Construction Project Superintendent

Oakland Housing Authority

$124K — $137K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma with vocational training in a construction-related field.
  • 5 years of full-time construction process experience.
  • Valid California driver's license with an insurable driving record.
  • Familiarity with current architectural principles and building codes.
  • Bilingual skills in Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, and/or Spanish are advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and supervise renovation and reconstruction projects.
  • Prepare detailed specifications and cost estimates for projects.
  • Research and select materials for construction and renovation work.
  • Inspect projects for compliance with design and regulatory codes.
  • Develop project schedules in collaboration with contractors and vendors.
  • Prepare reports and correspondence regarding project progress.
  • Supervise construction inspectors as assigned.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead significant housing improvement projects.
  • Genuine impact on community development and living conditions.
  • Collaboration with various professionals and contractors in the field.
  • Diverse and inclusive work environment with bilingual skill appreciation.
  • Work under the oversight of experienced management in capital improvements.
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OAKLAND HOUSING AUTHORITY

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT

Salary: $4,775.18 to $5,273.30 / Biweekly

$124,154.68 - $137,105.80 / Annually

CLOSING DATE/TIME: Friday, September 4th 2026 by 8:59pm PST

DEFINITION

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Capital Improvements or the Director of Capital Improvements, coordinates, supervises, and inspects work performed on a variety of renovation and reconstruction projects, including the repair and maintenance of dwelling units, buildings, and structures, and performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Coordinates among consultants, contractors, and the Housing Authority, and follows up through the renovation and reconstruction process; and
  • May prepare detailed specifications and estimates; and
  • Researches and selects materials, plans, directs, inspects, and supervises the work of a group of skilled and semi-skilled workers engaged in the repair and maintenance of dwelling units, buildings, structures, grounds, and equipment; and
  • Assists with developing specifications and budgets for projects; and
  • Coordinate work sessions with contractors, vendors, and other involved parties to develop schedules; and
  • May participate in a variety of technical processes, including bid preparation, agenda, and bid evaluations; and
  • Inspects projects in progress and at completion for final acceptance of conformance and design; and
  • Prepares correspondence and reports on assigned projects; and
  • Examines plans, calculations, and specifications of complex projects for compliance with City regulatory codes, ordinances, and Housing Authority policy; and
  • Supervises construction inspector(s) as assigned.


MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma with vocational, technical school training in a construction-related field; and

Five years of full-time exposure to all phases of construction processes.

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.

AND

Possession of a valid California driver's license and an insurable driving record.

Bilingual skills in Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, and/or Spanish are a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF: a wide range of current architectural principles and practices, building and construction methods; City building codes and regulations; basic concepts of the architectural decision and construction processes.

SKILL IN: preparing and developing specifications; making field inspections and filing reports; methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in building construction, renovation work; methods used in requisitioning, receiving, checking, storing, and issuing materials and supplies. Coordinate and meet with consultants, architects, engineers, contractors, residents, and groups.

ABILITY TO: organize and coordinate work in order to effectively utilize staff resources and to supervise and inspect the work of the building trades of skilled and semi-skilled workers. Establish and maintain cooperative relations with staff, residents, contractors, and developers; analyze situations accurately and take timely, effective and independent action; prepare reports; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing (or with audio and visual capacities); facilitate programs and policy development; represent the Authority in technical negotiations with contractors, residents, and other community groups; make public presentations; and other abilities as specified in the State of California Division of Industrial Accidents form RB-91 for this classification.

TO APPLY: Please complete an employment application online at www.oakha.org by Friday, September 4th, 2026 at 8:59pm PST.

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