Sr Superintendent

ABOUT GREYSTAR

Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate platform offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in institutional-quality rental housing. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Greystar manages and operates over $300 billion of real estate in more than 250 markets globally with offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and the Asia-Pacific region. Greystar is the largest operator of apartments in the United States, managing over 1,000,000 units/beds globally.

Across its platforms, Greystar has nearly $79 billion of assets under management, including over $35 billion of development assets and over $30 billion of regulatory assets under management. Greystar was founded by Bob Faith in 1993 to become a provider of world-class service in the rental residential real estate business. To learn more, visit

We are seeking a Multifamily Construction Sr. Superintendent with extensive experience in deep foundation and shoring for a high-density residential development in Seattle’s University District. This project involves subterranean excavation, complex shoring systems, and tight site logistics, requiring a leader with the technical know-how and composure to manage field execution in one of Seattle’s most active and regulated neighborhoods. This role is ideal for a superintendent who thrives in early-phase construction, understands the permitting intricacies of the U District, and can effectively manage crews to deliver foundation, waterproofing, and vertical structure on time and within budget.

• Lead all jobsite activity from mobilization through podium, with focus on:
  Excavation support (soldier piles, lagging, tiebacks), Mat slab or pile cap systems, Waterproofing and dewatering systems, Podium structure transition and MEP coordination.
• Execute daily field operations with attention to tight right-of-way, pedestrian safety, and heavy equipment coordination within a constrained urban footprint.
• Coordinate with geotechnical consultants and shoring engineers to implement pre-approved excavation support plans.
• Manage utility coordination and shoring adjacent to existing structures, including potential UW properties and rights-of-way.
• Serve as field liaison with Seattle Department of Construction & Inspections (SDCI) and the University of Washington
• Planning/Facilities when applicable.
• Drive site safety compliance, particularly in areas such as excavation, fall protection, and trenching.
• Enforce QA/QC standards across all structural elements, including formwork, shotcrete, waterproofing membranes, and envelope interfaces.
• Track critical path activities for early-stage trades and monitor pre-pour checklists and concrete placement logistics.

• 8–12 years of field leadership in multifamily or mixed-use construction (ground-up projects preferred), including at least 5 years in the Seattle metro.
• Direct experience managing deep excavation and shoring systems in the U District or similar Seattle neighborhoods (Capitol Hill, Roosevelt, Northgate, etc.).
• Proven track record with projects involving tight site access, adjacent structure protection, and utility coordination with SPU/SCL.
• Expert in reading and implementing structural shoring plans, tieback layouts, waterproofing submittals, and dewatering systems.
• Familiarity with: SDCI preconstruction and inspection protocols, ROW Management Plans (TMP/SDOT), Temporary tieback easements, and vibration monitoring.
• OSHA 30 certified and CPR/First Aid trained.
• Proficient in Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, and field productivity tracking systems.

• Experience delivering podium projects near university campuses, with heightened attention to noise, pedestrian safety, and logistics.
• Strong relationships with local trade partners and specialty contractors.
• Engineering or Construction Management degree preferred.
• LEED experience or sustainable building knowledge a plus.

• Competitive salary + milestone performance bonus
• Full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(…