Manage punch list, turnover, and closeout.
• Work with Project Managers and ownership to keep projects on schedule and budget.

Skills

Ground-up multifamily

Subcontractor management

Scheduling

Site leadership

Turnover management

Greater Boston experience

OSHA 30 preferred

Job description

We are currently partnered with a growing Boston-area General Contractor in their search for a Senior Superintendent to join their field operations team.

This is an opportunity to join a well-established builder with a strong pipeline of multifamily and residential construction throughout Greater Boston. The company has continued to grow by focusing on high-quality project delivery, maintaining a hands‑on leadership structure, and giving its field teams meaningful ownership over their projects.

The Superintendent will be responsible for day‑to‑day field leadership on ground‑up multifamily and mixed‑use developments, typically ranging from mid‑sized apartment projects to larger urban residential developments.

What You’ll Be Working On

• Ground-Up Multifamily Construction
• Mixed-Use Developments
• Market-Rate Apartments
• Affordable Housing
• Wood-Frame and Podium Construction
• Urban Infill Projects
• Renovation and Adaptive Reuse Projects

Projects are primarily located throughout Boston and Greater Boston and often involve tight urban logistics, detailed sequencing, aggressive schedules, and coordination across a wide range of subcontractors and trade partners.

The Opportunity

This role is ideal for a Superintendent who wants to take full ownership of the field while working within a company where leadership remains closely involved in project delivery.

You will work directly with project management and executive leadership to manage schedule, safety, quality, subcontractor coordination, logistics, and overall site execution from mobilization through closeout.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading all day‑to‑day field operations
• Managing subcontractors and trade partners
• Developing and maintaining project schedules and look‑aheads
• Coordinating site logistics and material deliveries
• Leading subcontractor coordination and weekly field meetings
• Maintaining site safety and quality standards
• Reviewing drawings and identifying constructability issues
• Coordinating inspections and working with local authorities
• Managing punch list, turnover, and project closeout
• Working closely with Project Managers and ownership to keep projects on schedule and within budget

Ideal Background

• 10+ years of commercial construction experience
• Previous experience as a Superintendent or Lead Superintendent
• Strong background in ground‑up multifamily construction
• Experience with wood‑frame, podium, or similar residential building systems
• Proven ability to manage projects from foundations through turnover
• Strong subcontractor management and scheduling capabilities
• Experience working on projects throughout Greater Boston preferred
• OSHA 30 preferred
• $155,000 - $200,000
• Annual Bonus Potential
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Vehicle Allowance or Project-Related Reimbursement