High-End Residential Superintendent

About the Role

Dowbuilt superintendents are positive, humble, solution-oriented individuals who are passionate about great design and unique building challenges. This position offers an opportunity to lead teams dedicated to the highest levels of quality and craftsmanship on one-of-a-kind, high-end residential projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensure work is performed safely, in accordance with plans and specifications, and in compliance with local building codes
• Daily constructability problem-solving
• Onsite quality control throughout project lifecycle
• Partner with the project manager to develop and manage the project schedule in MS Project; contribute to estimate creation in preconstruction phase
• Maintain plans, specifications, as-builts, and other necessary documentation
• Manage subcontractors and all related elements (scheduling, evaluating work performed, safety compliance, submittal review, shop drawings, RFIs)
• Manage entire field crew and maximize supplier relationships, keeping communication open and professional
• Conduct daily walk-throughs and maintain a job log of all required information (personnel, owner visits, inspectors, architects, hazard identification and abatement, weather, near misses)
• Professionally represent Dowbuilt with clients, architects, owner’s reps, project managers, subcontractors, management, field staff, and neighbors/HOA representatives
• Coordinate material deliveries, handling, storage, and placement (with foreman support)
• Train and direct field crew and conduct performance evaluations
• Maintain job site security (ensure safety of all people, tools, and materials)

Requirements

• 15 years of superintendent experience, with 5 years in high-end, custom residential
• Experience working through design details and constructability challenges directly with architects and designers to achieve design intent
• Degree in Construction Management or related field OR equivalent professional experience
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications
• Journeyman-level carpentry skills
• Excellent communication, team-building, and mentoring skills
• Deep technical building knowledge and experience with both traditional and new materials and methods
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project
• Proficiency in Procore (preferred)
• Experience with Sage 300 CRE (a plus, but not required)
• U.S. work authorization

Benefits

• 100% paid medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and $50k in basic life insurance for full-time employees (effective 1st of the month following date of hire)
• 35% medical and 30% dental + vision coverage for eligible dependents
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with 3% employer safe harbor contribution
• 8 paid holidays each year (no waiting period)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO) – 2.31 hours per week to start (120 hours annually), increasing each January with years of service up to a maximum of 192 hours/24 days annually
• Mentorship and career development opportunities
• Annual discretionary bonus

About Dowbuilt

Dowbuilt is a construction company founded in 1980, specializing in cutting-edge, innovative, and high-end residential projects. Our builds are regularly featured in publications such as Architectural Digest and Architectural Record. The Dowbuilt culture emphasizes care—for our employees, clients, and the talented craftspeople we partner with—resulting in exceptional design and execution.

Career Development

We’re committed to investing in our team members’ ongoing professional development. As a leader with Dowbuilt, you’ll play a key role in ensuring your team has equal opportunity to grow, set goals, and receive mentorship. Career development at Dowbuilt requires open, two-way communication between employees and managers, including expectation setting, support, and regular check-ins.