Job Overview: Construction Superintendent (NYC Interiors)

Henderson Scott US is representing an established General Contractor/Construction Manager in the urgent search for a Construction Superintendent specializing in Commercial Interiors. This firm has a high-profile track record of delivering corporate, retail, academic, and healthcare interior projects across New York City.

This is a high-impact leadership role for a superintendent who thrives in the fast-paced NYC market and is capable of managing complex, high-end interior build-outs from the initial “boots on the ground” phase through final punch-list and completion.

Key Responsibilities & Site Leadership

Project Execution & Management

End-to-End Oversight: Take full ownership of the job site from inception to completion, ensuring the project aligns with design intent and local NYC building codes.
Subcontractor Coordination: Lead regular meetings with subcontractors to manage schedules, track deliveries, and address site-specific changes or challenges.
Design & Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify design deficiencies or potential schedule delays, working with the design team to obtain necessary clarifications (RFIs).

Compliance & Documentation

Safety Enforcement: Maintain a zero-compromise safety culture, ensuring all site activities meet or exceed OSHA standards and NYC safety regulations.
Meticulous Records: Manage and maintain critical project documentation, including change order logs, RFI logs, and submittal sets.
Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary site liaison for owners, project managers, and designers to ensure project transparency and compliance.

Qualifications & Requirements

Professional Experience

Tenure: A minimum of 4 years of construction experience, specifically within commercial interiors (corporate, retail, academic, or healthcare).
Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of NYC building codes, construction procedures, estimating, budgeting, and scheduling.
Site Mobility: Must be able to commute daily to various job sites throughout the five boroughs of New York City.

Core Competencies

Leadership: Proven ability to manage diverse trades and enforce accountability on a busy job site.
Communication: Exceptional verbal and written skills for reporting to executive leadership and coordinating with clients.
Problem Solving: A sharp eye for identifying “on-the-fly” issues before they impact the project budget or timeline.

Compensation & Executive Benefits

Base Salary: $120,000 – $170,000 (commensurate with experience).
Performance Incentives: A structured bonus program tied to project success and milestones.
Retirement: 401k plan options.
Professional Tools: Cell phone allowance and the necessary support to manage site operations effectively.

Why Join This Firm?

This General Contractor is experiencing a “growing pipeline,” meaning you will be joining a team with long-term stability and high-visibility projects. For a Superintendent, this offers:

High-End Portfolio: Work on prestigious NYC interiors that define the city’s corporate and retail landscape.
Urgency & Growth: The firm is urgently hiring, with interviews happening immediately, indicating a fast-moving environment that values “exceptional construction talent.”
Career Stability: Join an established player in the NYC market with a solid reputation for quality and safety.

Application Information

Interested candidates should apply through Henderson Scott US. Given the urgency of this role, your application should specifically highlight your experience with NYC-specific interior build-outs and your history of managing RFI and change order logs.

The Company & Culture
Henderson Scott is a premier recruitment and executive search firm that has built a 25-year reputation on the principle of “Raising the Bar.” As a subsidiary of the Search Recruitment Group, the firm’s culture is high-performance, proactive, and relationship-driven. Unlike high-volume “resume mills,” Henderson Scott emphasizes long-term partnerships, treating candidates as individuals rather than numbers. The workplace is described by employees as supportive and upbeat, where hard work is rewarded through transparent commission structures and “Highflyers” reward trips. The firm balances a demanding, fast-paced New York energy with a commitment to professional development, often promoting from within and investing in “award-winning” training for its consultants.

The Location
Based in Manhattan, Henderson Scott US operates its headquarters at 368 9th Avenue (with additional executive offices at 575 Lexington Avenue). Being situated in the heart of NYC allows the firm to remain deeply embedded in the world’s most competitive professional markets. The New York team acts as the central hub for the firm’s North American operations, specializing in mid-to-executive level placements. Working here involves navigating a high-stakes environment where “speed and structure” are essential to winning top talent for elite clients across the United States.

To apply for this job please visit www.hendersonscott.com.