Project Superintendent

Overview

Avalon Bay Communities, Inc., an equity REIT, has a long-term track record of developing, redeveloping, acquiring and managing distinctive apartment homes in some of the best U.S. markets, and delivering outsized, risk-adjusted returns to shareholders. With equal parts experience and vision, we’ve established a leadership position rooted in our purpose of creating a better way to live and that is always focused on building value for the long term.

Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds Avalon Bay associates. We take that purpose seriously and expect you will as well. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and taking ownership of our choices and actions, we act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors and associates. Your positive, professional, and consistent personal interactions make Avalon Bay a great place to work.

The Project Superintendent provides leadership and oversight for all jobsite construction activities related to multi-family residential and mixed-use projects. This role ensures project objectives—including schedule, budget, safety, and quality—are met. The Project Superintendent collaborates with various stakeholders and manages projects valued between $50 million and $100 million.

• Partner with the Project Manager to establish preconstruction responsibilities, schedules, and manage change orders.

• Oversee and ensure safe work performance aligned with quality standards, timelines, and project scope.

• Identify and resolve hazards, delays, and quality issues by developing risk mitigation plans.

• Address subcontractor performance issues and implement corrective actions.

• Serve as the Quality Control Manager, ensuring all work meets project specifications.

• Develop comprehensive site plans addressing public safety, site security, logistics, and material movement.

• Maintain labor projections and support staffing decisions for jobsite roles.

• Schedule and lead daily and weekly project team meetings.

• Create and update construction schedules with key milestones and deadlines.

• Coordinate subcontractors, owners, and site contractors to ensure alignment with project requirements.

• Motivate project team members to achieve objectives within defined timelines and budgets.

• Foster strong relationships with team members, architects, inspectors, subcontractors, municipalities, and suppliers.

• Negotiate and secure commitments from project stakeholders.

• Provide coaching, feedback, and support to team members to drive high performance.

• Coordinate inspections, turnovers, and documentation processes.

• Participate in scope meetings and review project scopes.

• Track and manage shop drawings and submittals.

• Maintain inspection logs and coordinate scheduling with utility providers.

• Oversee punch list completion and updates.

• Conduct unit acceptance walks with engineering teams.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Vocational or technical construction-related coursework preferred.

• Minimum of 10 years supervising residential construction projects with moderate knowledge of all construction disciplines and phases.

• Strong planning and project management expertise.

• Proven leadership and prioritization skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, adaptable to diverse teams.

• Analytical problem-solver with familiarity with construction plans and documentation.

• Knowledge of building codes and local jurisdiction policies.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software.

• Technical understanding of building components, civil engineering, and structural design.

• Exceptional organizational abilities and stress management under tight deadlines.

This role requires a valid driver’s license.

We know that our teams are the beating heart of our success and we’re committed to showing our appreciation.

We offer:

Comprehensive benefits — health, dental and vision, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, tuition…