Assistant Superintendent

Clark Construction Group•San Francisco, CA

11d•$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. The Assistant Superintendent oversees field labor, monitors costs and schedules, coordinates equipment and material needs, and works with subcontractors and suppliers to complete work efficiently and in accordance with contract documents. This is an active, hands-on position with significant time on construction sites as well as time in an office. The work can involve varied weather, moderate to loud noise, elevated or confined work areas, moving mechanical equipment, uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists. The role requires flexibility to work extended hours during critical project phases or client deadlines and to respond to time-sensitive matters or emergencies outside regular hours. A pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and random quarterly testing are required. Clark describes a demanding, high-performance culture and seeks candidates who are energized by challenges, work effectively under pressure, and are committed to achieving exceptional results. Compensation includes base salary, bonus potential, and a benefits package. The stated base salary range is $85,000–$185,000, with compensation varying based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and geographic location.

Requirements

3 to 6+ years of experience working on construction projects in a field 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 success implementing them on a job site.
Alignment with Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, a team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, able to build relationships and people/teams and followership, and able to set direction and execute.
Ability to work extended hours when needed, particularly during critical project phases or client deadlines, and respond to business needs outside regular hours.
Ability to frequently be on one’s feet and navigate active job sites with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists.
Ability to perform physical work involving a full range of motion, including bending, kneeling, and reaching.
Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively and maintain visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting work.
Ability to spend prolonged periods sitting for computer work, document review, and meetings.
Comfort working in varied weather, moderate to loud noise, elevated or confined work areas, and around moving mechanical equipment.
Willingness to complete a pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and participate in random quarterly drug fitness-for-duty testing.

Nice To Haves

An undergraduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related discipline; preferred but not required.
Working knowledge of construction management software platforms and tools, including Procore, PlanGrid, Field Wire, 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 project milestone dates and understand the requirements for achieving them.
Maintain thorough knowledge of 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 the field workforce to ensure work is completed in the most cost-effective manner.
Know the budgets for supervised work.
Determine causes and develop remedies when costs are not in line with the budget, estimate, or reasonable expectations.
Conduct regular, scheduled, and unscheduled safety inspections to ensure working conditions and work habits comply with company and government standards.
Take remedial action when required and establish a hazard-recognition procedure at the start of each new activity.
Maintain thorough knowledge of company safety standards, manuals, and procedures.
Maintain good working relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
Proactively identify and develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win appropriate work.
Participate in recruiting industry talent to identify, hire, and retain outstanding people.
Anticipate stakeholder needs, desires, and goals and work to exceed their expectations.
Follow Clark Construction safety policies and procedures and applicable laws at all locations.
Monitor and respond to communications as needed for time-sensitive matters or emergencies.