Superintendent

Job Title: Superintendent

Job Description This role oversees all day-to-day field operations for a retail fit-out project, ensuring work progresses safely, on schedule, and to a high standard of quality. The superintendent coordinates multiple trades on site, manages field communication with the project manager, and drives the project through inspections, punch lists, and final turnover. Responsibilities

- Manage all day-to-day field operations for the retail fit-out project from mobilization through closeout.
- Coordinate and supervise subcontractors across trades including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, drywall, ceilings, flooring, millwork, painting, fire protection, and finishes.
- Maintain and update the project schedule, driving subcontractors to achieve critical milestones and meet aggressive deadlines.
- Conduct daily site walks to monitor quality, workmanship, safety, and overall progress of construction activities.
- Coordinate deliveries, material staging, site access, and subcontractor sequencing to keep the jobsite efficient and organized.
- Review construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, and field conditions to identify potential conflicts and resolve issues proactively.
- Work closely with the project manager to communicate field progress, schedule impacts, changes, and potential delays.
- Coordinate all required inspections, manage punch-list activities, oversee closeout items, and support final project turnover.
- Ensure all subcontractors comply with project-specific and site safety requirements at all times.
- Maintain clean and organized work areas, especially where construction interfaces with an occupied mall or neighboring tenants.
- Prepare and submit daily field reports documenting manpower, completed work, deliveries, inspections, issues, and upcoming activities.
- Lead subcontractor coordination meetings to align trades on sequencing, schedule, and field constraints.

Essential Skills

- 5+ years of experience as a construction superintendent or assistant superintendent, preferably on commercial projects.
- Proven experience with retail fit-outs, commercial interiors, tenant improvements, or renovation projects.
- Strong understanding of MEP coordination and interior finishes for retail and shopping-center build-outs.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and RFIs accurately.
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple subcontractors simultaneously on fast-track projects.
- Strong scheduling skills with the ability to maintain and drive project timelines.
- Excellent communication and field coordination skills for working with subcontractors and project management teams.
- Comfort working under aggressive deadlines and resolving field issues quickly and effectively.
- Familiarity with construction safety requirements and jobsite documentation practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Background in retail stores and shopping-center build-outs.
- Experience in field management, construction management, or working with a general contractor environment.
- Ability to lead effective subcontractor coordination meetings and promote collaboration among trades.

Work Environment This role supports a 3-month project assignment focused on a retail fit-out, likely within a shopping center or mall environment. The superintendent works primarily on site, coordinating multiple trades in an active retail setting where some areas may remain occupied. The work environment requires careful attention to safety, cleanliness, and organization, particularly at interfaces with neighboring tenants and public areas. The project follows fast-track schedules, so hours may vary based on construction milestones and inspection requirements, with a strong emphasis on meeting deadlines while maintaining quality and safety.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Smithtown, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $47.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Smithtown, NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.
Workplace Type
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