Assistant Superintendent - Washington D.C.

MCN Build•Washington, DC

2d•$75,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

MCN Build is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to assist the lead Superintendent with day-to-day supervision of field-related construction activities. The role provides administrative, technical, and clerical support to the project team and coordinates on-site work across project phases. The Assistant Superintendent helps ensure that subcontractors, materials, and equipment are coordinated; project specifications are followed; and work proceeds on schedule and within budget. The position also represents the firm on schedule and cost matters within approved parameters. The successful candidate is detail-oriented, computer-literate, and organized, with strong communication skills. They will work efficiently in a fast-paced, multi-task environment involving multiple project relationships and competing priorities. MCN Build is a commercial construction management firm headquartered in Washington, DC, focused on community-enhancing developments in areas including education, recreation, healthcare, affordable housing, and institutional spaces. The company describes its benefits and work environment as supportive of employees’ professional and personal growth.

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year in the position or field/related experience.
High School Diploma.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with individuals at all levels.
Proven organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret drawings, contract and insurance documents, and forms, and make appropriate recommendations to the field operations team.
Negotiation skills and ability to work cohesively as part of a team.
Meticulous attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Computer literacy, strong communication skills, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Assist the lead Superintendent with day-to-day supervision of field-related construction activities.
Provide administrative, technical, and clerical support for the project team.
Coordinate on-site work for all phases of a project, including subcontractors, materials, and equipment.
Schedule subcontractors, consultants, and vendors in the critical path to support timely project completion.
Perform quality control duties and responsibilities regarding work being performed.
Communicate with the project team regarding ASIs, RFIs, and material submittals.
Ensure subcontractors execute and comply with their contracted scope of work.
Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental quality standards.
Help ensure project specifications are followed and work proceeds on schedule and within budget.
Represent the firm and commit it on schedule and cost matters within approved parameters.