Assistant Superintendent
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Job Description
Employment Type: Full-Time
FSLA: Salary/Exempt
Division: Field Operations
Department: Field Operations
Reports to: Superintendent & General Superintendent
Supervisory Duties: Yes
Site Location: Fairfield County, CT
Reporting directly to the Superintendent and General Superintendent, the Assistant Superintendent will help with daily on-site management of construction activities on the project site.
Responsibilities / Essential Functions
- Help administer project safety program to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
- Provides technical assistance on the project, interprets contract drawings and submittals.
- Manage select self-perform operations and subcontractor operations including safety, budget, schedule, and quality.
- Assist Superintendent and Project Manager with daily and weekly tasks including daily reports, daily safety walks, weekly quantity reports, and weekly schedule updates.
- Understand the project schedule and the critical path.
- Review and provide content for the short-term plan.
- Participate in the quality program including attending meetings, performing inspections, and verifying materials.
- Interface with client representatives, A-E representatives, other contractors, and various building officials in a professional manner when required.
- Participate in business development. Create Raving Fans on current projects. Utilize contacts to initiate leads for future projects.
- Participate in monthly superintendent's meetings, quarterly safety meetings, and periodic training sessions.
- Develop skills required to become a Superintendent and manage and control all aspects of a construction project.
Key Skills
- Self-starter with ability to set goals and tasks with strong leadership skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities.
- Motivated and driven.
Required Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferred in Construction Management/Civil Engineering.
- 0-5 years of experience in the construction field or related field in a similar role.
- Understands building plans and specifications.
- Knowledge of safety standards and enforcement.
- OSHA 30 Required.
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