Project Superintendent II

THE DOUGLASTON COMPANIES•New York, NY

3d•$190,000 - $270,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Superintendent II is responsible for timely project completion and ensuring construction complies with plans, specifications, and local codes. The role coordinates subcontractors, consultants, vendors, inspections, labor, equipment, and materials; monitors schedule, quality, safety, and site readiness; and maintains accurate daily project documentation. The superintendent works closely with the project team to address construction conflicts, review design intent, coordinate project information, and guide quality control from project kickoff through final turnover and closeout. The position is with Levine Builders, part of The Douglaston Companies, whose work spans development, construction, and property management. The company describes a collaborative work culture and offers professional development, career advancement opportunities, and community involvement. The position is based in New York, New York, and lists an annual salary range of $190,000 to $270,000, with actual compensation depending on candidate-specific factors and work location.

Requirements

NYC Department of Buildings licensed superintendent.
10–15 years of Project Superintendent experience.
Thorough knowledge of construction trades and union, nonunion, and prevailing-wage requirements.
Ability to read and interpret site safety plans, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to safely navigate a construction site, including climbing ladders and stairs, using job hoists, and working in inclement weather and hazardous, cluttered, or dark areas.
Excellent oral and written communication and active-listening skills.
Knowledge of construction budgeting best practices.
Strong planning skills, including design execution, resource allocation, and contingency planning.
Understanding of construction equipment, safe operating practices, and maintenance.
Understanding of local, state, and federal construction regulations.
Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Leadership ability to motivate a team, set goals, and resolve conflicts.
Organizational skills, including time management, delegation, prioritization, and multitasking.

Nice To Haves

Block and plank experience.
Ground-up construction experience.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant construction-related discipline, such as construction management, engineering, or architecture.
NYC high-rise residential experience.
NYCHA renovation experience.
Gut renovation experience in residential housing.
NYC affordable housing experience.

Responsibilities

Ensure timely project completion and construction in accordance with plans, specifications, and local codes.
Schedule subcontractors, consultants, and vendors in coordination with the project team to support the critical path and timely completion.
Perform quality-control duties and establish and enforce jobsite quality-control programs.
Ensure subcontractors execute and comply with their contracted scopes of work.
Communicate with the project team regarding ASIs, RFIs, and material submittals.
Coordinate required inspections with local jurisdictions.
Identify subcontractor safety, health, and environmental-quality non-compliance and take appropriate corrective steps.
Identify conflicts in construction progress and communicate them to the project team for resolution.
Maintain a daily jobsite activity log using company project software and prepare daily reports.
Walk project areas daily to monitor activities and assist with future planning.
Preside over weekly subcontractor meetings to coordinate work.
Issue notices of non-compliance to subcontractors for quality or scheduling issues.
Identify and complete job-progress and project-completion punch lists; ensure deficiencies identified by the project team are corrected.
Arrange labor, tools, equipment, and supplies for General Conditions work and other items determined by the project team.
Prepare timesheets for labor and other onsite staff, if applicable.
Manage the workforce and jobsite to maintain safe, clean conditions and ensure areas are ready for scheduled trades.
Review construction drawings to understand design intent, identify potential conflicts, and suggest improvements where possible.
Conduct quality inspections under company quality-control systems and guide project quality control from kickoff through final turnover.
Monitor jobsite safety compliance.
Perform other management-assigned duties, including preplanning future jobs, evaluating trade performance, completing project closeout reports, and overseeing post-occupancy repair work.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans.
401(k).
Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
Employer-paid basic life insurance, with an option to purchase additional coverage.
Paid leave and disability programs.
Pet insurance.
Mental health resources, including counseling.
Paid vacation time, paid holidays, and paid sick days.
Employee referral program.
Tuition and certification reimbursement.
Ongoing professional development through in-person and virtual training programs.
Career advancement opportunities.