Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

About the Project

Palisade Builders is seeking an experienced Assistant Superintendent/Superintendent o support construction operations for The Glen at Heather Farm , a premier sr living community currently under development in Walnut Creek.

The project will deliver 354 residential units across a thoughtfully designed campus, including:

• 302 independent living apartment residences
• 52 single-family villas
• A podium-style multifamily building above a 410-car parking structure
• A two-story health center featuring 100 assisted living and memory care residences
• Extensive site improvements, amenities, and landscaped open spaces

This large-scale development represents one of the most significant sr housing projects in the East Bay, requiring strong coordination, communication, and multifamily construction expertise. The architect is KTGY, with landscape architecture by Gates + Associates

Position Overview

Palisade Builders is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Super o support the onsite project team through all phases of construction. The APM will work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, consultants, and ownership representatives to help ensure the project is delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting multifamily, podium, mixed-use, or large-scale residential construction projects and possess strong technical knowledge of construction documentation and project controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with the day-to-day administration and coordination of construction activities.
• Prepare, track, and manage RFIs, submittals, ASIs, change orders, and other project documentation.
• Support construction efforts from sitework and foundations through building turnover and closeout.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, consultants, inspectors, and project stakeholders to facilitate issue resolution and maintain project momentum.
• Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents for scope compliance and constructability.
• Participate in owner, architect, and subcontractor coordination meetings and distribute meeting minutes and action items.
• Assist with schedule updates, procurement tracking, and budget monitoring.
• Track project costs, change management activities, and progress reporting.
• Support quality control initiatives and ensure work is completed according to plans, specifications, and company standards.
• Maintain project logs, document control systems, and reporting requirements.
• Assist with project closeout activities, including punch list management, turnover documentation, warranties, and O&M manuals.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of field experience supporting ground-up multifamily, mixed-use, sr housing, or commercial construction projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and project administration.
• Experience managing RFIs, submittals, change orders, and document control workflows.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and construction management platforms.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented construction environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience on multifamily, senior living, podium, or mixed-use developments .
• Experience supporting projects valued at $50M+.
• Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or similar project management software.
• Exposure to structured parking, residential podium construction, or healthcare-related facilities is a plus.
• Local knowledge of Bay Area construction practices and permitting processes.

Why Join Palisade Builders

• Opportunity to contribute to one of Walnut Creek's premier sr living developments.
• Work alongside a highly experienced project team on a complex, multi-phase construction project.
• Gain exposure to multifamily, sr housing, healthcare, and podium construction scopes.
• Long-term career growth opportunities within a growing construction organization.

Ideal Candidate

Candidates should come from a multifamily construction with experience supporting ground-up residential, podium, mixed-use, sr housing, or large-scale housing developments. Experience limited to tenant improvements or non-residential

Expert Level

This is a Permanent position based out of Walnut Creek, CA.

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $175000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Dental, Medical, Vision, 401k

This is a fully onsite position in Walnut Creek,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 29, 2026.

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