Nyc Dob Licensed Superintendent

About Our Client

Our client is a dynamic, rapidly growing leader in the New York City construction market, specializing in complex, large-scale developments. Their core expertise lies in the ground-up construction of high-rise residential towers and major commercial buildings for premier capital clients.

Joining their team means stepping into a high-stakes, highly rewarding environment where your field leadership directly shapes the NYC skyline. Operating with a strong emphasis on teamwork, collaboration, and talent investment, our client provides the resources and support needed to achieve excellence on every build.

Role Overview: Command the Field

Our client is seeking two experienced and highly motivated Construction Superintendents to serve as definitive leaders on their field operations team.

This is a critical, high-visibility role demanding exceptional on-site leadership and deep technical expertise in ground-up construction methodologies. If you bring a passion for managing the complete lifecycle of a build—from foundation to final punch list—and a track record of career stability on major NYC projects, our client wants to connect with you.

Key Responsibilities:

Drive Execution & Excellence

As a Superintendent, you will serve as the primary on-site authority, driving quality, safety, and timely delivery across major developments.

• Field Command: Oversee and lead all day-to-day field operations on assigned ground-up construction projects, driving progress schedules and optimizing resource allocation.
• Quality & Delivery: Guarantee projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the high-caliber standards required by top capital clients.
• Trade Leadership: Expertly coordinate, direct, and supervise all subcontractors, vendors, and site labor to maintain maximum productivity and accountability.
• NYC Safety & Compliance: Enforce strict compliance with all NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) codes, OSHA standards, and site safety protocols to maintain a zero-incident work environment.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Project Managers, architects, structural engineers, and client reps to proactively resolve field conditions and maintain site momentum.
• Reporting & Tracking: Provide clear, detailed daily log entries and weekly progress reports to executive leadership on milestones, logistics, and risk mitigation.

Qualifications: What You Bring

• NYC Registration: Must possess an active NYC Department of Buildings Superintendent License/Registration (Mandatory).
• Ground-Up Track Record: 6–8+ years of dedicated construction experience with a proven history of managing full project lifecycles from foundation to completion.
• High-Rise / Commercial Scope: Demonstrated field experience leading high-rise residential or large-scale commercial ground-up builds within NYC.
• Decisive Leadership: Strong site presence with the ability to manage diverse trades, enforce site safety, and maintain schedule velocity.
• Professional Stability: A history of career tenure and steady progression with prior employers.

Compensation & Perks

Our client offers a top-tier compensation package designed to attract and retain elite field leaders:

• Competitive Base Salary: $140,000 – $180,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Performance Bonuses: Discretionary performance-based incentive structure
• Health Coverage: Oxford Medical Plan options
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with a 3% Safe Harbor contribution after one year
• Career Growth: Direct line of visibility to executive leadership with room for advancement as the firm continues to scale