Assistant Superintendent

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Recently ranked as a best U.S. construction workplace by Fortune Magazine, MLJ Contracting is driven by passion and built on trust. When you work at MLJ, you work for a company that values your well-being, your talent, and your career aspirations. If you are looking for a fulfilling career, come join our family and turn big ideas into even bigger realities.

As a premier general contractor in the heavy construction market, MLJ Contracting successfully performs major public works projects for client agencies across the New York city area. Proud of our quality workmanship and engaging projects, we always maintain the highest standards of safety and professionalism. Want to build a career that stands the test of time? Join MLJ and lay the foundation for a better future.

The Assistant Superintendent works in partnership with the Project Management team to build a safe, high-quality project. This position is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations in the field including safety, quality, productivity, equipment management and subcontractor management. The Assistant Superintendent is responsible for the planning and scheduling of activities as well as estimating the cost of activities against project budgets.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS

• 4-year Engineering Degree or equivalent field experience
• OSHA-30 and SST Certification preferred.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct day to day on-site supervision of field labor force.
• Inspection of self-performed and Subcontractor operations to ensure compliance with contract.
• Review and approve Trade Contractor Payment Applications with Project Manager.
• Maintain good relationships with internal and external clients, including representatives of Owner and Architect/Engineer.
• Develop and maintain site logistics plan, in coordination with Project Manager.
• Conduct quality inspections.
• Coordinate site testing and inspection efforts.
• Monitor costs, including labor time and material.
• Demonstrate commitment to an Injury-Free Environment through personal actions and mentoring others.
• Manage schedules, including preparation of detailed short-term schedules and ensuring all activities take place on or ahead of scheduled dates.
• Prepare and submit Superintendent's Daily Reports.
• Attend and participate in project meetings and coordinate meetings.
• Perform any other ad-hoc duties assigned
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit and climb as necessary.
• The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

QUALIFICATIONS OF THE POSITION

• 5 years of Civil Construction.
• MTA C&D or MNR Experience on Design Build contracts or other Transit Environment Preferred
• Familiarity with terms and conditions of Project Contracts, Subcontracts, and Purchase Orders.
• Strong ability to read drawings and specifications.
• Strong understanding of the Design Build Project Delivery process
• Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Bluebeam and Microsoft Office products.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exhibits strong leadership qualities.
• Strong decision making/problem solving skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Must be safety oriented.

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