Job Summary:

The Assistant Superintendent will assist the Superintendent in all phases of a construction project.  

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develops a schedule and assists in developing a cost-effective plan for completion of an assigned project.
• Collaborates with other staff to create preconstruction estimates and budgets for materials and labor. 
• Coordinates and schedules the work activities of tradespeople, professionals, and laborers, communicating to and via project foreperson to deliver instructions and project assignments as appropriate.
• Regularly inspects work for quality and timeliness; prepares and provides progress reports to owners and architects; makes recommendations for necessary modifications.
• Collaborates with Superintendent, architect, engineer, attorney, and other pertinent stakeholders to ensure specifications, zoning requirements, and other regulations are met.
• Ensures specifications and regulations outlined in architectural and engineering plans are followed.
• Assists in obtaining required permits and licenses; executes construction contracts according to terms of agreement.
• Maintains records related to costs and inventory.
• Addresses any safety violations or other deficiencies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Good verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to oversee and coordinate a variety of people in different roles.
• Extremely detail-oriented.
• Ability to read, understand, and execute blueprints, drawings, and plans.
• Thorough understanding of quality building practices.  
• Ability to quickly identify problems and efficiently solve them.   

Education and Experience:

At least five (5) years of experience in construction building trades or bachelor's degree in construction management, construction science, business administration, or related field.  

Physical Requirements: 

Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the construction site in all types of weather. 

Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.