Assistant Superintendent

Elmington•Richmond, VA

18d

About The Position

As an Assistant Superintendent at Elmington Construction, you will assist in leading and managing the field team and oversee work on site. You will be responsible for quality standards, inspections, safety regulations, site orderliness, adherence to company guidelines, collaboration with the project management team, and coordination of subcontractors, equipment, and materials. The role also involves supporting project planning, scheduling, reporting, closeout, and owner turnover, while modeling safety and mentoring team members. The position involves working outdoors on construction sites in varying weather and in a temporary facility or structure. Travel may be required. The role requires physical activities such as standing, walking, crawling, climbing, kneeling, and lifting heavy materials, and includes exposure to typical construction-site hazards.

Requirements

At least three years of related construction experience and/or training.
Knowledge of all facets of ground-up construction.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to liaise with team members and leadership.
Organizational skills to manage multiple priorities, tasks, and deadlines.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions.
Basic mathematical, problem-solving, and computer skills.
Ability to manage complexities and details, focus on results, and demonstrate a willingness to learn.
Ability to travel if needed.
Ability to work outdoors on construction sites in extreme hot or cold weather and in a temporary facility or structure.
Ability to perform construction-site physical activities and lift heavy materials as described in the posting.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30-hour certification is preferred; if not current, the employee must obtain it within the first year of employment and keep it current.
A degree in Building Science, Construction Management, or Civil Engineering is preferred, but may be substituted with experience.
Commercial or multi-family construction experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in leading and managing the field team and oversee work on site.
Maintain quality standards, support inspections, enforce safety regulations, and keep the project site orderly.
Bring safety concerns to the Superintendent and help ensure OSHA-compliant safeguards.
Hold subcontractors accountable for proper site housekeeping.
Communicate material delivery needs to the project team and Superintendent.
Review project documents in detail to anticipate RFIs and coordination issues.
Assist with daily, progress, and compliance reports and document subcontractor issues.
Assist in project planning and update the project schedule.
Plan and establish the flow of work activities on the project.
Review approved submittals and ensure installed work complies with submittals and specifications.
Help drive project closeout and owner turnover.
Demonstrate and teach company policies and processes to new team members.
Prioritize and actively mentor and train others.
Perform rough carpentry work and occasional installation, including layout of foundations, walls, and decks; installing blocking, hardware, and wood guard rails; setting frames, doors, and windows; minor concrete formwork; and minor demolition.
Perform other duties as assigned.