Project Foreman (High End Residential Construction)

About the role

A well-established New York City general contractor is seeking an experienced Project Foreman to oversee high-end residential renovations and ground-up construction projects throughout Manhattan and the surrounding boroughs. This position is ideal for a hands-on field leader with experience delivering luxury residences where craftsmanship, attention to detail, and professionalism are critical. Projects may include luxury apartments, townhouses, penthouses, and private residences featuring custom millwork, premium finishes, and complex architectural details.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field operations on high-end residential construction projects
• Coordinate subcontractors, skilled trades, vendors, deliveries, and jobsite logistics
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, schedules, and finish details
• Maintain exceptional standards for craftsmanship, cleanliness, and site presentation
• Closely monitor custom millwork, cabinetry, stone, tile, flooring, painting, and other finish work
• Identify field conflicts and coordinate solutions with project managers, architects, designers, and trades
• Track daily progress and ensure work remains aligned with the project schedule
• Conduct quality-control walkthroughs and maintain detailed punch lists
• Communicate professionally with clients, building management, architects, and design teams
• Coordinate inspections, building access, elevator use, material deliveries, and occupied-building requirements
• Enforce company safety procedures and applicable NYC regulations
• Maintain daily reports, progress photographs, and jobsite documentation
• Protect completed finishes throughout the construction process

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of construction experience, including experience as a Foreman, Assistant Superintendent, or Superintendent
• Proven experience with luxury residential renovations or ground-up residential construction in New York City
• Strong knowledge of custom millwork, architectural finishes, stone, tile, cabinetry, flooring, and detailed interior work
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and shop drawings
• Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors in active or occupied residential buildings
• Familiarity with NYC construction requirements, inspections, and building rules
• Current OSHA 30 certification and required NYC Site Safety Training credentials
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality finished work
• Professional communication and client-facing skills
• Ability to anticipate problems, make sound field decisions, and keep projects moving
• Comfortable using email, smartphones, and construction reporting tools

Pay

$90,000 – $120,000 per year