Assistant Superintendent - Southeast Michigan

Clark Construction Company•Detroit, MI

23h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Superintendent to help create the field leadership capacity needed to deliver commercial construction projects safely, efficiently, and with a high standard of quality. This role exists to provide hands-on support to the Superintendent in coordinating daily site operations, keeping work on schedule, maintaining strong communication with trade partners, and ensuring project expectations are executed consistently from start to finish. In this role, you will gain practical experience in jobsite coordination, short-term planning, scheduling, safety leadership, quality control, trade partner management, and project closeout. It is an excellent opportunity for a construction professional who wants to strengthen field operations knowledge and build the skills needed to grow into a Superintendent role within a collaborative, safety-focused team. This role is based out of our Auburn Hills office and supports projects across Southeast Michigan. Ideal candidates may live in or near Detroit, Ann Arbor, Troy, Novi, or Sterling Heights.

Requirements

Strong understanding of commercial construction processes
Excellent planning, scheduling, and organizational skills
Effective communication skills with clients, project teams, and trade partners
Ability to manage risk and support cost control efforts
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Experience with Project Sight, Phoenix, Textura, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience in a Superintendent or similar field role
Bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Responsibilities

Assist in planning and coordinating short-term (2–4 week) jobsite activities and communicate plans with trade contractors
Support development and maintenance of the project schedule, including three-week lookahead planning
Monitor and support contractor performance to ensure alignment with project timelines and requirements
Help facilitate timely approvals and documentation with architects, engineers, and governing authorities
Uphold jobsite safety, quality, environmental standards, and cleanliness at all times
Assist with project close-out and ensure all work is completed in accordance with company standards
Maintain detailed daily reports documenting site activity, progress, and key events
Track labor hours and submit trade hours and labor reports as required
Participate in and help lead onsite coordination and progress meetings