Assistant Project Superintendent

Job Summary

The Construction Assistant Project Superintendent supports the Project Superintendent in the day-to-day management, coordination, and supervision of construction activities on the jobsite. This position helps ensure that work is performed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with approved plans, specifications, quality standards, and company requirements.

The Assistant Project Superintendent works closely with the Superintendent, Project Manager, subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, architects, engineers, and field personnel to coordinate site operations, monitor progress, maintain quality, and resolve field issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Superintendent with the daily management and supervision of construction activities.
• Help coordinate subcontractors, vendors, laborers, equipment, materials, and deliveries.
• Monitor daily construction activities to ensure work is progressing according to the project schedule.
• Assist with developing and maintaining short-term and look-ahead schedules.
• Conduct daily site walks to monitor progress, workmanship, safety, housekeeping, and site conditions.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and project documents to support field operations.
• Help coordinate the sequencing of multiple trades and subcontractors.
• Communicate daily priorities, schedule requirements, and site expectations to subcontractors and field personnel.
• Assist with daily jobsite meetings, subcontractor coordination meetings, and safety meetings.
• Monitor manpower, equipment, material deliveries, and overall productivity.
• Identify potential schedule conflicts, site issues, and construction deficiencies and communicate them to the Superintendent and Project Manager.
• Assist with quality-control inspections and ensure deficiencies are identified and corrected.
• Help verify that construction work is performed in accordance with plans, specifications, applicable codes, and project requirements.
• Support implementation and enforcement of company and project-specific safety policies and OSHA requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite.
• Assist with coordinating inspections, testing, deliveries, site logistics, and temporary facilities.
• Document daily activities, site conditions, manpower, deliveries, weather, and significant project events.
• Assist with tracking RFIs, submittals, field changes, and potential change-order work.
• Communicate field conditions and construction issues to the Project Superintendent and Project Manager.
• Help monitor subcontractor performance and adherence to contract requirements.
• Assist with punch-list development, completion, and verification.
• Support project closeout activities, including inspections, warranties, as-built documentation, and turnover requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Superintendent or Project Manager.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of construction experience preferred.
• Previous experience as an Assistant Superintendent, Field Engineer, Foreman, Project Engineer, or similar construction role is a plus.
• Knowledge of general construction practices, sequencing, materials, and jobsite operations.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications.
• Basic understanding of construction scheduling and project coordination.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with subcontractors, vendors, field personnel, and project management.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify construction issues.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced jobsite environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software preferred.
• Experience with Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Bluebeam, PlanGrid, or similar platforms is a plus.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license may be required.

Key Competencies

• Jobsite coordination
• Field supervision
• Construction scheduling
• Subcontractor coordination
• Safety awareness
• Quality control
• Construction documentation
• Problem-solving
• Communication
• Organization
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Leadership development

Career Development

This position is intended to provide hands-on experience in construction supervision and project execution. The Assistant Project Superintendent will have the opportunity to develop the skills necessary to progress into a Project Superintendent or Senior Superintendent role.

Working Conditions

This is primarily a field-based position requiring regular presence on an active construction site. The position may involve walking and standing for extended periods, climbing stairs or ladders, working around construction equipment, and exposure to varying weather, noise, dust, and other typical jobsite conditions.

All required personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn while on the jobsite. Early mornings, evenings, weekends, or extended hours may occasionally be required to support project schedules and critical milestones.

Performance Expectations

Success in this position is measured by the ability to effectively support the Project Superintendent, maintain a safe and organized jobsite, coordinate subcontractors and daily activities, identify and communicate field issues, maintain quality standards, support the project schedule, and contribute to the successful completion of the project.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000