Job Details

About the Company

Our client is one of the premier general contractors in the Southeast , with a long-standing reputation for delivering multifamily communities. The firm specializes in the development and construction of luxury apartment projects and is widely recognized for operational excellence, strong leadership, and consistent project execution.

With 20,000+ multifamily units currently under construction or in the pipeline , this organization continues to set the standard for large-scale, ground-up multifamily development and construction.

About the Position

The Senior Superintendent will serve as the lead field executive for a major ground-up multifamily project in Charleston, SC , with responsibility from site through final close-out . This role requires a highly experienced superintendent who can manage schedules, subcontractors, safety, and quality on large wood-frame multifamily developments.

The initial assignment is a 300+ unit, garden-style multifamily community
featuring wood-frame construction and surface parking , with additional projects in the Charleston market already in the pipeline. Preference is given to candidates who currently live within a commutable distance to Charleston .

Key responsibilities include:

Leading all on-site construction activities from preconstruction through project close-out

Managing schedules, subcontractors, inspections, and daily field operations

Enforcing safety standards and maintaining a strong jobsite safety culture

Ensuring quality control and adherence to plans, specifications, and company standards

Coordinating with project management, ownership, and inspection teams

Driving productivity, schedule adherence, and successful project delivery

Requirements

Extensive experience as a Lead or Senior Superintendent on ground-up multifamily apartment projects

Proven success managing projects in the $30M–$50M
range

Strong background in wood-frame, garden-style multifamily construction

Ability to lead large subcontractor teams and field staff

Strong knowledge of scheduling, inspections, safety compliance, and quality control

Experience working on projects in or around Charleston, SC , preferred

Stable employment history and demonstrated ability to deliver projects from start to finish

Benefits

Base salary range:
$135,000 – $175,000 (commensurate with experience)

Annual bonus opportunity

Full benefits package , including health, dental, vision, and retirement options

Long-term project pipeline in the Charleston market with a nationally respected builder