Assistant Superintendent (Construction)

Right Build International•Durham, NC

About The Position

The Assistant Superintendent supports the Superintendent and Project Manager in successfully completing assigned construction projects, with experience in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work. The role helps oversee job-site safety, quality, scheduling, and communication with the architect and consultants regarding field and constructability issues. Responsibilities span projects from pre-construction through closeout. Occasional travel is required. This is a night-shift position with a tentative schedule of 10:00 pm to 6:00 am, and it reports to the Project Superintendent.

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience as a Foreman or in an equivalent construction-industry role.
Understanding of the construction industry, job-site safety requirements, planning and scheduling, building trades, sequence of work, and relevant technology.
Ability to read plans and specifications.
Key competencies include initiative, communication, teamwork, and dependability.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Construction Management or a related field is preferred.
Recommended technical skills: Bluebeam, Procore, Bluebeam Revu, and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

Assist the Superintendent with managing job-site safety, quality, and schedule for assigned projects from pre-construction through closeout.
Work collaboratively with the Project Manager, project team members, and field staff.
Help manage the field and project team collaboratively and successfully.
Establish and maintain positive, effective relationships and communication with the client, Construction Manager, project team, consultants, architects, engineers, subcontractors, adjacent community, trade unions, and governmental agencies.
Assist with job-site planning, field coordination, and project scheduling.
Participate in reviewing project documents for constructability and content, including shop drawings.
Maintain and update project records, including RFIs, ASIs, and as-builts.
Help create and enforce a site-specific emergency action plan in collaboration with the Project Manager.
Coordinate subcontractors, building inspections, subcontractor inspections, and agencies.
Conduct or attend daily job-site walks with the Superintendent and submit daily safety audit reports.
Conduct or attend foreman meetings, pre-task meetings, safety meetings, and project staff meetings.
Assist with managing job-site labor production and performance.
Use project management and scheduling software effectively.
Attend company and industry events, including meetings, trainings, and workshops.
Perform other related duties as assigned or needed.