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Dowbuilt High-End Residential Superintendent in New York City, New York
We’re hiring a Superintendent to lead one-of-a-kind, high-end residential projects in New York City. Dowbuilt superintendents are dedicated on-site construction managers, coordinating and overseeing the work and safety of all field crew and subcontractors. They are critical to schedule creation and critical path management and are highly technical problem solvers. This role requires a deep knowledge of construction best practices and the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with clients, vendors, subtrades, designers, engineers/consultants, and architects.
This position offers an opportunity to lead teams that are dedicated to the highest levels of quality and craftsmanship.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
As superintendent, you’ll be the on-site construction manager, in charge of building one-of-a-kind architecture. You’ll be responsible for:
Ensuring work is performed safely, in accordance with plans and specifications, and in compliance with local building codes
Daily constructability problem-solving
Onsite quality control throughout project lifecycle
Partnering with the project manager to develop and manage the project schedule in MS Project; contributing to estimate creation in preconstruction phase
Maintaining plans, specifications, as-builts, and other necessary documentation
Managing subcontractors and all related elements (i.e., scheduling, evaluating work performed, safety compliance, submittal review, shop drawings, RFIs)
Managing entire field crew and maximizing supplier relationships, keeping communication open and professional
Daily walk-throughs and job log of all required information (i.e., personnel, owner visits, inspectors, architects, hazard identification and abatement, weather, near misses)
Professionally representing Dowbuilt with clients, architects, owner’s reps, project managers, subcontractors, management, field staff, and neighbors/HOA representatives
Coordinating material deliveries, handling, storage, and placement (with foreman support)
Training and directing field crew and conducting performance evaluations
Maintaining job site security (i.e., ensure safety of all people, tools, and materials)
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
To be successful as a Dowbuilt superintendent, you’ll need:
15 years of superintendent experience, 5 years high-end, custom residential
Experience working through design details and constructability challenges directly with architects and designers to achieve design intent
Degree in Construction Management or related field OR equivalent professional experience
Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications
Journeyman-level carpentry skills
Excellent communication, team-building and mentoring skills
Deep technical building knowledge and experience with both traditional and new materials and methods
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Project
Experience with Sage 300 CRE is a plus, but not required
The ability and desire to travel for projects as needs arise. Travel costs will be reimbursed by the company
U.S. work authorization
Active NYC DOB Construction Superintendent Registration
New York City SST Supervisor and current First Aid/CPR
WHAT WE OFFER
We are a fun, easygoing bunch of professionals who take a lot of pride in the work we do. We acknowledge the contributions and talents of our team members by providing benefits that support you at work and in life:
Competitive pay commensurate with skills and experience
100% paid medical, dental, vision, and $50,000 in basic life insurance for full-time employees (30% coverage for dependents), first of the month following DOH
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer profit sharing contribution
Company-paid short-term disability policy for all full-time employees
8 paid holidays each year, no waiting period
Paid Time-Off (PTO) Salaried/Exempt employees accrue 2.31 hours per week, or 120 hours per year, with one additional day of service per year until reaching a max accrual of 160 hours
Mentorship and career development opportunities
Tool Purchase and tool Loan Programs
Discretionary bonus
Opportunities to build for Dowbuilt in other regions, if desired
The compensation range for this position is $130,000 - $165,000 annually
WHO WE ARE
Dowbuilt is a construction company founded in 1980, and today our talented teams can be found from coast to coast. We excel at cutting-edge, innovative, never-been-done-before residential projects and home service—all of which require precision and impeccable attention to detail. We work with top architects, and our builds are regularly featured in publications such as Architectural Digest and Architectural Record.
The Dowbuilt culture is one of care—care for our employees, clients, and the talented craftspeople we partner with—resulting in care for the incredible designs we bring to life.
HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT
We’re committed to investing in our team members’ ongoing professional development, and as a leader with Dowbuilt, you play a big part in ensuring that your team has equal opportunity to play to their strengths, fill gaps in knowledge and grow professionally.
Effective career development requires two-way, open communication between employee and manager. This means expectation setting happens on both sides, along with support, mentorship, and goal setting at regular intervals. Find out how you can take your own career to the next level and inspire the next generation of talent with Dowbuilt.
Dowbuilt is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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