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Project Superintendent - Multifamily New Construction
Location: New Kent County, VA
*Must be available to work on-site full-time and reside locally during the project.
We are partnered with a well-established Hampton Roads developer with nearly 40 years of experience across multifamily, commercial, and residential construction to recruit a Project Superintendent for their next major project in New Kent County, VA. This role will take full ownership of a HUD-financed multifamily construction project, managing all on-site operations, coordinating subcontractors, enforcing safety and quality standards, and working directly with ownership and HUD representatives to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and in full compliance with Davis-Bacon and federal reporting requirements. The ideal candidate is a disciplined field leader who thrives in complex construction environments and runs a highly organized, well-run jobsite.
Responsibilities
- Subcontractor Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for all trade partners. Direct daily field activities, resolve conflicts on the spot, and hold everyone accountable to plans and specs.
- Schedule: Maintain and drive the master project schedule. Identify threats to the critical path early and implement solutions before they become problems.
- Site Logistics & Materials: Coordinate and verify all deliveries. Ensure proper storage and protection of materials to minimize waste and theft.
- Quality Control & Safety: Lead daily site inspections, safety meetings, and enforce OSHA compliance. Verify that all materials and installations align with shop drawings and submittals.
- Documentation: Keep meticulous daily logs, progress photos, RFIs, OSHA incident reports, and subcontractor performance records.
- Inspections: Coordinate and attend all municipal and third-party inspections. Drive punch-list completion with urgency.
Requirements
- Experience: 5–7 years in multifamily or high-density residential construction, with at least 3 years as a lead Superintendent.
- Technical Knowledge: Solid understanding of wood-frame (Type V) or podium (Type III) construction, MEP systems, and site work.
- Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, or similar tools.
- Leadership: Proven ability to manage large crews, maintain morale, and hold subcontractors accountable to deadlines and quality standards.
- Certifications: OSHA 30-Hour required. First Aid/CPR preferred.
- HUD experience preferred: familiarity with HUD-financed projects, including Davis-Bacon wage compliance, federal reporting requirements, and HUD site inspections.
This is a full-time, on-site role. You’ll be in the field daily, managing an active jobsite in all weather conditions. We’re looking for someone who has successfully delivered multifamily projects and runs a clean, safe, organized site.
Pay: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Multifamily construction: 5 years (Required)
- lead superintendent: 3 years (Required)
- HUD: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- OSHA 30 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $120,000 - $140,000