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Sr Superintendent

Greystar
Posted 2 months ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Seattle, WA 98164, US

Salary

$30,000 - $36,000 per year

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Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance

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  • Greystar is seeking a Multifamily Construction Sr. Superintendent with 8-12 years of field leadership experience in multifamily or mixed-use construction, including at least 5 years in the Seattle metro area.
  • The role focuses on managing deep foundation and shoring for a high-density residential development in Seattle’s University District, requiring expertise in excavation support and tight site logistics.
  • Candidates should have direct experience with deep excavation and shoring systems, as well as familiarity with local construction protocols and safety compliance standards.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $154,000 to $192,000, along with a milestone performance bonus and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Preferred qualifications include experience with podium projects near university campuses and a degree in Engineering or Construction Management.

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 www.greystar.com.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

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.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Essential Responsibilities:

  • 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.

Required Experience:

  • 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 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.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary + milestone performance bonus
  • Full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • A collaborative and technically sophisticated team
  • Working for 2nd largest multifamily builder in the nation
  • Working for largest multifamily developer in the nation

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The salary range for this position is $154,000- $192,000.

Additional Compensation:

Many factors go into determining employee pay within the posted range including business requirements, prior experience, current skills and geographical location.

  • Corporate Positions: In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible to participate in a quarterly or annual bonus program based on individual and company performance.

  • Onsite Property Positions: In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible to participate in weekly, monthly, and/or quarterly bonus programs.

Robust Benefits Offered*:

  • Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability & Life insurance benefits. Low (free basic) employee Medical costs for employee-only coverage; costs discounted after 3 and 5 years of service.

  • Generous Paid Time off. All new hires start with 15 days of vacation, 4 personal days, 10 sick days, and 11 paid holidays. Plus your birthday off after 1 year of service! Additional vacation accrued with tenure.

  • For onsite team members, onsite housing discount at Greystar-managed communities are available subject to discount and unit availability.

  • 6-Week Paid Sabbatical after 10 years of service (and every 5 years thereafter).

  • 401(k) with Company Match up to 6% of pay after 6 months of service.

  • Paid Parental Leave and lifetime Fertility Benefit reimbursement up to $10,000 (includes adoption or surrogacy).

  • Employee Assistance Program.

  • Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Legal Plans.

  • Charitable giving program and benefits.

*Benefits offered for full-time employees. For Union and Prevailing Wage roles, compensation and benefits may vary from the listed information above due to Collective Bargaining Agreements and/or local governing authority.

Greystar will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Important Notice: Greystar will never request your banking details or other sensitive personal information during the interview process. Greystar does not conduct any interviews via text or messaging, and all communication will come from official Greystar email addresses (@greystar.com). If you receive suspicious requests, please report them immediately to AskHR@greystar.com.




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