Senior Superintendent

Reis Contracting; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with bonus

Healthcare including dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Generous PTO and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Reis Contracting seeks a Senior Superintendent to lead on-site operations for luxury residential projects in the Washington, D.C. area.

You will coordinate with Project Managers, Project Engineers, field personnel, and office teams to deliver projects on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. Requirements include 12+ years in high-end residential construction, excellent leadership and communication skills, and proficiency with drawings, OSHA safety, and codes.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of building experience in high-end residential markets.
• Experience as a construction superintendent.
• Proficient in understanding architectural drawings.
• Up to date on local building codes and OSHA safety requirements.
• Excellent communication and managerial skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site construction planning and execution, coordinating crews and schedules.
• Oversee quality assurance and control, addressing deficiencies promptly.
• Provide on-site leadership and mentor junior team members.
• Ensure safety compliance per OSHA and local regulations.
• Manage client/stakeholder interactions during site visits.
• Review shop drawings, permits, and inspections; track progress with Procore/Bluebeam/MS Project.
• Resolve on-site issues to maintain budget, schedule and quality.
• Represent Reis with professionalism on site.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

On-site supervision

Safety compliance

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

Reis Contracting specializes in luxury custom residential construction, renovation, and construction management. Our company has a strong history and has been in business since 1986. As our company has grown, our needs continue to evolve to keep pace with the ever-changing needs of our clients. One constant value that is woven throughout our history is our focus on teamwork- we believe communication and collaboration drive our efficiency and productivity.

About the Job

The Senior Superintendent for Washington, D.C. area will be the driving force behind the success of our project—leading and coordinating all on-site operations while partnering closely with Project Managers, Project Engineers, Field Personnel, and cross-functional office teams. This role ensures every project is delivered with precision—on time, on budget, and with the highest standard of quality—while fostering collaboration, solving challenges in real time, and exceeding client expectations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead construction planning and execution on site — coordinating subcontractor crews, sequencing trades, overseeing logistics, and ensuring daily progress aligns with short- and long-term schedules.
• Oversee quality assurance and control, conducting walkthroughs, monitoring craftsmanship and finishes, verifying compliance with drawings/specifications, and addressing deficiencies immediately.
• Provide on-site leadership, actively supervising field staff, directing daily activities, mentoring junior team members, and ensuring smooth coordination between trades.
• Enforce Safety and Compliance by implementing company safety policies and OSHA standards while upholding all state and local building regulations, Department of Labor requirements, and permitting processes to maintain a safe, compliant, and hazard-free job site.
• Manage client and stakeholder interaction directly at the job site — hosting site visits, walking owners/designers through progress, and addressing issues in real time.
• Apply technical proficiency in reviewing shop drawings, permits, and inspection requirements, while leveraging Procore, Bluebeam, and MS Project to track schedules, RFIs, costs, and progress.
• Drive problem-solving and decision-making on site, resolving conflicts, adapting to changes in conditions, and ensuring the project stays on budget, schedule, and quality expectations.
• Mentor junior superintendents, lead foreman meetings, and direct field crews.
• Represent Reis with professionalism and accountability, ensuring every detail on site reflects our commitment to excellence in luxury construction.
• In depth understanding of high-end construction operations and processes.
• 12+ years of building experience in high- end residential market.
• Previous experience as a construction superintendent.
• Proficient in understanding architectural drawings.
• Up to date on local building codes.
• Up to date on OSHA safety requirements.
• Excellent communication and managerial skills.
• Strong leadership, organizational, conflict resolution and planning skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, wellness, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Healthcare, Commuter and Dependent Care Account benefits
• Company-paid Life Insurance benefits
• Generous paid time off and company holidays, plus ongoing professional development support
• Clear career growth and advancement opportunities within a rapidly expanding organization
• A collaborative, team-driven culture with a strong pipeline of high-profile, luxury projects