Superintendent

At Marathon Construction Inc., we are committed to building with purpose — preserving the past while creating spaces for the future. We foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive.

Position Overview

As a Superintendent (specializing in Restoration and Historic Building Projects a plus, you will lead the coordination and supervision of adaptive reuse, preservation, and historic restoration construction efforts. Reporting to the CEO, you will oversee specialty trades and phases of work that require precision, craftsmanship, and strict adherence to preservation standards.

This role is ideal for a construction leader with deep experience in historic building techniques, restoration methods, and compliance with preservation guidelines and codes.

Key ResponsibilitiesProject Planning & Preservation Strategy

• Provide early input on restoration techniques, adaptive reuse strategies, and preservation-sensitive cost planning.
• Conduct detailed material take-offs with emphasis on reclaimed, specialty, or historically accurate materials.
• Develop final project schedules with sensitivity to phased restoration timelines and site constraints.
• Assist in selecting qualified subcontractors with proven restoration and preservation experience.

Specialized Trade & Site Oversight

• Supervise restoration-specific trades (masonry restoration, millwork, plaster, roofing, windows, structural stabilization, etc.).
• Monitor craftsmanship to ensure historical integrity and compliance with Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation or local landmark requirements.
• Resolve trade disputes with a focus on preservation techniques and proper remediation.
• Manage submittals and approvals for specialized materials (custom millwork, historically accurate windows, etc.).

Leadership & Collaboration

• Directly supervise field associates, including Superintendents, Finish Superintendents, and restoration crews.
• Mentor team members on historic construction methods and adaptive reuse processes.
• Collaborate with architects, preservation consultants, and governing authorities to ensure project fidelity.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain detailed daily logs documenting restoration progress and preservation compliance.
• Oversee photographic documentation of all phases for historical records and project tracking.
• Prepare punch lists, manage RFIs, and ensure accurate as-builts and archival records.
• Provide restoration updates during OAC and preservation review board meetings.

Safety, Compliance & Quality

• Enforce company safety standards and OSHA requirements in challenging restoration environments.
• Maintain environmental, water/mold mitigation, and site safety plans tailored for older/historic buildings.
• Conduct final walk-throughs with preservation consultants, inspectors, and authorities.

Qualifications

• Experience & Education
• Minimum 7 years supervisory experience in construction, with at least 5 years in restoration, preservation, or historic building projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in multifamily adaptive reuse, historic renovation, or specialty restoration trades.
• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s in Construction Management, Historic Preservation, or related field preferred.
• Skills & Knowledge
• Strong understanding of historic building systems, codes, and preservation standards.
• Ability to read and interpret original blueprints, shop drawings, and preservation reports.
• Proficiency with construction software for scheduling, estimating, and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills for working with architects, preservation consultants, and regulatory agencies.
• Additional Requirements
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. and work in historic site conditions (tight spaces, aged structures, varying weather).
• Availability to work evenings/weekends as project schedules demand.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking, climbing, and working within aging or partially restored buildings.
• Comfort working around dust, lead paint abatement, asbestos remediation, and other hazards specific to older structures.
• Ability to navigate scaffolding, ladders, and tight working conditions safely.

Job Type: Full-time

Location:

• West Warwick, RI 02893 (Required)

Work Location: In person