Construction Superintendent

NV5•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

NV5 is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee and manage day-to-day construction activities for projects throughout the New York City area. The Superintendent is a key member of the construction management team, providing on-site leadership and oversight to ensure construction is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contract documents, approved schedules, specifications, and quality requirements. This hands-on role involves coordinating contractors, managing site operations, monitoring construction progress, and identifying and resolving field issues. The position requires a full-time, five-day-per-week on-site commitment at active construction project locations throughout New York City. The Superintendent must be comfortable in active construction environments, regularly walking project sites, climbing stairs, and navigating varying site conditions. Occasional extended hours may be required based on project demands and construction schedules.

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience in construction supervision, field management, or construction management.
Experience overseeing general contractors, subcontractors, and construction activities on active job sites.
Strong understanding of construction means and methods, sequencing, scheduling, and field operations.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
Knowledge of OSHA requirements, construction safety practices, and applicable building and construction codes.
Experience with site inspections, daily reporting, quality control, and construction documentation.
Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Ability to coordinate multiple contractors and construction activities while maintaining project schedules and quality standards.
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a fast-paced construction environment.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project locations throughout the NYC area.
Ability to work full-time, five days per week on site at active construction project locations throughout New York City.
Comfort regularly walking project sites, climbing stairs, and navigating varying site conditions.

Nice To Haves

Experience with both infrastructure and building construction projects.
OSHA 30-hour certification.
Relevant trade certifications, licenses, or construction-related credentials.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily construction activities and monitor contractor performance for compliance with contract documents, approved plans, specifications, and project requirements.
Supervise and coordinate general contractors, subcontractors, trade contractors, and other project personnel on site.
Monitor construction sequencing, work activities, site logistics, and resource allocation.
Identify field conditions, construction conflicts, and potential issues, and coordinate resolution with the project management team and design professionals.
Verify that materials, workmanship, and completed installations meet project specifications and applicable codes and standards.
Monitor contractor progress and identify potential schedule delays, deficiencies, and impacts to ongoing work.
Monitor contractor compliance with OSHA requirements, applicable regulations, and project-specific safety plans.
Conduct site inspections to identify unsafe conditions, work practices, and potential hazards.
Monitor site access, pedestrian protection, traffic management, temporary protections, housekeeping, and overall site conditions.
Review contractor safety documentation, including site-specific safety plans, job hazard analyses, and pre-task plans.
Report safety concerns and coordinate corrective actions with contractors and the project team.
Maintain awareness of public safety requirements on active construction sites in occupied urban environments.
Monitor construction progress against the approved project schedule and identify activities that may affect critical milestones.
Review contractor look-ahead schedules and coordinate upcoming work with the project management team.
Monitor inspections, testing, and quality control activities for compliance with contract requirements.
Identify defective or nonconforming work and track corrective actions through resolution.
Document construction progress through daily reports, photographs, field observations, and inspection records.
Participate in project coordination, progress, safety, and scheduling meetings.
Coordinate with project managers, resident engineers, inspectors, contractors, owners, and design professionals to facilitate project execution.
Maintain records of daily construction activities, contractor manpower, equipment, deliveries, weather conditions, and work performed.
Review construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and requests for information to support field oversight.
Assist with coordination of construction activities involving utilities, public agencies, permitting requirements, and other stakeholders.
Monitor contractor compliance with approved work plans, construction phasing, maintenance and protection of traffic, and site logistics requirements.
Assist with project closeout, including punch lists, deficiency tracking, and verification of completed work.