Sr Superintendent

About Greystar

Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate platform offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in institutional-quality rental housing. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Greystar manages and operates over $300 billion of real estate in more than 250 markets globally with offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and the Asia‑Pacific region. Greystar is the largest operator of apartments in the United States, managing over 1 million units/beds globally.

Across its platforms, Greystar has nearly $79 billion of assets under management, including over $35 billion of development assets and over $30 billion of regulatory assets under management. Greystar was founded by Bob Faith in 1993 to become a provider of world‑class service in the rental residential real estate business. To learn more, visit

We are seeking a Multifamily Construction Sr. Superintendent with extensive experience in deep foundation and shoring for a high‑density residential development in Seattle’s University District. This project involves subterranean excavation, complex shoring systems, and tight site logistics, requiring a leader with the technical know‑how and composure to manage field execution in one of Seattle’s most active and regulated neighborhoods. This role is ideal for a superintendent who thrives in early‑phase construction, understands the permitting intricacies of the U District, and can effectively manage crews to deliver foundation, waterproofing, and vertical structure on time and within budget.

• Lead all jobsite activity from mobilization through podium, with focus on:
  Excavation support (soldier piles, lagging, tiebacks), Mat slab or pile cap systems, Waterproofing and dewatering systems, Podium structure transition and MEP coordination.
• Execute daily field operations with attention to tight right‑of‑way, pedestrian safety, and heavy equipment coordination within a constrained urban footprint.
• Coordinate with geotechnical consultants and shoring engineers to implement pre‑approved excavation support plans.
• Manage utility coordination and shoring adjacent to existing structures, including potential UW properties and rights‑of‑way.
• Serve as field liaison with Seattle Department of Construction & Inspections (SDCI) and the University of Washington Planning/Facilities when applicable.
• Drive site safety compliance, particularly in areas such as excavation, fall protection, and trenching.
• Enforce QA/QC standards across all structural elements, including formwork, shotcrete, waterproofing membranes, and envelope interfaces.
• Track critical path activities for early‑stage trades and monitor pre‑pour checklists and concrete placement logistics.

• 8–12 years of field leadership in multifamily or mixed‑use construction (ground‑up projects preferred), including at least 5 years in the Seattle metro.
• Direct experience managing deep excavation and shoring systems in the U District or similar Seattle neighborhoods (Capitol Hill, Roosevelt, Northgate, etc.).
• Proven track record with projects involving tight site access, adjacent structure protection, and utility coordination with SPU/SCL.
• Expert in reading and implementing structural shoring plans, tieback layouts, waterproofing submittals, and dewatering systems.
• Familiarity with: SDCI preconstruction and inspection protocols, ROW Management Plans (TMP/SDOT), Temporary tieback easements, and vibration monitoring.
• OSHA 30 certified and CPR/First Aid trained.
• Proficient in Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, and field productivity tracking systems.

• Experience delivering podium projects near university campuses, with heightened attention to noise, pedestrian safety, and logistics.
• Strong relationships with local trade partners and specialty contractors.
• Engineering or Construction Management degree preferred.
• LEED experience or sustainable building knowledge a plus.

• Competitive salary + milestone performance bonus
• Full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with…