Assistant Superintendent

Powers & Sons Construction • Indianapolis, IN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Powers & Sons Construction is hiring an Assistant Superintendent to support field operations for projects managed by its Indianapolis office. Working alongside the Superintendent and Project Manager, the Assistant Superintendent helps coordinate trades, maintain safe and organized jobsites, track progress, and deliver quality work from mobilization through closeout.

This role is suited to a construction professional ready to take greater ownership in the field. Under the Superintendent’s direction, the Assistant Superintendent leads assigned areas or phases of work while developing the planning, coordination, and leadership skills needed to grow into a Superintendent role.

The position is field-based, supporting the Indianapolis office and assigned project sites. Work includes regular site walks, outdoor conditions, required protective equipment, and schedules that may include early starts or occasional extended hours based on project needs.

Requirements

• Experience in commercial construction through an assistant superintendent, field engineer, foreman, or comparable field role; 2–5 years preferred.
• Ability to read construction drawings and specifications, with a working understanding of trade sequencing and jobsite safety.
• Strong organization, follow-through, and communication skills, with the confidence to address issues professionally and ask questions when needed.
• Comfort using digital drawings, email, and field reporting tools.

Nice To Haves

• Procore experience preferred.
• A degree in construction management or a related field is preferred; equivalent hands-on construction experience is valued.
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-hour construction training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily field operations, including subcontractor coordination, deliveries, equipment, site access, and housekeeping.
• Reinforce project safety requirements, identify unsafe conditions, and help ensure corrective actions are addressed promptly.
• Review drawings, specifications, approved submittals, and updates to help confirm work meets project requirements.
• Support short-term look-ahead schedules, monitor daily progress, and flag labor, material, or coordination issues before they delay work.
• Coordinate assigned work areas and trades, communicate priorities, and follow up on commitments.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, progress photos, manpower records, and other field documentation in Procore.
• Help identify drawing conflicts and field questions, and coordinate resolution with the Superintendent and Project Manager.
• Assist with quality inspections, subcontractor meetings, punch lists, and project closeout.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed