Assistant Superintendent (New Grad 2027)

ARCO Companies • Salt Lake, UT

21h

About The Position

The Assistant Superintendent is a new-graduate role at ARCO Design/Build, offering hands-on experience across the full lifecycle of construction projects while working alongside experienced professionals. The position supports field operations and project delivery, helping ensure construction work is safe, organized, on schedule, within budget, and consistent with project specifications. The role involves close collaboration with Project Managers, subcontractors, owners, architects, and other project stakeholders.

Requirements

• Recent or soon-to-be graduate of an accredited undergraduate or graduate program in Civil, Mechanical, Architectural, Construction Management, Building Science, or Construction Engineering; other related engineering majors will be considered.
• Strong interest in the construction process, particularly design/build, tilt-up concrete, and industrial construction.
• Possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in the state of residence.
• Proficiency using Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Project.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.

Nice To Haves

• Previous construction experience is preferred but not required.
• A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Attend post-award meetings to review project details and assist with construction planning.
• Work with the Project Manager to develop construction schedules, sequencing, staffing plans, and equipment needs.
• Oversee daily construction activities to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and according to project specifications.
• Coordinate subcontractor activities, communicate schedule updates, and help ensure work is coordinated across trades.
• Assist with material deliveries, equipment coordination, shop drawing approvals, and material submittals.
• Help prepare job progress reports, review field purchase orders and invoices, and monitor project costs.
• Communicate regularly with owners, architects, and project stakeholders about project progress and field activities.
• Lead and participate in jobsite coordination meetings with project managers, regional managers, subcontractors, and other project team members.
• Maintain daily reports and jobsite records, including project activities, site conditions, visitors, and key project decisions.
• Promote and enforce the company’s safety program and maintain a safe, productive jobsite.
• Partner with Project Managers and field teams to understand how office and field operations work together to deliver projects.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and a performance-based bonus program.
• Choice between an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and a profit-sharing plan.
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) options.
• Tuition reimbursement for associates and scholarships of up to $28,000 per child.
• A fully paid one-month sabbatical every five years, plus $5,000 to fund an adventure.
• One week of paid volunteer leave annually and a 100% match on charitable donations.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 100% paid maternity leave for 12 weeks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level