MEP Assistant Superintendent - Commercial

Atlantic Constructors•Louisa, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Atlantic Constructors is seeking a motivated and reliable Assistant Superintendent to join its commercial construction team. Based out of the Richmond office, the role supports projects in the Greater Richmond Area and is suited to someone with experience in ground-up or large-scale commercial building projects. The Assistant Superintendent works closely with the Project Superintendent and Project Manager to execute mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) construction activities, manage daily site operations, enforce safety standards, maintain schedules, and support quality assurance. The position offers hands-on experience on commercial projects and an opportunity to advance in construction management. The role oversees a specific trade on a larger project and supervises MEP field foremen. It includes coordinating with engineering, estimating, project, and quality-control teams; reviewing drawings and schedules; planning labor and resources; monitoring job costs and project progress; and helping crews meet productivity, safety, and quality expectations. The Assistant Superintendent also builds effective relationships with clients, customers, vendors, and project teams. The position has supervisory responsibilities and may involve travel to multiple job sites, typically without overnight stays. The work may take place indoors or outdoors in varying temperatures and inclement weather, in areas with moderate or high noise, dust or other airborne particles, confined spaces, or elevated locations. The role routinely uses construction equipment, heavy machinery, hand tools, and power tools. Physical activities may include working aloft, climbing, bending, pulling, reaching overhead, standing or walking for extended periods, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements include identifying colors in coded cables or wires and having close, distance, depth, peripheral, and focus-adjustment vision.

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience as a General Foreman, General Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, or equivalent combination of vocational training and experience.
Ability to successfully supervise large crews of 10 or more; prior experience supervising large teams.
Knowledge of man-hour reports, job-cost reports, workforce planning, and estimating.
Advanced understanding of construction cost control, forecasting, and goal setting.
Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work across varied disciplines.
Ability to present information effectively to customers, clients, and colleagues.
OSHA 30 and CPR.
Knowledge of how to read, interpret, and work with design drawings (isometric and orthographic), design guides, specifications, support drawings, and contract documents; ability to coordinate subcontractors on site.
Ability to multitask, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, attend to detail, and solve problems.
Must adhere to company policies and procedures.
Must be available and able to report to multiple job sites as assigned.
Ability to correctly identify all colors of color-coded cables or wires and meet the stated vision requirements.
Ability to perform the stated physical activities, including lifting up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Seven years of experience in a heavy mechanical construction environment as a General Foreman, General Superintendent, or Assistant Superintendent.
Prior military experience.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Responsibilities

Supervise field foremen for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades, including large crews.
Oversee a specific trade on a larger project in coordination with the Superintendent or Senior Superintendent.
Perform skilled construction tasks and coordinate with engineering, estimating, project, and quality-control teams to meet drawing, specification, and schedule requirements.
Coordinate required materials, equipment, inspections, and support for craft activities.
Guide crews in budgeting and scheduling, and manage workforce planning and labor projections.
Address construction issues, monitor productivity and compliance with project safety requirements, and document and implement corrective actions.
Coordinate site safety.
Review two-week look-ahead schedules and hold weekly meetings with foremen to review trade-specific schedules and goals.
Ensure foremen order and stage materials for crews.
Track project progress and use AXIOM to review foremen’s daily logs and notes, identify constraints, and help trades meet or outperform estimates.
Understand project job costs and contract obligations, inclusions, and exclusions; assist with labor projections; and review job costs and projection metrics with trade foremen and the Superintendent.
Review drawings and participate in VDC reviews and coordination meetings.
Review schedules and confirm areas are available for installation.
Manage manpower and ensure tools, rental equipment, and materials are available when needed.
Engage foremen in planning for efficiency and foster a positive work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.