BL Harbert International is looking for an Assistant Superintendent for a project in Kingsport, TN.

The Assistant Superintendent’s responsibility includes supporting the Sr. Project Superintendent with managing the overall day-to-day supervision of field related construction activities for the project. Responsibilities include: implementation and enforcement of safety policies, directing craft personnel and subcontractors; scheduling and sequencing the day to day activities of work; overseeing individual projects to assure compliance with the scope and quality as established by the contract documents; proactively anticipating and solving problems that could delay construction; promoting and instilling BLHI’s values into the workforce; managing the permit and inspection process, physically inspecting projects to monitor progress and compliance with project standards; maintaining QC/QA files and updating as-built drawings; and assist in regularly scheduled progress meetings.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensuring that all projects are performed in accordance with contractual and quality standards and up to code
• Scheduling and directing the daily activities of work and taking necessary action to assure that the project objectives of cleanliness, safety, price, schedule, quality and process are met
• Development, procurement, and enforcement of safety policies and procedures
• Maintaining daily paperwork such as timecards, field reports, schedule updates and E-mail correspondence to keep the various people involved with the project informed of important issues
• Implementing incremental project schedules that make sure upcoming events are on track and are being proactively attended to
• Promoting and maintaining a culture that supports our corporate principles
• Conducting and/or attending pre-construction, progress and other project and staff meetings
• Monitor staffing needs, evaluate performance, and address employee relation issues as warranted for field staff

Requirements:

• Must be able to assist with managing employees and have strong leadership skills
• Must have experience in general contracting (concrete, steel erection, light gage metal framing, interior & exterior finishes, and display advanced MEPF systems)
• Must have thorough knowledge of OSHA's requirements for construction safety and have attended an OSHA 10 hour certification in the last five years
• Must be able to read and decipher construction documents
• Must be able to identify quality workmanship as it relates to building codes, industry standards, and contract documents
• Must be able to produce, maintain, and direct the project schedule

Qualifications and Experience:

• 1-3 years’ experience as an assistant superintendent with 3 years of total construction experience
• Experience in construction management, commercial/hospitality, buildings and infrastructure
• Degree in Construction Management, engineering, or comparable degree
• Experience managing project budgets, developing and maintaining schedules, and owner relationships
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be open to relocation

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Construction management: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person