Assistant Superintendent

Suffolk Construction • New Haven, CT

3d

About The Position

The Assistant Superintendent plans and executes the construction program according to Suffolk’s procedures, including requirements for safety, quality, and schedule. Responsibilities on a project may be organized by area or trade discipline. The role monitors construction work and progress, supports quality and safety programs, coordinates project documentation and work plans, and helps ensure successful project completion and acceptance. The position also supervises and mentors Suffolk Field Engineers and communicates safety expectations to project teams.

The work takes place in both an office environment, with quiet to moderate noise, and on construction sites, including walking the job site. The employee regularly sits for extended periods, talks or hears, and performs fine motor tasks such as keyboarding, telephone use, or writing. The employee frequently stands, walks, and reaches with arms or hands. Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in related construction fields.
• Self-motivated.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong sense of urgency.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong time management and multitasking skills.
• Possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and distribute construction documents to the project team, including plans, specifications, RFIs, bulletins, and field reports.
• Manage layout and confirm and verify the correctness of field dimensions.
• Verify subcontractor layout for compliance with established line and grade.
• Administer Suffolk’s Quality Management Program, including First Delivery and Benchmark Inspections; document deficiencies and help track them through final resolution.
• Continuously monitor on-site job progress and check work for compliance with Contract Documents.
• Monitor and document daily construction activity using written reports, photographs, sketches, and other software tools.
• Help create and distribute daily and weekly work plans, including schedules and logistics plans.
• Attend and participate in weekly and/or monthly meetings with customers and clients, provide construction status updates, and address their concerns.
• Compile and maintain permits, testing, and inspections required for project completion and acceptance.
• Assist with administering Suffolk’s Safety Program, including pre-construction meetings, pre-task planning, daily monitoring, and enforcement of applicable safety requirements.
• Supervise and mentor Suffolk Field Engineers in their daily work.
• Communicate clear safety expectations to project teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• Auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles.
• Medical and emotional and mental health benefits.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k) plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources.
• Company-paid and voluntary life insurance.
• Tax-deferred savings accounts.
• 10 backup daycare days each year.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Commuter benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed