{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Superintendent - Passive House","description":"

Our client is a vertically integrated developer-builder with a track record of more than 4,000 units delivered across the New York City market, combining in-house development with hands-on general contracting on complex, high-performance ground-up projects and occupied rehabiliations programs.

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They’re looking for a Superintendent to lead the field on a ground-up state of the art passive house residential development, overseeing full-scope construction through to close-out with a close focus on meeting certified passive house performance standards throughout.

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Responsibilities

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Oversee all day-to-day field operations, interior fit-out while holding passive house performance targets at every phase
Manage and coordinate all trade subcontractors on site, with particular attention to building envelope, air barrier, and mechanical trades critical to passive house certification
Maintain and actively manage the master project schedule, flagging delays early and adjusting manpower and logistics to recover lost time
Lead daily and weekly subcontractor coordination meetings, including dedicated envelope and air-sealing reviews ahead of blower door testing and other passive house milestones
Coordinate directly with the NYC DOB on inspections, sign-offs, and code compliance throughout the project lifecycle
Lead site safety efforts, including toolbox talks and walk-throughs, ensuring full compliance with DOB and OSHA regulations
Review architectural, structural, and MEP drawings — including passive house envelope and air barrier details — to confirm work in place matches design intent and certification requirements
Maintain accurate daily reports, manpower logs, and site documentation, including passive house-specific QA/QC tracking

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Experience

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Active NYC DOB Superintendent license required
OSHA-30 certification and SST card required
Prior hands-on experience as Superintendent on a certified passive house project (PHIUS or Passive House Institute) required
7+ years of experience as a Superintendent on ground-up multifamily construction in NYC
Strong understanding of passive house principles, including airtightness, thermal bridging, continuous insulation, and mechanical ventilation (ERV/HRV) systems
Strong working knowledge of NYC DOB codes, permitting, and inspection requirements
Confident reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications, including passive house envelope detailing
Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to keep a large site organized and on schedule
Familiarity with Procore or similar project management software preferred

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