Construction Superintendent

Newark, United States | Posted on 11/12/2025

The Construction Superintendent will be responsible for overseeing, managing, and directing all phases of a project from start to finish. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, enabling them to take charge of the project and deliver successful outcomes. This role requires a balanced presence, with half of the time spent on-site in the field and the other half in the office.

• Oversee daily field activity of construction projects.
• Allocate resources for assigned projects.
• Supervise onsite personnel and subcontractors.
• Build a construction schedule, schedule subcontractors and suppliers, and make necessary changes to meet deadlines.
• Manage projects from the field with constant communication with the Construction Project Manager.
• Coordinate job site meetings.
• Drive cost-effective project management techniques and strategies in the field.
• Educate landlords and tenants on aesthetic and practical choices for build-out.
• Mediate between landlords and tenants to find workable solutions that appeal to both parties.

• Maintain high standards of workmanship that adhere to original plans and specifications.
• Verify all work is completed correctly as per the construction documents.
• Maintain clean and safe job sites with experience in all types of finish protections.

• Prepare daily field reports.
• Maintain weekly construction safety meetings and reports.
• Prepare a project punch list and communicate with responsible parties.
• Create estimates for build-out projects, including labor, supplies, materials, and other ancillary costs.

• Interface with project inspectors, contractors, architects, engineers, city and county officials, and clients.
• Negotiate with subcontractors to receive reasonable change-order costs.
• Communicate with office personnel to ensure the project is being constructed consistently with the project documents and contract scope of work.
• Communicate with property managers, subcontractors, and suppliers as needed.
• Meet with building owners and tenants to discuss build-out specifications and improvements.

• Director of Construction
• Senior Construction Manager
• Project Managers
• HR Assistant
• Operations Manager
• Managing Partners

• Clients and Partners
• Suppliers and Vendors
• Subcontractors
• External Consultants

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Project Superintendent in the construction industry.
• Preferred 5 to 8 years of experience in build‑out construction.
• Proficient in Windows operating systems and associated software.
• Experience working on smartphones and tablets.
• Excellent phone, email and communication skills.
• Knowledge of local codes and construction practices.
• Experience in scheduling, field supervision, quality control and production of all phases of construction.
• Driver's License required.
• Ability to work with numerous contractors and sub‑contractors in an efficient manner.
• Must portray a professional appearance and positive attitude.
• OSHA training is a plus.
• Knowledge and experience in Construction Project Management.
• College degree in Construction Management or Engineering is a plus.