Assistant Superintendent

Clark Construction Group, LLC•Fairfax, VA

20d•$85,000 - $185,000

About The Position

The Assistant Superintendent coordinates field operations for assigned project areas and/or self-performed and subcontracted trades. The role ensures construction work follows the planned sequence and project schedule, and implements and enforces applicable safety and quality control procedures. The Assistant Superintendent supervises field work, coordinates subcontractors and suppliers, and helps deliver work safely, efficiently, and in accordance with the contract documents and project requirements. This is an active, hands-on position that involves frequent work on construction sites, including navigating uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, hoists, elevated or confined areas, and locations with moving mechanical equipment. The role also includes office work such as computer tasks, document review, and meetings. The work may involve varied weather and moderate to loud noise on sites, and moderate noise in an office setting. Extended hours and responsiveness outside regular working hours may be required during critical project phases, deadlines, time-sensitive matters, or emergencies. Clark requires a pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and conducts random quarterly drug fitness-for-duty tests. The compensation package includes base salary, bonus potential, and benefits. The stated base salary range is $85,000–$185,000; compensation may vary based on factors including education, experience, skills, and geographic location.

Requirements

Three to six years of construction management experience in a field supervisory role.
Demonstrated ability to direct the work of others, including subcontractors and suppliers.
Working knowledge of the construction process, including scheduling, contract administration, equipment, and manpower.
Knowledge of safety and government regulations, such as OSHA, with demonstrated success implementing them on a job site.
Alignment with Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, a team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction, and executes.
Ability to frequently be on foot and navigate active job sites with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists.
Ability to perform physical tasks involving bending, kneeling, reaching, and frequently lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively and visual acuity to read plans and inspect work.
Flexibility to work extended hours during critical project phases or client deadlines and respond outside regular hours when business needs require it.
An undergraduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related discipline is preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of construction management software platforms and tools, including Procore, PlanGrid, FieldWire, Bluebeam, and P6.
An undergraduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate installation of work in accordance with contract documents, the project schedule, and the planned sequence of work; monitor project milestones and the requirements to achieve them.
Maintain thorough knowledge of the contract documents and the scope of work for assigned areas or trades.
Understand the duration of each activity.
Apply knowledge of equipment capabilities and develop plans for optimum utilization.
Know scheduled delivery dates for materials and equipment that directly affect assigned areas or trades.
Supervise the field workforce to ensure work is completed cost-effectively; understand applicable budgets and identify causes and remedies when costs are not aligned with budgets, estimates, or reasonable expectations.
Implement the safety program and conduct scheduled and unscheduled safety inspections to ensure working conditions and work habits comply with company and government standards; take remedial action when required.
Establish a hazard-recognition procedure at the beginning of every new activity and maintain thorough knowledge of company safety standards, manuals, and procedures.
Maintain good working relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
Proactively identify and develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win appropriate work.
Take an active role in recruiting industry talent and identifying, hiring, and retaining outstanding people.
Anticipate stakeholder needs, desires, and goals to exceed their expectations.
Follow Clark Construction safety policies and procedures and applicable laws at all work locations.
Monitor and respond to communications as needed for time-sensitive matters or emergencies.