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# Commercial Construction Superintendent at Schimenti Construction Company

- **Company:** Schimenti Construction Company
- **Location:** New York New York, United States
- **Posted:** 2026-04-29
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-10
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/schimenticonstructioncompany/jobs/5985028004

## Job description

At Schimenti Construction Company, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As Employee-Owners, we’ve built a team of dedicated, hard-working professionals who take pride in their work and in supporting one another. Whether it’s a flagship store or a complex commercial build, we’re focused on delivering exceptional results and best-in-class service for our clients. We’re proud to work with some of the world’s most prestigious brands, and in 2025, we were honored to be named East Coast Contractor of the Year by ENR. None of it happens without the team. That’s why we Build Different.

We are seeking a Commercial Construction Superintendent for our New York City area projects. Superintendents provide leadership and supervision to a team of construction professionals and subcontractors at our retail and commercial construction job sites.

Responsibilities:

- Manage day-to-day field operations of construction projects and provide oversight and coordination of work between trades
- Requires a proven record of managing complex projects with multiple subcontractors and trades
- Strong construction knowledge and ability to read and understand architectural and structural drawings. Dimension/layout verification
- Must maintain strong professional collaboration with Project Managers, Architects, Clients and/or Client Representatives
- Management of schedule, including weekly preparation of 3-week look ahead
- Verification of compliance with submittals and all daily logs
- Must ensure there is a daily focus on job site safety and maintain job site security and perimeter access
- Manage close-out process and warranty responses in partnership with project manager.
- Coordinate site testing and inspection efforts
- Monitor costs, including labor time and material
- Attend and participate in weekly meetings, including project and subcontractor meetings

Educational and Professional Qualifications:

- Must have a minimum of 7 years of experience as a Lead Construction Superintendent
- Must have prior experience on short duration retail construction projects.  Restaurants, hospitality and entertainment venue experience will also be considered
- OSHA 30 required
- Must demonstrate proficiency in reading commercial construction plans and specifications
- Knowledge of local subcontractor base and strong experience managing multiple subcontractors on various projects
- High school diploma required; junior college or construction education preferred
- Ability to work with tools to perform various phases of construction work is preferred

Software Systems:

- Microsoft Office experience required
- Procore experience highly preferred
- Timberline/Sage experience preferred
- Basic working knowledge of Zoom or MS Teams

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles that will be performed. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Schimenti’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $120,000 - $180,000 salary per year. In addition, Schimenti provides a variety of comprehensive benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, enrollment in our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), a retirement savings plan, several paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

## About Schimenti Construction Company

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Schimenti Construction Company is a leading employee-owned general contractor specializing in retail, hospitality, commercial, and industrial construction with a nationwide footprint.
- **Entity Type**: Private (100% Employee-Owned via ESOP since 2022)
- **Headquarters**: New York, New York, USA (with additional office in Rye Brook, New York)
- **Founded**: 1997
- **Founders**: Matthew Schimenti (President)

## Core Business
- Primary industry/industries: General contracting, construction management, retail/restaurant construction, hospitality, corporate commercial, and industrial construction.
- Target customers: B2B – Fortune 500 companies, major retail brands, hospitality operators, and commercial developers.
- Mission or purpose statement: “It’s More than Construction” – focused on delivering exceptional results through a relationship-driven, employee-owned model.

## Products & Services
- **General Contracting & Construction Management**: Full-service ground-up new construction, renovations, remodels, and program rollouts for retail, hospitality, corporate, and industrial clients.
- **Pre-Construction & Consulting**: Scoping, budgeting, scheduling, and sustainability planning, including LEED-accredited projects and zero-waste strategies.
- **Self-Perform Trades**: Field teams with over 50 trade labor staff working alongside subcontractors.
- **Program Management**: Nationwide rollouts (active in 15+ states) with consistent quality and schedule control.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (private, employee-owned)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue – $400M+ (as of 2025)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Strategic environmental consulting partners Crescent and Eunomia; member of ACE Mentor Program, AGC Culture of Care pledge, ConstructReach program.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - 15% average annual revenue growth over the last five years
  - 90%+ client retention rate (more than 9 out of 10 clients retain for new projects)
  - Ranked #1 Retail Contractor by ENR East in 2025
  - Named to BD+C’s Top 90 Retail Giants in 2025
  - Crain’s New York Best Places to Work (2025, five years in a row)
  - Industry-leading Experience Modification Rate (EMR) of 0.72 (top 10% of general contractors)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Employee Ownership**: 100% ESOP since 2022 aligns employee-owners with project success, driving accountability and long-term thinking.
- **Proprietary Construction Process**: Field-tested project management program and a sound business model deliver consistent on-time, on-budget results.
- **Deep Client Relationships**: More than 90% of clients would recommend Schimenti; 90% repeat business demonstrates trust and reliability.
- **Safety & Sustainability**: Platinum National Safety Award (ABC, 2025); comprehensive environmental programs including LEED and zero-waste management.
- **Diverse & Inclusive Workforce**: 20% female workforce (10% above industry average); active diversity recruiting via ConstructReach and MWBE supplier development.

## Strategic Focus
- **Sustainability**: Expanding environmental consulting partnerships and zero-waste initiatives to help clients meet ESG goals.
- **Talent Development**: Robust Learning & Development team, rotational internship program, and career growth paths (hire to the company, not to a project).
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: Increasing diverse subcontractor spend, signing the AGC Culture of Care pledge, and building a pipeline of minority talent through ConstructReach.
- **Nationwide Expansion**: Continuing to serve clients across 15+ states, with capacity to go wherever clients need.

## Why Work Here
- **Employee-Owned Culture**: All employees are owners, fostering a sense of shared responsibility and long-term investment in outcomes.
- **Award-Winning Workplace**: Recognized by Crain’s Best Places to Work five years in a row; 98% of employees are proud to be on the team; 95% plan to stay long-term.
- **Comprehensive Benefits**: Benefits start on day one – multiple medical plan options, free dental, vision, company-paid life insurance and LTD, 401k matching, ESOP, paid time off, weekly payroll, and more.
- **Career Development**: “You are in the driver’s seat” – internal L&D resources, stable project assignments, and accelerated growth opportunities with fewer handoffs.
- **Safety First**: 100% of employees agree safety is the highest priority; EMR of 0.72 (top 10% nationally).
- **Work Environment**: Office-based roles in New York City or Rye Brook; field roles require travel. Hybrid/remote policy not explicitly stated, but construction roles are typically on-site. The company emphasizes a close-knit, collaborative team environment.
- **Notable Perks**: Weekly payroll, free dental, commuter benefits, pet insurance, legal support, and employee appreciation events.

## Sources
1. [Schimenti Construction Company – Home](https://schimenti.com/)
2. [Schimenti Construction Company – About](https://schimenti.com/about/)
3. [Schimenti Construction Company – Careers](https://schimenti.com/careers/)
4. [Schimenti Construction Company – Jobs on Greenhouse](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/schimenticonstructioncompany)
5. [Schimenti Construction Company – LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/schimenti-construction-company)

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