Assistant Superintendent

The Opportunity

You will play a vital role in the Jcorp Design Build Team by supporting the successful execution of diverse real estate development and construction projects. This position offers a clear path for professional growth, allowing you to learn from seasoned experts while ensuring our job sites remain safe, organized, and efficient. You will be part of a company that values local roots and provides the tools necessary to build a fulfilling career in the real estate industry.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Assist the Senior Superintendent in observing and managing all aspects of construction from groundbreaking to project completion.
• Monitor job site activities daily to ensure strict compliance with building safety codes and as-built conditions.
• Engaged in hands-on job site labor tasks and site maintenance to keep projects moving forward efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and highly organized job site environment to facilitate peak performance from all trade partners.
• Coordinate with the Project Management team to provide onsite follow-up and support for technical questions.
• Review project plans and schedules to help ensure all builds remain on time and within the established budget.
• Supervise onsite laborers and foremen to ensure quality standards are met across every phase of the project.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in a construction-related role (commercial or residential experience preferred).
• Strong foundational knowledge of construction methods, materials, and onsite safety practices.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints, project documents, and site schedules.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced team environment.
• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive, hands-on approach to daily challenges.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.
• Experience operating project management or scheduling software.
• Demonstrated desire to grow into a lead Superintendent role through mentorship and field experience.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $60k–$75k based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health and dental options.
• Supportive team culture that values your professional development.
• Opportunity to work on high-visibility projects that impact the local Ankeny and Des Moines communities.
• Clear career advancement opportunities within the Caliber Company family of services.