Sr. Superintendent - Historic Renovation - Washington DC

Washington, District of Columbia Permanent USD100,000 - USD140,000 per year View Job Description
This role oversees historic exterior restoration projects alongside fast-paced commercial interior and restaurant builds across the DC metro area. You'll manage multiple projects in varying phases, balancing preservation craftsmanship with modern interior execution.
  • Lead landmark restoration projects with high-end interior buildouts!
  • Competitive base salary + allowances + bonus potential up to 20%

About Our Client

Our client is a well-capitalized, privately held contractor is known for delivering complex, design-forward projects in historic and urban environments. With direct access to leadership and long-term financial stability, they offer a collaborative, family-oriented culture and exposure to unique, high-end work. Their project scope consists of Distressed /abandoned brick properties that are being revitalized. They also working on commercial interiors and restaurants

Job Description

The Sr. Superintendent - Historic Renovation - Washington, DC will be responsible for

  • Lead on-site construction activities for historic restoration and interior renovation projects throughout the DC.
  • Oversee restoration of distressed and abandoned brick structures being revitalized for new use
  • Manage exterior preservation scopes including masonry, historic roofing, waterproofing, façade restoration, and structural stabilization
  • Coordinate specialty trades such as stone masons, preservation carpenters, plasterers, and metal fabricators
  • Execute interior projects including restaurants, hospitality spaces, amenity areas, lobbies, and commercial kitchens
  • Interpret historic documentation, archival drawings, surveys, and condition assessments in collaboration with architects and conservators
  • Manage selective demolition, shoring, stabilization, and temporary weather protection unique to historic structures
  • Administer quality control processes including mock-ups, test panels, and preservation-specific inspections
  • Maintain schedules and budgets within complex regulatory and agency-review environments
  • Supervise multiple projects simultaneously (typically 2-3), each ranging from $5M-$10M and 6-9 months in duration
  • Ensure safety, protection of historic fabric, and public access on occupied or sensitive sites



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Sr. Superintendent - Historic Renovation - Washington DC should have:

  • 7-10+ years as a Construction Superintendent
  • 3-5+ years specifically focused on historic preservation, restoration, or rehabilitation projects
  • Strong background with masonry, historic roofing, façade restoration, windows/doors, ornamental plaster, woodwork, and architectural metals
  • Experience working in dense urban or historic districts (DC experience strongly preferred)
  • Proven ability to lead specialty subcontractors and artisans
  • Experience managing phased, occupied, or sensitive sites
  • Strong understanding of preservation-specific construction means and methods
  • Detail-oriented leader with excellent communication and coordination skills

What's on Offer

The Sr. Superintendent - Historic Renovation - Washington, DC will receive:

  • Competitive base salary $100K- $140K base
  • Bonus Potential: Performance-based bonus up to 15-20%
  • $500/month allowance (Super) or $500/month allowance or company truck (Senior Super)
  • Stability & Access: Financially secure firm with direct access to decision-makers
  • Unique Work: Landmark restorations and high-end interior spaces you'll be proud to put your name on
  • Culture & Benefits: Family-style environment, dog-friendly office, wellness center, professional development, catered lunches, and strong benefits package



If you are passionate about construction and looking to advance your career, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Morgan Metcalf
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7010496

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Site Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Washington
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Morgan Metcalf
Job Reference
JN-052026-7010496