What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Superintendent position at River Brook?
About the job
River Brook is a vertically integrated design build firm specializing in high quality custom residential construction. We design and build homes in the $1-5 million dollar range, with a strong emphasis on craftsmanship, thoughtful detailing, and disciplined execution. Our team values excellence, accountability, collaboration, and clear communication. We take pride in doing things the right way and holding a high standard across every phase of a project. Our work has been featured this year in The New York Times, Architectural Digest, and Southern Living, reflecting our leadership in custom residential design and construction.
River Brook Construction is seeking an experienced, highly organized Residential Construction Superintendent to join our growing team. This role is critical to the success of our projects and our client experience. The Superintendent is responsible for leading job sites from start to finish while maintaining quality, schedule, budget, and safety standards across multiple high end residential projects.
This role is ideal for someone who takes ownership, notices details others miss, and believes excellence is non-negotiable.
River Brook’s home office is located in Homewood, Alabama. We are currently seeking to fill this position in both our Birmingham, AL and Nashville, TN markets. The ideal candidate is comfortable working both in the office and in the field while managing multiple active projects.
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee and manage all on site construction activities for multiple custom residential projects
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, vendors, and labor crews.
• Ensure all work aligns with approved plans, specifications, and River Brook quality standards
• Collaborate closely with in house architects, designers, and project managers
• Manage project schedules, materials, and deliveries to maintain efficiency and momentum
• Maintain accurate daily logs, schedules, and documentation
• Enforce OSHA standards and River Brook safety policies on all job sites
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with building codes and best practices
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing clear and professional updates
• Lead and participate in morning meetings to set daily goals and expectations
• Proactively identify issues and resolve them before they impact schedule or budget
Qualifications
• Minimum of 3 years experience as a Residential Construction Superintendent
• Proven experience managing high end custom residential projects
• Strong understanding of construction methods, sequencing, and building codes
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience using Buildertrend or similar construction management software
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously without sacrificing quality
What We Offer
• Competitive salary ranging from $100-200k depending on experience
• Competitive benefits package, including employer-paid health benefits, 401(k) company match, and more.
• Opportunity to work on high end, design driven residential projects
• A collaborative, professional team environment
• Long term growth opportunities within a values driven company
To apply, please submit your résumé and cover letter to info@riverbrook.com
Salary : $100,000 - $200,000