Assistant Superintendent

Layton Construction Company•Honolulu, HI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Superintendent works under the guidance of the Site Superintendent and in partnership with the Project Manager to develop, manage, and complete a job plan for an assigned project. The role is primarily on-site and may require travel throughout Hawaii. The Assistant Superintendent oversees construction progress, coordinates personnel and subcontractors, manages schedules and resources, and helps ensure work meets project specifications, quality requirements, and safety policies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in construction management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 2 years of experience in the construction management industry.
Experience overseeing commercial, industrial, and/or multifamily construction projects from conception through completion.
Demonstrated knowledge of construction processes.
Valid driver's license.
Knowledge of building codes and blueprints.
Knowledge of subcontractor scopes of work and quality requirements.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to handle varied situations using general construction and concrete placement principles with moderate structure and direction, and to interpret complex instructions.
Ability to proactively manage personnel issues.
Good organizational skills.
Ability to process information quickly and follow through with a course of action.
Ability to operate office equipment such as a computer, printer, fax, copier, and telephone.
Ability to work locally and/or travel.

Nice To Haves

Two to three years of prior field experience in commercial construction.
Craft skills in concrete or other building trades, or experience operating equipment.

Responsibilities

Review plans and specifications to develop a comprehensive understanding of job requirements.
Develop job plans, including schedules, site access, manpower, and building requirements.
Procure tools, labor, and some materials.
Interact with architects and owners to resolve job issues.
Meet regularly with the General Superintendent for training and development.
Communicate construction issues and progress to supervisory personnel, craft personnel, subcontractors, clients, and the General Superintendent.
Work with supervisors and labor representatives to resolve workforce problems.
Confer with supervisory and engineering personnel, inspectors, and suppliers to resolve construction problems and improve construction methods.
Inspect work in progress to ensure it conforms to specifications and construction schedules.
Manage projects using progress reports, material usage, and costs, and adjust work schedules accordingly.
Coordinate with the Manager of Field Operations to move personnel between projects and maximize resources.
Manage crew mixes and work assignments to control labor costs.
Work with the Project Manager to prepare the Project Management Plan.
Track and price extra work tickets, change requests, and back charges as needed.
Comply with safety policies, practices, and procedures, and report unsafe activities to a supervisor or Safety.
Demonstrate integrity, maintain professional standards of conduct and ethics, and follow company policies and procedures.
Participate actively in the team environment and contribute to team goals.
Accept accountability for individual and team performance.
Perform other related duties as assigned.