NV5 is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee and manage day-to-day construction activities for projects throughout the New York City area. The Superintendent will serve as a key member of the construction management team, providing on-site leadership and oversight to ensure that construction activities are performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contract documents, approved schedules, specifications, and quality requirements.

This position requires a hands-on construction professional with experience coordinating contractors, managing site operations, monitoring construction progress, and identifying and resolving field issues. Experience with both infrastructure and building construction projects is preferred.

Field Supervision and Construction Oversight

• Oversee daily construction activities and monitor contractor performance to ensure work is progressing in accordance with contract documents, approved plans, specifications, and project requirements.
• Provide on-site supervision and coordination of general contractors, subcontractors, trade contractors, and other project personnel.
• Monitor construction sequencing, work activities, site logistics, and resource allocation to maintain efficient project operations.
• Identify field conditions, construction conflicts, and potential issues; coordinate with the project management team and design professionals to facilitate timely resolution.
• Verify that materials, workmanship, and completed installations meet project specifications and applicable codes and standards.
• Monitor contractor progress and identify potential schedule delays, deficiencies, and impacts to ongoing work.

Safety and Site Management

• Maintain a strong on-site safety presence and monitor contractor compliance with OSHA requirements, applicable regulations, and project-specific safety plans.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify unsafe conditions, work practices, and potential hazards.
• Monitor site access, pedestrian protection, traffic management, temporary protections, housekeeping, and overall site conditions.
• Review contractor safety documentation, including site-specific safety plans, job hazard analyses, and pre-task plans.
• Promptly report safety concerns and work with contractors and the project team to ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Maintain awareness of public safety requirements, particularly on active construction sites within occupied urban environments.

Schedule and Quality Management

• Monitor construction progress against the approved project schedule and identify activities that may impact critical milestones.
• Review contractor look-ahead schedules and coordinate upcoming work activities with the project management team.
• Monitor inspections, testing, and quality control activities to ensure work complies with contract requirements.
• Identify defective or nonconforming work and track corrective actions through resolution.
• Document construction progress through daily reports, photographs, field observations, and inspection records.
• Participate in project coordination, progress, safety, and scheduling meetings.

Coordination and Project Administration

• Coordinate with project managers, resident engineers, inspectors, contractors, owners, and design professionals to facilitate project execution.
• Maintain accurate records of daily construction activities, contractor manpower, equipment, deliveries, weather conditions, and work performed.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and requests for information to support field oversight.
• Assist with the coordination of construction activities involving utilities, public agencies, permitting requirements, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor contractor compliance with approved work plans, construction phasing, maintenance and protection of traffic, and site logistics requirements.
• Assist with project closeout activities, including punch lists, deficiency tracking, and verification of completed work.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in construction supervision, field management, or construction management.
• Experience overseeing general contractors, subcontractors, and construction activities on active job sites.
• Experience with both infrastructure and building construction projects is preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, sequencing, scheduling, and field operations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements, construction safety practices, and applicable building and construction codes.
• Experience with site inspections, daily reporting, quality control, and construction documentation.
• Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple contractors and construction activities while maintaining project schedules and quality standards.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a fast-paced construction environment.
• OSHA 30-hour certification preferred.
• Relevant trade certifications, licenses, or construction-related credentials are a plus.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project locations throughout the NYC area.

This position requires a full-time, five-day-per-week on-site commitment at active construction project locations throughout New York City. The Superintendent must be comfortable working in an active construction environment and regularly walking project sites, climbing stairs, and navigating varying site conditions. Occasional extended hours may be required based on project demands and construction schedules.

Compensation $120-140k

NV5 delivers technology-enabled engineering, consulting, and geospatial solutions that help clients plan, design, and optimize infrastructure, buildings, utilities, and environmental systems. We bring together technical expertise, data, and innovative thinking to create resilient, high-performance assets. As part of TiC Solutions, alongside Acuren, we share a purpose: to shape and strengthen the physical world.