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Employment Type: Full-Time 

FSLA: Salary/Exempt 

Division: Field Operations 

Department: Field Operations 

Reports to: Superintendent & General Superintendent  

Supervisory Duties: Yes 

Salary Range: $76,000 - $89,000

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.