Careers at Rehab and Design
Ten integrated trades under one roof. One team delivering the full scope of occupied-unit rehabilitation and capital improvement work across the NYC metro area — with active expansion into New Jersey and Connecticut.
Build Your Career With Us
Rehab and Design Construction is a family-owned, self-perform contractor rebuilding New York City's occupied and public-housing buildings — the complex jobs that get done with residents still living there. We run every project on one disciplined system, and we're growing. If you take pride in doing the work right the first time, we'd like to meet you.
On Our Project Teams
Organized, dependable people who help run our NYC projects on schedule and on budget — coordinating with the contractors we work for, our field crews, and the residents whose homes we're improving.
In the Field
Skilled tradespeople and field leaders who take pride in their craft and know how to work clean, safe, and on schedule in occupied buildings.
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Project Manager
Project Manager
The Project Manager owns projects from award through close-out — schedule, budget, quality, safety, and client relationships. You lead a team of coordinators, superintendents, and self-perform trade crews, keep public-work compliance airtight, and are ultimately accountable for delivering each project on time, on budget, and to standard. This is a role for an experienced construction PM who can run multiple occupied-rehab projects at once and thrive in a fast-growing company.
- Project ownership — own the full lifecycle of assigned projects — planning, buyout, execution, and close-out — and be accountable for schedule, budget, quality, and safety.
- Scheduling — develop and maintain project schedules and look-aheads; sequence self-perform trades and subcontractors to keep the field productive.
- Budget & cost control — manage project budgets, buyout, change orders, and pay applications; forecast costs and protect margin.
- Team leadership — lead superintendents, coordinators, and self-perform crews; set expectations, remove roadblocks, and hold the team accountable.
- Client & owner management — serve as the primary point of contact for owners, GCs, architects, and agencies (NYCHA, DASNY); run meetings and keep stakeholders informed.
- Coordination — oversee submittals, RFIs, procurement, and long-lead items (including in-house fabrication); keep approvals from stalling the schedule.
- Compliance & safety — enforce site safety and ensure prevailing-wage, certified-payroll, permit, and close-out requirements are met on public work.
- Systems — keep JobTread current as the single source of truth for schedule, budget, documentation, and field reporting.
- Occupied-rehab delivery — manage the sensitivities of working in occupied buildings — resident communication, phasing, and minimizing disruption.
Required
- 5+ years of construction project management experience, ideally in multifamily, public housing, or occupied-rehab work.
- Proven ability to manage full project budgets and schedules and deliver on time and on budget.
- Strong leadership and communication skills; able to direct crews, subs, and hold stakeholders accountable.
- Working knowledge of means and methods across multiple trades.
- Proficiency with construction management software and Microsoft Office / Google Workspace.
- OSHA 30 and, for NYC work, a valid Site Safety Training (SST) supervisor card (or ability to obtain).
Preferred
- Experience with public / prevailing-wage work (NYCHA, DASNY, HUD) and certified payroll.
- Experience with JobTread or Procore, AIA pay applications, and CPM scheduling.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field — or equivalent field experience.
- Personal and professional references.
- Bilingual (English / Spanish) a plus.
Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus [health insurance, PTO, paid holidays, 401(k), and vehicle/travel allowance]. Strong growth path as the company expands into CT and NJ.
Project Coordinator
Project Coordinator
The Project Coordinator is the organizational backbone of our project teams. Working alongside our Project Managers and Superintendents, you keep the paperwork, communication, and tracking flowing so the field can build without administrative bottlenecks. You will own document control, submittals and RFIs, procurement and delivery tracking, subcontractor and vendor coordination, and compliance paperwork — while keeping JobTread current as the single source of truth. This is a high-impact role for someone who is detail-obsessed, calm under pressure, and energized by keeping many moving parts in sync.
- Document control — maintain contracts, drawings, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and daily reports in JobTread; keep the current set of documents accurate and accessible to the field.
- Submittals & RFIs — log, route, and track submittals and RFIs; follow up with architects, engineers, GCs, and vendors to keep approvals from stalling the schedule.
- Procurement & deliveries — issue purchase orders, track material and long-lead item deliveries (including in-house millwork, cabinet, and stone fabrication), and flag delays before they hit the field.
- Subcontractor & vendor coordination — collect and track certificates of insurance, subcontractor agreements, W-9s, and lien waivers; schedule subs and vendors and confirm site readiness.
- Compliance & public-work paperwork — prepare and track certified payroll and prevailing-wage documentation, permits, and close-out packages for public work (NYCHA, DASNY, and NYS-registered projects).
- Scheduling support — assist the PM in maintaining project schedules, updating look-aheads, and tracking milestones and punch-list completion.
- Cost & budget tracking — help track budgets, commitments, and change orders; assist with pay applications and reconcile costs against JobTread.
- Communication — serve as a communication hub between the office, the field, owners, and residents; distribute meeting minutes and keep stakeholders informed on occupied-unit work.
- Documentation & close-out — organize photo documentation, daily logs, and progress reports; assemble owner and warranty close-out documentation at project completion.
- Automation & efficiency — identify and lead specific automation and efficiency projects — streamlining workflows, templates, and reporting in JobTread to reduce manual work and save the team time.
Required
- 1–3+ years in construction project coordination, administration, or a related support role (GC, subcontractor, or owner's side).
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage many tasks and deadlines at once.
- Strong written and verbal communication; comfortable following up firmly and professionally.
- Proficient with computers and project software; quick to learn new systems (Microsoft Office / Google Workspace, and project management platforms).
- Reliable, proactive, and able to work on-site and coordinate with field crews.
Preferred
- Experience with JobTread, Procore, or similar construction project management software.
- Familiarity with public / prevailing-wage work (NYCHA, DASNY, HUD) and certified payroll (LCPtracker or similar).
- Understanding of submittals, RFIs, change orders, and AIA pay applications.
- Experience with occupied / multifamily residential rehabilitation.
- Bilingual (English / Spanish) a plus for resident and field communication.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in construction management, business, or a related field — or equivalent experience.
Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus [health insurance, PTO, paid holidays, 401(k), and growth opportunities as the company expands into CT and NJ]. Rehab and Design is growing quickly, and this role offers a clear path toward Assistant Project Manager and Project Manager positions.
Carpenter
Carpenter
Rehab and Design is a self-perform contractor doing multifamily and public-housing rehabilitation across the NYC metro area, largely in occupied buildings. We are hiring skilled Carpenters to perform rough and finish carpentry on kitchen, bath, and unit renovations — working cleanly and respectfully in buildings where residents remain in place.
- perform rough and finish carpentry: framing, blocking, furring, drywall/sheetrock, doors, frames, hardware, trim, and base.
- install cabinets, countertops, millwork, and shelving — including our in-house fabricated millwork and cabinetry.
- read and work from plans, shop drawings, and specifications; lay out and measure accurately.
- perform demolition and prep as needed and keep occupied work areas clean, safe, and protected.
- safely operate hand and power tools; maintain tools and equipment in good condition.
- work to punch-list quality standards and support the schedule set by the superintendent.
- follow all site safety requirements and company procedures.
Required
- 3+ years of professional carpentry experience (rough and/or finish).
- Ability to read tape measures, plans, and basic drawings and work to tight tolerances.
- Own basic hand tools and know how to use power tools safely.
- OSHA 10 (OSHA 30 preferred) and, for NYC sites, a valid SST card (or ability to obtain).
- Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.
Preferred
- Experience in occupied multifamily or public-housing (NYCHA) renovation.
- Cabinet and finish/millwork installation experience.
- References (personal and professional).
- Bilingual (English / Spanish) a plus.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand, bend, kneel, climb ladders and stairs, and work on your feet throughout the shift, with appropriate personal protective equipment.
Competitive hourly wage based on experience [insert rate]; prevailing wage applies on public/certified-payroll projects. Steady, year-round pipeline of work.
Tiler / Tile Setter
Tiler / Tile Setter
Rehab and Design is a self-perform contractor renovating multifamily and public-housing units across the NYC metro area, largely in occupied buildings. We are hiring experienced Tile Setters to install floor and wall tile in kitchens and bathrooms to a high, durable standard — including proper substrate prep and waterproofing.
- prepare and level substrates; install backer board and waterproofing/membrane systems in wet areas.
- lay out, cut, and set floor and wall tile — ceramic, porcelain, and stone — with correct patterns, spacing, and slopes.
- mix and apply thinset and mortar; grout, seal, and caulk to a clean finished result.
- install metallic trim, edge profiles, and transition strips to a clean, straight finish.
- read plans and finish schedules and confirm tile layout with the foreman before setting.
- operate wet saws and tile tools safely; maintain tools and equipment.
- keep occupied work areas clean, protected, and safe; work to punch-list quality standards.
Required
- 3+ years of professional tile-setting experience in floors and walls.
- Knowledge of waterproofing and substrate prep for wet areas (showers, bathrooms, kitchens).
- Skilled with wet saws, trowels, levels, and layout tools; able to produce clean, straight, durable work.
- OSHA 10 (OSHA 30 preferred) and, for NYC sites, a valid SST card (or ability to obtain).
- Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.
Preferred
- Experience in occupied multifamily or public-housing (NYCHA) renovation.
- Stone and large-format tile experience.
- References (personal and professional).
- Bilingual (English / Spanish) a plus.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, kneel and crouch for extended periods, stand, bend, and work on your feet throughout the shift, with appropriate personal protective equipment.
Competitive hourly wage based on experience [insert rate]; prevailing wage applies on public/certified-payroll projects. Steady, year-round pipeline of work.
Painter / Plasterer
Painter / Plasterer
Rehab and Design is a self-perform contractor renovating multifamily and public-housing units across the NYC metro area, largely in occupied buildings. We are hiring skilled Painters/Plasterers to prep, patch, plaster, and paint interior surfaces to a clean, uniform finish — working neatly and considerately around residents.
- prepare surfaces: scrape, sand, patch, and repair walls and ceilings; skim-coat and plaster to a smooth finish.
- tape, spackle, and finish drywall joints; feather and blend repairs into existing surfaces.
- prime and apply paint and coatings by brush, roller, and sprayer to a uniform, professional finish.
- protect floors, fixtures, and residents' belongings; mask and clean up thoroughly each day.
- select and mix coatings and match colors and sheens per finish schedules.
- work to punch-list quality standards and follow all site safety requirements.
Required
- 3+ years of professional painting and plastering/taping experience.
- Skilled in surface prep, skim-coating, and drywall finishing to a smooth, paint-ready result.
- Proficient with brush, roller, and spray application.
- OSHA 10 (OSHA 30 preferred) and, for NYC sites, a valid SST card (or ability to obtain).
- Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.
Preferred
- Experience in occupied multifamily or public-housing (NYCHA) renovation.
- Lead-safe (RRP) certification a plus for older housing stock.
- References (personal and professional).
- Bilingual (English / Spanish) a plus.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders and scaffolding, reach overhead, stand, bend, and work on your feet throughout the shift, with appropriate personal protective equipment.
Competitive hourly wage based on experience [insert rate]; prevailing wage applies on public/certified-payroll projects. Steady, year-round pipeline of work.
Build something real. Right here.
Ten trades under one roof, occupied-unit work that actually matters to the people living there, and a team that's growing fast enough to grow with you.
- Markets
- NYC Metro, Long Island, Florida — expanding into New Jersey and Connecticut
- Trades
- Ten integrated trades self-performed in-house, including millwork, cabinet, and stone fabrication
- Growth
- Clear internal growth paths as we expand into Connecticut and New Jersey