Superintendent

JTS Build & Design

Superintendent

Location: Chatham, NJ

Lead the Jobsite. Protect the Standard.

JTS Build & Design is a Northern New Jersey residential builder known for elegant homes, warm natural materials, and a modern design approach tailored to families. The company is growing and looking for field leaders who care about craftsmanship, safety, and doing things right. 

JTS Build & Design is looking for a Superintendent to take ownership of daily field execution across active residential jobsites. This person will be the on-site leader responsible for quality control, safety enforcement, subcontractor coordination, material awareness, and keeping each project on track. The ideal candidate is firm but professional, detail-oriented, hands-on, and able to solve problems in real time. This role is especially well-suited for someone who knows how to lead from the front and can step in personally when something urgent needs to be fixed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise day-to-day field operations on residential projects
• Coordinate with contractors to keep work progressing according to schedule and quality standards
• Enforce safety standards, including fall protection and jobsite rules
• Inspect work in progress to catch issues early
• Ensure jobsites stay clean, organized, and ready for each trade
• Track tools, leftover materials, and supply usage to reduce waste
• Verify what materials are on hand before making purchases
• Attend inspections and remain on site/involved until the final seal is obtained 
• Experience handling permitting processes and coordinating required documentation/approvals 
• Communicate daily job site updates, photos, and reports to leadership and relevant stakeholders
• Anticipate weather and site conditions and protect work accordingly
• Prevent unauthorized site access and maintain site security
• Support punch-list completion and final quality readiness
• Jump in hands-on when critical field tasks require immediate action

Qualifications:

• Superintendent, foreman, or lead field management experience in residential construction
• Solid understanding of new construction processes
• Ability to read the jobsite, anticipate next steps, and prevent problems
• Strong leadership and accountability with subcontractors and crews
• Comfortable being hands-on when needed
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Authorized to work legally in the U.S.
• Spanish language skills are a plus for communicating with crews
• Strong work ethic, professionalism, and good judgment
• Ability to work a full-time schedule (Monday-Friday, with occasional Saturdays) 

Pay and Benefits:

• Full-Time, W-2 employment
• Estimated pay range: $90,000 to $110,000 per year, depending on experience
• Potential bonus tied to project performance and quality
• Workers' compensation coverage
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding residential builder

Why JTS Build & Design:

At JTS Build & Design, the work is personal. The company is built around thoughtful homes, close client relationships, and a high standard for how projects are run in the field. This is a strong fit for someone who wants more ownership, more trust, and more influence over the finished product. You will be joining a growing company where leadership is visible, quality matters, and the right person can help shape the next stage of growth.

JTS Build & Design is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristic under applicable law.