Assistant Superintendent

Clark Construction Group•Fairfax, VA

19d•$85,000 - $185,000

About The Position

The Assistant Superintendent coordinates field operations for specific 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, managing costs and resources, maintaining relationships with subcontractors and suppliers, and supporting recruiting and business development. This is an active, hands-on position split between active construction sites and office work. Site conditions may include uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, hoists, variable weather, moderate to loud noise, elevated or confined areas, and moving mechanical equipment. The role requires physical activity and lifting, as well as periods of sitting for computer work, document review, and meetings. The position is part of a demanding, high-performance environment and requires flexibility to work extended hours and respond to time-sensitive matters or emergencies outside regular working hours. Clark promotes a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment and random quarterly drug fitness-for-duty screenings are required. The role offers a base salary range of $85,000–$185,000, with compensation varying based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The compensation package also includes bonus potential and benefits.

Requirements

3 to 6 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, with demonstrated success implementing them on a job site.
Alignment with Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, and sets direction and executes.
Ability to work extended hours and respond to time-sensitive matters or emergencies as business needs require.
Ability to frequently navigate active job sites, including uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists; bend, kneel, and reach; and lift and carry materials up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to communicate effectively and use visual acuity to read plans and inspect work.
Ability to work in variable weather, moderate to loud noise, elevated or confined areas, and around moving mechanical equipment.
Pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and random quarterly drug fitness-for-duty testing are required.

Nice To Haves

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, 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 project milestones and 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.
Use knowledge of equipment capabilities to plan for optimum utilization.
Know scheduled delivery dates for materials and equipment affecting 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 and determine causes and remedies when costs deviate from budget, estimate, 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 and establish hazard-recognition procedures 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 develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win appropriate work.
Recruit, identify, hire, and retain outstanding people for the Clark team.
Anticipate stakeholder needs, desires, and goals to exceed expectations.
Follow Clark Construction safety policies and procedures and applicable laws at all locations.