Assistant Superintendent (New Grad 2027)

ARCO/Murray National Construction • Nashville, TN

13d • Onsite

About The Position

We are ARCO, a Family of Construction Companies, seeking a hardworking leader committed to safety and superior quality for an exciting, long-term career opportunity as an Assistant Superintendent. This role involves managing the construction process from the field.

Requirements

• Recent college graduate with a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 0-1 year of relevant construction experience; internships, co-ops or field experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and project scheduling programs.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and blueprints, or willingness to learn.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in your state of residence.

Responsibilities

• Attend post-award review meetings for project preplanning.
• Participate in preparing construction schedules, organization structure, staff selection, and manpower/equipment requirements.
• Direct and control construction projects to meet specifications, timelines, and profit expectations.
• Assist the project manager/engineer with material shipment, equipment, and shop drawing approvals.
• Coordinate subcontractor activities for effective integration with project schedules.
• Inform supervisors and subcontractors of construction schedule changes.
• Assist in preparing job progress and cost reports.
• Review and approve requisitions, field purchase orders, invoices, and other significant reports.
• Cooperate with the owner and representatives, providing updates on construction progress.
• Cooperate with architects or owner representatives.
• Hold job site meetings with the project manager and regional manager.
• Report regularly to the project manager on job progress, plans, and potential cost/schedule impacts.
• Maintain a daily diary of significant project facts, events, conditions, and contacts.
• Direct adherence to the company's safety program.
• Make decisions under tight deadlines.
• Organize people, tools, and equipment; plan and manage multiple activities.
• Demonstrate leadership skills, facing challenges, directing others, and addressing conflict.
• Exhibit commitment to quality by evaluating processes, making changes, and exceeding customer expectations.
• Act with integrity, supporting the company and its values while focusing on customer requirements.

Benefits

• Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Traditional and Roth 401k
• Tuition reimbursement for associates
• Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
• 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
• 1-week paid volunteer leave each year
• 100% charitable match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Paid parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level