Commercial TI / Special Projects - Superintendent

About the Role

UrbanCore Construction’s Special Projects division is seeking a Superintendent – Tenant Improvement (TI) / Special Projects to lead field execution of diverse projects, including adaptive reuse, historic tax credit projects, boutique fitness centers, banks, universities, restaurants, and offices. The Superintendent will ensure safety, quality, schedule performance, and strong collaboration with trade partners from startup through closeout.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and lead projects from startup to closeout, focusing on:
  • Project organization & execution
  • Project safety & cleanliness
  • Quality control
  • On‑site relationships
• Develop and maintain accurate 3‑week look‑ahead schedules that align with the master project schedule.
• Coordinate with trade partners to confirm manpower, sequencing, and material readiness.
• Lead pre‑installation meetings to secure buy‑in and readiness before scope starts.
• Monitor daily progress and adjust activities as needed to keep projects on track.
• Conduct daily project walks to verify progress, safety, and quality.
• Manage logistics including deliveries, laydown, hoisting, and temporary facilities/utilities.
• Ensure permits, job boards, and signage are posted and maintained.
• Maintain accurate daily logs and support startup and closeout documentation.
• Act as the primary on‑site safety leader, ensuring compliance with company and OSHA safety programs.
• Conduct safety orientations, toolbox talks, and daily safety walks.
• Maintain high standards of jobsite cleanliness, organization, and security.
• Document incidents, track corrective actions, and lead continuous safety improvement.
• Perform first‑install inspections to confirm compliance with drawings, specifications, and submittals.
• Maintain quality checklists and observation logs.
• Lead pre‑punch readiness reviews and manage punch‑list distribution and completion.
• Drive timely resolution of closeout and quality items.
• Build and maintain strong trade‑partner relationships, holding them accountable for safety, quality, and schedule performance.
• Provide clear, proactive communication with owners, architects, and consultants during site visits.
• Elevate issues promptly to the Project Manager when contractual, financial, or schedule impacts are identified.
• Promote UrbanCore’s culture of trust, professionalism, and collaboration on every project.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience as a Superintendent, ideally on tenant improvement, adaptive reuse, residential, or interior projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety, quality control, and scheduling best practices.
• Organized, detail‑oriented, and able to lead with urgency and professionalism.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Demonstrated ownership of problems and proactive solution‑finding.
• Critical thinking, strong organizational habits, and commitment to high‑quality planning.
• Commitment to ethical decision‑making and exceptional customer service.
• Positive attitude and willingness to have fun while maintaining professionalism.

Skills

• Proficiency in Procore, Excel, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.

Core Values

• No Excuses: Own problems, even if they aren’t yours, and find solutions.
• Details Matter: Think critically, use top‑notch software, stay organized, and create the best possible plans.
• Always Do the Right Thing: Choose the tough, right decision over the easy, wrong one.
• Amazing Customer Service: Keep promises and deliver exceptional service.
• Have Fun: Maintain a positive attitude to make work and life better.