Construction Assistant Superintendent

RQ Construction•Carlsbad, CA

1d•$85,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1996, RQC, LLC has built a strong reputation as a key contributor to Southern California's commercial and government Design-Build construction industry. Based in Carlsbad, California, we operate as a full-service Design-Build firm, delivering projects across the United States through dedicated field teams assigned to each jobsite. Our core strength lies in executing accelerated, ground-up commercial construction projects for both public and private sector clients, with a primary emphasis on Department of Defense work. We are currently seeking Construction Assistant Superintendents to support our West Coast Field Operations team on military construction projects throughout San Diego County. While the position is based out of our Carlsbad office, project assignments may be located anywhere within the county. In this role, Assistant Superintendents support the Superintendent in managing day-to-day field operations. Responsibilities include helping oversee construction activities, coordinating subcontractors and crews, and ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contract documents such as plans, specifications, proposals, and RFP requirements. The position is also responsible for maintaining project schedules, budgets, and quality standards, while aligning with the company's Mission, Vision, and Values. All project assignments require the ability to access active military installations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum of three years of experience in a lead Foreman role, including responsibilities such as scheduling, material procurement, field supervision, quality control, safety oversight, and managing multiple phases of construction on medium to large projects
At least three years of hands-on construction or trade experience strongly preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and internet-based tools required (training available if needed)
CPR, First Aid, OSHA 30-hour certification, EM-385, and STS certifications required (training available)

Nice To Haves

Additional coursework in construction management, engineering, or related fields is a plus
Experience with government, military, or large-scale commercial projects is highly desirable
Background in Design-Build project delivery is a plus
Experience with Primavera P3/P6, Viewpoint, BIM, or Revit is beneficial (training can be provided)
LEED Green Associate credential is a plus

Responsibilities

Support the Superintendent in managing day-to-day field operations.
Help oversee construction activities.
Coordinate subcontractors and crews.
Ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contract documents such as plans, specifications, proposals, and RFP requirements.
Maintain project schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
Align with the company's Mission, Vision, and Values.
Access active military installations.