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Assistant Superintendent - Back End Superintendent - Multifamily Finish Phase

Essel · Irvine · United States

ContractOffice Manager / Assistant

Posted: 7/9/2026 · Last checked: 10/20/2026

Job description

Quoted in full from Essel's job posting. Gavroche does not edit it.

We are hiring an Assistant Superintendent / Superintendent with recent multifamily construction experience to support the back-end and finishing phases of a large residential project. This role will work closely with the Superintendent and Project Management team to coordinate finish trades, monitor schedules, drive punch list completion, and help bring the project through final turnover.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience managing subcontractors, tracking quality control items, coordinating inspections, and keeping interior finish work on schedule.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and oversee back-end construction activities through project completion.
  • Work closely with the Superintendent and Project Management team to monitor and execute project schedules.
  • Identify sequencing conflicts and help keep work progressing in the proper order.
  • Coordinate finish trades including drywall, paint, flooring, millwork, cabinets, and final inspections.
  • Hold subcontractors accountable for production, quality, and schedule commitments.
  • Conduct daily site walks to monitor progress and identify deficiencies.
  • Track quality control items and ensure punch list completion.
  • Coordinate inspections and verify work complies with project specifications.
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized jobsite.
  • Communicate with subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, and project stakeholders.
  • Assist with project turnover and closeout documentation.

Requirements

Must-Have Qualifications

  • 4–8 years of Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent experience in commercial or residential construction.
  • Recent multifamily construction experience is required.
  • Experience managing projects through back-end, finish, punch list, and closeout phases.
  • Strong understanding of construction schedules and sequencing.
  • Ability to read and follow project schedules; schedule creation is not required.
  • Understanding of 5-level construction sequencing preferred.
  • Proven experience coordinating multiple subcontractors.
  • Experience overseeing finish trades through final turnover.
  • Strong quality control experience, including identifying, tracking, and resolving deficiencies.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to maintain accountability and keep subcontractors on schedule.

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