Assistant Superintendent

Elmington • Richmond, VA

19d • Onsite

About The Position

Elmington Construction is a Nashville-based general contractor and construction management company specializing in affordable and multifamily housing, as well as residential and commercial services. The Assistant Superintendent assists in leading and managing the field team and oversees work on the project site. The role supports quality standards, inspections, safety regulations, site orderliness, adherence to company guidelines, collaboration with the project management team, and coordination of subcontractors, equipment, and materials.

The Assistant Superintendent plans and coordinates work activities, reviews project documents and approved submittals, supports reporting and project scheduling, addresses subcontractor issues, and helps drive project closeout and owner turnover. The position also includes rough carpentry knowledge and occasional installation work, mentoring and training team members, and modeling and promoting safety and company processes.

Work takes place at construction sites, including outdoors in seasonal heat and cold and in temporary facilities or structures. Travel may be required. Elmington Construction describes a collaborative culture that encourages improvement, autonomy, advancement, and recognition of team contributions.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of related construction experience and/or training.
• Effective communication skills, including exceptional verbal and written communication to liaise with team members and leadership.
• Ability to manage complexities and details and organize multiple priorities, tasks, and deadlines.
• Results-focused approach and willingness to learn.
• Basic mathematical and computer skills.
• Knowledge of all facets of ground-up construction.
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule format.
• Ability to travel if needed.
• Ability to work outdoors at a construction site in extreme hot or cold weather and in a temporary facility or structure.
• Ability to perform construction-site physical activities, including standing, crawling, climbing ladders and stairs, balancing, stooping, and kneeling.
• Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift or move more than 100 pounds.
• Ability to recognize workplace hazards and respond appropriately to protect the workforce and provide OSHA-compliant safeguards.
• OSHA 30-hour certification is preferred; if not current, it must be obtained within the first year of employment and kept current.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Building Science, Construction Management, or Civil Engineering; experience may be substituted.
• Commercial or multifamily construction experience.
• Current OSHA 30-hour certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading and managing the field team and oversee work on site.
• Support quality standards, inspections, safety regulations, site orderliness, and adherence to company guidelines.
• Collaborate with the project management team and coordinate subcontractors, equipment, and materials on site.
• Manage and occasionally install rough carpentry, including layout of foundations, walls, and decks; installing blocking, hardware, and wood guard rails; setting frames, doors, and windows; minor concrete formwork; and minor demolition.
• Model safety as a core principle and bring safety concerns to the Superintendent.
• Hold subcontractors accountable for proper project-site housekeeping.
• Communicate material delivery needs to the project team and Superintendent.
• Review project documents in detail to anticipate RFIs and coordination issues.
• Assist with daily, progress, and compliance reports.
• Document subcontractor issues.
• Assist in project planning and updating the project schedule.
• Plan and establish the flow of work activities on the project.
• Review approved submittals and ensure installed work conforms to submittals and specifications.
• Help drive project closeout and owner turnover.
• Follow Elmington Construction policies and processes and teach them to new team members.
• Prioritize and actively mentor and train others.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Opportunities for advancement and career succession.
• Recognition and rewards for team contributions.
• Autonomy and a collaborative environment that encourages continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

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