Construction Superintendent

About Eastern Landscape Contractors:

Eastern Landscape Contractors, Inc. is a union-signatory, WBE-certified public works contractor specializing in large-scale landscaping and site development. Since 2019, we’ve partnered with government agencies and municipalities across the tri-state area to deliver complex infrastructure, environmental, and community-based improvement projects. Our work reflects a commitment to quality, efficiency, and public sector excellence.

About the Role

Eastern Landscape Contractors, Inc. is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations for high-profile public sector landscape construction projects across New Jersey and the New York metro area. This is a key leadership position for a motivated professional who understands how to manage crews, coordinate logistics, and deliver results on large-scale planting and sitework projects.

We specialize in municipal and agency work—parks, green infrastructure, and public right-of-way improvements—and we’re looking for someone who can confidently oversee all aspects of landscape construction in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead field crews on public landscape construction projects
• Interpret and work from civil and landscape plans, specifications, and contracts
• Coordinate daily schedules and manage short-term lookaheads
• Procure materials and manage vendor buy-outs
• Track labor, materials, and job costs daily to maintain profit goals
• Prepare and submit monthly payment requisitions and assist with collections
• Manage change orders and support project closeout processes
• Finalize quantities and maintain supporting documentation
• Ensure compliance with OSHA/SST and all safety standards

Maintain clear and professional communication with clients, vendors, and agency reps

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience as a superintendent in landscape or site construction
• Experience managing public projects in New Jersey and New York (including NYC, Orange, Rockland, and Putnam Counties)
• Proficient in interpreting drawings, specs, and contract documents
• Familiarity with submittals, agency documentation, and project closeouts
• Strong understanding of job costing and project scheduling
• OSHA 40/SST certified
• Software proficiency in Bluebeam Revu, AutoCAD, Salesforce, and Office 365
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Bachelor’s degree required

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Benefits include:
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• opportunity for long-term growth within a reputable works contractor

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Full-Time, Field-Based