Senior Superintendent

Choate Construction Company; Town of Charleston (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Medical coverage options

401k profit sharing

Paid time off

Paternal & maternal leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

Choate Construction Company is seeking a Senior Superintendent to lead complex, full‑cycle projects on the jobsite. You will mentor field teams, champion safety, and ensure high standards of quality and execution from start to finish.

You will leverage your relationships with owners and trade partners to drive collaboration and timely project delivery, using Procore and other tools to coordinate daily activities and documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering complex, full‑cycle construction projects from start to finish.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and collaboration with owners, trade partners and internal teams.
• Proficiency with construction documentation, schedules, and field execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead field teams on multi‑phase projects with a focus on safety and quality.
• Champions Choate’s safety culture and ensures compliance with all safety protocols.
• Coordinate with owners, trade partners, and internal teams to drive collaboration and on‑time project delivery.

Skills

Safety leadership

Mentoring coaching

Project management

Communication

Tools

Procore

Job description

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Senior Superintendent at Choate Construction is a seasoned field leader who owns the successful delivery of complex, full‑cycle projects, setting the standard for execution, quality, and safety from start to finish. This role leads through experience—mentoring field teams, building trusted relationships, and serving as a professional solution‑finder across multiple project types. As the face of the jobsite, the Senior Superintendent champions Choate’s safety culture every day, because we only live one life and protecting our people is non‑negotiable.

YOU COULD BE THE NEXT CHOATE SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT IF…

You can demonstrate you have championed Safety as an onsite leader on a consistent basis. You have experience with managing projects from day one through project completion. You have demonstrated success with the creation and execution of project planning and scheduling. You can demonstrate the ability to thoroughly review, interpret, and clearly communicate construction documents, including drawings, specifications, contracts, and scopes of work, to ensure accurate execution, alignment across teams, and successful project delivery. You have led project teams through strong relationships, serving as a field leader who builds trust with owners, trade partners, and internal teams to drive collaboration, accountability, and successful outcomes. You can effectively leverage construction management platforms such as Procore to streamline jobsite communication, coordinate daily activities, manage documentation, and support efficient project execution.

• • You have served as a mentor and leader for field staff, developing Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents through hands‑on coaching, knowledge sharing, and leading by example to strengthen safety, performance, and long‑term growth.

BENEFITS OF BEING A FULL TIME CHOATE EMPLOYEE

• OWNER 100% Employee Owned Company with Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical Coverage Options: Surest, a copay plan, or High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account; Dental & Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent)
• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401k Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy
• Paternal and Maternal Leave
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• College Student Debt Reduction Program
• Employee Assistance & Financial Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Program
• Charitable Contribution Matching ($1,000 per year per employee)
• Stewardship Day (Community Volunteering)
• One additional benefit Choate offers which cannot be understated is a safe working environment. Whether working in the office or at a jobsite, it is our goal to elevate safety standards and ensure everyone goes home safely – and more safety conscious – at the end of each day.

Choate is a Drug Free Workplace and pre-employment drug screening in required for all new hires. Choate Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a safe work environment and to fostering the well‑being and health of its employees.

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day‑to‑day. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Choate does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV’s that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list. Any speculative or unsolicited CV’s will be treated as a direct application.

Who We Are:

Choate is a relationship-driven, 100% employee-owned general contractor with a diverse portfolio spanning 20+ market sectors, giving team members stability and variety across their careers. As an ESOP, every person has a direct stake in the company’s success, backed by strong growth pathways, a culture of accountability, and an unwavering commitment to safety and people.

Why Join an ESOP:

When you join Choate, you’re not just starting a job- you’re becoming an owner. That means: Financial Stake: Your hard work directly builds your personal wealth Ownership mentality: Pride, purpose, and investment in every outcome All-in culture: A team that holds each other up, because we are all in this together.