Superintendent

Shawmut Design and Construction; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(K) with Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Job summary

Shawmut Design and Construction is seeking a Superintendent to lead daily field operations with a focus on site safety, quality control, and project management. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in the role and demonstrates strong leadership skills, ensuring effective communication with the project team.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $125,000 – $215,000 based on experience. Benefits include health insurance, a 401(K) plan, generous paid time off, and more.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Project Superintendent with a reputable General Contractor.
• Experience in managing, training, and developing people.
• Ability to lead 1-3 smaller projects at a time.

Responsibilities

• Lead all daily field operations to ensure proper site safety and quality control.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of project strategy and commitments.
• Maintain an updated and accurate project schedule reflecting job status.
• Promote positive relationships with subcontractors and vendors.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Team leadership

Job description

Overview

At Shawmut Design and Construction, we take pride in the culture we’ve built as a 100% employee‑owned company—one that’s been recognized with more than 100 Best Place to Work awards. We’ve been honored as a National Fortune Best Workplace, a Fortune Best Workplace for Women, Millennials, and Parents, and one of America’s Best Employers by Forbes—along with numerous regional recognitions across our 15 offices nationwide.

Here’s a glimpse into what we offer:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Be an employee‑owner!
• 401(K) with Company Match – Receive a company match up to 4% of your eligible pay.
• Generous Paid Time Off – vacation and sick time, 12 holidays, summer Fridays, and a yearly volunteer day.
• The Extras – Cell phone, laptop, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, financial planning services, and more.

Responsibilities

We are currently hiring a Superintendent with a passion for building! We love creative problem solvers, leaders, and innovators. We value our field and give you the autonomy to run the project. Here are a few items you will be responsible for:

• Lead all daily field operations to ensure proper site safety, construction, progress, quality control, and a clean site.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of project strategy and commitments, including financial goals, scheduling, logistics, phasing, milestones, and inspections.
• Maintain an updated and accurate project schedule that reflects the changes in project status and that meets the cost and time requirements of the project.
• Demonstrate and maintain effective and open dialogue with the project team regarding changes in work, job conditions, subcontractor relations, and any deviation in the direction of the project.
• Always promotes positive relationships by dealing expertly and fairly with all subcontractors and vendors while instilling this philosophy in the project team.

Qualifications

• 5+ experience as a Project Superintendent with a reputable General Contractor or Construction Manager in both a union and non‑union environment at a general contractor.
• Experience in managing, training, and developing people.
• Ability to lead 1-3 smaller projects at a time
• Strong communication skills and a desire to grow with a growing organization

EEO Information

Shawmut prohibits discrimination against any staff member or applicant on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, disability, creed, citizenship status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Salary Range Information

NYC Base Salary Range: $125,000 – $215,000 The range stated is specific to New York City. Placement within the listed range depends on many factors including, but not limited to years of experience, project size capability (for Construction & Field roles) and internal company equity.