Obtain a: Construction Superintendent Registration

Step 1: Qualifications

You must meet all of the following requirements to become a Registered Construction Superintendent.

• Be at least eighteen (18) years old
• Be able to read and write the English language
• Be fit to perform the work authorized by the registration
• Have good moral character so as not to adversely impact your fitness to perform the duties and responsibilities of a construction superintendent
• Have satisfactorily completed a Department-approved 40-hour site safety course
• Possess a valid Site Safety Training (SST) Supervisor card

You must also meet one of the following experience qualifications

• Have three (3) years of experience serving as a full-time project supervisor with on-site responsibility over the construction or demolition of buildings in New York City, within the five (5) years prior to application
• Have five (5) years of experience serving as a full-time project supervisor with on-site responsibility over the construction or demolition of buildings in the United States, within the eight (8) years prior to application

Existing site safety managers and coordinators may register to become a construction superintendent undergoing an additional background investigation.

Step 2: Applying for Registration

Please verify you meet the above qualifications, then upload PDF scans of the below documentation via the DOB NOW Portal. Applicants that do not currently have an eFiling account will need to create an account by completing the registration form.

Please see the New License Application User Guide for step-by-step directions.

You must submit PDF scans of the following original documentation:

• Typed, completed and notarized LIC2 application form
• LIC34 form (if applicable)
• LIC50 or LIC51 application
  *NOTE: Applicants with a home address outside of the New York City’s five (5) boroughs must complete the LIC50 Authorization for Service of Process by Agent. Applicants may also fill out the LIC51 Voluntary Authorization for Service of Process by Email even if they reside within the City of New York.*
• Typed, completed and notarized LIC4 employment history application form
  *NOTE: This is not required for applicants who are Professional Engineers or Registered Architects and candidates applying with Construction Health and Safety Technician certifications.*
  
• Social Security History of Earnings (Non-Certified FICA Detailed Earnings Statement) for the years you are claiming as experience - This is not the Social Security Statement.
  *NOTE: This is not required for applicants who are Professional Engineers or Registered Architects and candidates applying with Construction Health and Safety Technician certifications.*
• Experience Verification Forms from all supervisors for the years you are claiming as experience. In the event that you are self-employed, you will be required to submit an Experience Verification form from clients for the relevant period. These documents are subject to what is displayed on your Social Security History of Earnings.
  *NOTE: Letters from company Human Resources and Office Managers, Chief Financial Officers (and other office functional titles) will not be accepted. The experience verification forms from your employers must include your full dates of employment (month/day/year), job titles held and daily duties. This is not required for applicants who are Professional Engineers or Registered Architects and candidates applying with Construction Health and Safety Technician certifications.*
• Driver’s license, non-driver's ID, current passport or green card - must not be expired at time of submission
• Social Security Card
• Proof of residence (utility bill, bank statement, lease or deed) or a typed notarized letter and bill from the person you are residing with
  *NOTE: cell phone/VOIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol), and cable bills will not be accepted*
• Site Safety Course certificate
• 10-hour Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) certification as specified by the experience qualifications in STEP 1 above
• LIC62 Physical Examination Form - must be completed within 90 days
• Current New York State Professional Engineer or Registered Architect License Card or Certificate.
  *NOTE: This is only required for those applying as a New York State PE or RA.*
• Current Construction Health and Safety Technician certificate and wallet card (if applicable)
• Educational Transcripts or Course Curriculum indicating full time credits (if applicable)
• Child Support Certification Form

You must also pay all applicable fees within the DOB NOW Portal

• Registration Fee - $100.00

Step 3: Approval

Once all documentation is submitted and approved, you will be able to schedule an appointment within the DOB NOW Portal to take a picture and receive the Construction Superintendent registration card.

How To

• Renew Construction Superintendent Registration
• Make Changes to Registration

Forms

• Child Support Form
• Experience Verification Forms
• LIC2 Form & LIC2 Instructions
• LIC4 Form & LIC4 Instructions

Helpful Links

• Printable Guidelines
• Authorized Site Safety Manager Course