Site Supervisor
Listed on 2026-08-22
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Construction Manager/ Foreman, Installation Technician, Field/Service Technician
Location: New York, NY / New York Metro Area.
Job Type: Full-Time.
Travel Required: Frequent travel to project sites throughout New York and, as required, other locations.
Industry: Architectural Metal, Glass & Specialty Installations.
Hiring: Immediate.
We are seeking an experienced Site Supervisor – Architectural Metal & Glass Installations to oversee field installation activities across multiple project sites, primarily throughout New York.. . This is a hands‑on field leadership position requiring an experienced supervisor who can manage installation crews, coordinate union and non‑union labor, communicate effectively with remote Project Managers and internal teams, and take ownership of day‑to‑day site execution..
. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in architectural metal, glass, structural/ornamental metal, signage, or specialty architectural installations and understands how to take a project from drawings and field conditions through successful installation and completion.. . This position requires frequent travel between active project sites. The Site Supervisor will serve as the primary field point of contact between installers, Project Managers, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and other project stakeholders..
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- Supervise and coordinate daily installation activities across active project sites..
- Direct installers and field crews to ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and according to schedule..
- Manage both union and non-union installers
, depending on project requirements.. - Assign daily work, establish priorities, and ensure crews understand project expectations and installation requirements..
- Maintain accountability among field personnel and ensure work is completed efficiently..
- Provide hands‑on field leadership and assist crews with resolving installation challenges when necessary..
- Oversee installation of architectural metal, glass, signage, and specialty fabricated components..
- Verify field dimensions, site conditions, installation requirements, and readiness before work begins..
- Read and interpret architectural drawings, shop drawings, blueprints, specifications, and installation details..
- Identify conflicts between drawings and actual field conditions and coordinate solutions with Project Management and Engineering..
- Recommend practical field modifications when necessary to facilitate installation..
- Ensure installations meet project specifications, tolerances, and workmanship standards..
- Communicate daily with remote Project Managers and internal teams regarding project status, manpower, scheduling, materials, site conditions, and outstanding issues..
- Participate in Zoom/video meetings, project calls, and virtual coordination meetings as required..
- Provide photographs, videos, measurements, field reports, and other documentation to remote teams..
- Escalate potential delays, material shortages, design conflicts, or other project risks promptly..
- Coordinate with Engineering, Production, Purchasing, Logistics, and Project Management teams to keep projects moving..
- Coordinate installers, subcontractors, vendors, and other trades working at project sites..
- Ensure adequate manpower is available based on project schedules and installation requirements..
- Monitor crew productivity and quality of workmanship..
- Address performance, attendance, communication, and field coordination issues..
- Build productive working relationships with installers and ensure crews remain focused on project deadlines..
- Serve as the company's primary field representative on assigned projects..
- Coordinate installation schedules with General Contractors, Construction Managers, clients, architects, and other trades..
- Identify and resolve field conflicts before they impact schedules..
- Make practical and informed field decisions while keeping Project Management informed..
- Coordinate deliveries, staging, equipment access, material handling, and installation sequencing..
- Ensure sites are prepared for…
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