Assistant Superintendent

Clark Construction Group, LLC•Richmond, VA

8d•$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 project’s planned sequence and schedule and implements and enforces applicable safety and quality control procedures. It includes supervising field work, coordinating with subcontractors and suppliers, monitoring budgets and material deliveries, and conducting safety inspections. This is an active, hands-on role with substantial time on construction sites and some time in an office. The work involves navigating uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists; working in varying weather, moderate to loud noise, elevated or confined areas, and around moving mechanical equipment; and lifting and carrying materials. The role may require extended hours and responsiveness to time-sensitive matters or emergencies. A pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and random quarterly tests are required.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related discipline, or relevant work experience.
At least 3 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, and a record of implementing them on a job site.
Alignment with Clark Standards of Excellence, including being self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, a team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, relationship-building, people- and team-building, and able to set direction and execute.
Ability to work extended hours during critical project phases or client deadlines and respond to business needs outside regular working hours.
Ability to frequently lift and carry materials up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively and visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting work.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of construction management software platforms and tools, including Procore, PlanGrid, FieldWire, Bluebeam, and P6.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate installation of work in accordance with contract documents, the project schedule, and the planned sequence of work; track milestone dates and requirements.
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 field workforces to ensure work is completed cost-effectively; understand applicable budgets and determine causes and remedies for costs that do not align with budgets, estimates, or reasonable expectations.
Implement the safety program and conduct scheduled and unscheduled safety inspections to ensure compliance with company and government standards; take remedial action when required.
Establish hazard-recognition procedures at the start of each new activity and maintain thorough knowledge of company safety standards, manuals, and procedures.
Maintain good working relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
Follow Clark Construction safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws at all work locations.
Monitor and respond to communications as needed for time-sensitive matters or emergencies, including outside regular working hours.