Construction Superintendent

About the Company

Norfolk Design & Construction is a leading real estate development firm committed to enhancing project efficiency and fostering community development in the greater Boston area. As a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Veteran Business Enterprise (VBE), we specialize in affordable housing, mixed-use developments, and commercial renovations.

Our projects emphasize high-performance building standards, sustainability, and energy efficiency — including Passive House and PHIUS-certified construction — along with inclusive hiring practices that drive economic growth and long-term community impact.

This role requires strong leadership skills, deep knowledge of construction processes, and experience with energy-efficient, high-performance, or Passive House (PHIUS) construction standards.

• Supervise daily construction site operations, ensuring adherence to project schedules and milestones.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors to coordinate work activities and resolve issues.
• Review blueprints and construction documents to ensure accurate implementation of design intent, including high-performance envelope and air-sealing details.
• Oversee implementation of Passive House / PHIUS standards, including air barrier continuity, thermal bridge mitigation, insulation detailing, and window/door installation best practices.
• Coordinate blower door testing, envelope inspections, and other quality control measures required for high-performance building certification.
• Ensure strict compliance with OSHA regulations and safety standards.
• Utilize software tools such as Procore, MS Project, and Prolog for project management and documentation.
• Conduct regular quality inspections to ensure workmanship meets project specifications and sustainability goals.
• Manage vendor and subcontractor contracts, ensuring scope compliance and performance standards are achieved.
  
  Provide training and mentorship to junior staff on construction practices, safety protocols, and high-performance building standards.
• Prepare regular reports on project progress, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 7–10 years of construction management experience, with at least 5 years in a superintendent role.
• Proven experience in residential and commercial construction, particularly in urban settings.
• Experience with Passive House, PHIUS, or other high-performance building standards strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of building science principles, including air sealing, thermal continuity, moisture management, and energy modeling coordination.
• Experience coordinating envelope testing (e.g., blower door testing) and working with HERS raters or PHIUS verifiers is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, materials, and legal building regulations.
• Proficiency in blueprint reading and technical drawing interpretation.
• Experience using construction management software such as Procore or Prolog is highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills for engaging clients, contractors, consultants, and internal teams.

• Strong leadership skills
• Deep knowledge of construction processes
• Experience with energy-efficient, high-performance, or Passive House (PHIUS) construction standards

• Experience with Passive House, PHIUS, or other high-performance building standards
• Experience coordinating envelope testing (e.g., blower door testing)
• Experience using construction management software such as Procore or Prolog

$90,000 - $100,000

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• Be part of a company that values diversity, sustainability, and community impact.
• Work on meaningful, high-performance projects that contribute to the growth and development of the greater Boston region.
• Collaborate with a talented and mission-driven team committed to excellence and innovation.