Position Type: Full time
State: NJ
City: Roseland
Zip Code: 07068

Overview

AvalonBay Communities, Inc., an equity REIT, has a long-term track record of developing, redeveloping, acquiring and managing distinctive apartment homes in some of the best U.S. markets, and delivering outsized, risk-adjusted returns to shareholders. With equal parts experience and vision, we’ve established a leadership position rooted in our purpose of creating a better way to live and that is always focused on building value for the long term.

Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds AvalonBay associates. We take that purpose seriously and expect you will as well. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and taking ownership of our choices and actions, we act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors and associates. Your positive, professional, and consistent personal interactions make AvalonBay a great place to work.

The Role

The Superintendent II plays a vital role in supporting senior field leadership in the successful execution of multi-family residential and mixed-use construction projects. This position is responsible for overseeing multiple scopes/trades within projects, with a strong focus on schedule, quality, and safety. The Superintendent II works collaboratively with project leadership to ensure field operations are aligned with project objectives, code compliance, and company standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify root causes of jobsite hazards, delays, and quality concerns; develop and implement solutions to mitigate risks

• Monitor and manage subcontractors as designated by senior field leadership, ensuring productivity, performance, and adherence to schedule

• Partner regularly with Project, Senior, or General Superintendents and Project Managers to review, revise, and update the construction schedule

• Ensure quality control across all trades (including but not limited to framing, roofing, and finishes)

• Attend daily and weekly project meetings to ensure alignment and issue resolution

• Generate, distribute, and track Requests for Information (RFIs)

• Assist in daily inspections and coordination with sub-code officials

• Maintain and document all onsite activities including subcontractor sign-ins and ProCore daily logs

• Provide direct oversight to ensure work is performed safely, on time, within scope, and to established quality standards

• Enforce site safety practices and ensure compliance with OSHA, municipal, state, and federal regulations, as well as company-specific health and safety plans

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required

• Vocational or technical school coursework in construction preferred

Certifications/Licensures:

• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance (as applicable)

• Construction Supervisor License preferred

• OSHA 30-Hour Certification required

• Additional certifications as required by local/state regulations

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in residential construction, with working knowledge across all construction phases and trades

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Proficiency in ProCore, Bluebeam, Unifier (I-BEAM), and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)

• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to manage teams and schedules under pressure

• Capable of prioritizing and managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

• Knowledge of building codes, documentation packages, and jurisdictional compliance

• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking capabilities

Physical Demands:

• Ability to frequently stand, walk, climb, kneel, stoop, crawl, and crouch

• Ability to occasionally lift/push/pull up to 75 lbs

• Must be able to climb stairs/ladders and access rooftops, balconies, and high locations

• Visual and auditory ability to detect and respond to emergency situations

• Must be able to operate standard office equipment and tools as needed

• Manual dexterity to handle materials, tools, and digital devices

Working Environment:

• Requires occasional evening or weekend work depending on project needs

• Exposure to active construction environments, including noise, dust, and varying temperatures

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety training will be provided in compliance with regulations

How AvalonBay Supports You

Additional Info

AvalonBay is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  We believe that in order to achieve our purpose of creating a better way to live, we must recruit, develop and retain associates with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and create an environment that encourages all voices to be heard, understood and appreciated. With this we know we can do great things.

AvalonBay makes employment decisions without regard to a person’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including characteristics or testing), citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by the law.

For California residents, if you elect to apply to AvalonBay you accept the AvalonBay California Personnel Privacy Notice (https://www.avaloncommunities.com/california-personnel-privacy-notice/)

Job ID JR104460