Assistant Superintendent

Assistant Superintendent

Full-Time • Non-Exempt • Field-Based • Mon–Fri, 40–45 hrs/week

The Assistant Superintendent supports the day-to-day field operations of commercial construction projects while continuing to develop technical and leadership skills. This role demonstrates a solid understanding of common construction practices, strong attention to cost control and schedule adherence, and the ability to complete assigned administrative tasks with minimal supervision.

Time is divided between hands-on field work and learning the fundamentals of managing commercial construction projects, with a focus on safety, quality, and team coordination.

• Perform skilled construction work across multiple trades to support daily field operations and project progress

• Assist with daily planning and coordination of subcontractor activities for workflow, site logistics, and schedule milestones

• Support the Superintendent with short-interval planning (look-ahead planning, task sequencing, crew coordination)

• Assist with the coordination of material deliveries and staging to prevent delays or congestion

• Support jobsite safety compliance by monitoring OSHA requirements and Speedwell Safety Standards, correcting hazards, and reporting concerns

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized jobsite, including the construction office, storage areas, and work zones

• Assist in maintaining quality standards by monitoring workmanship across all phases of construction

• Participate in plan and specification reviews to identify scope requirements, coordination needs, and information for on-time project completion

• Help verify that required permits, inspections, and approvals are in place before work begins

• Assist the Superintendent with owner, architect, and inspector interactions during site visits and meetings

• Support punch list creation, tracking, and closeout activities

• Represent Speedwell Construction professionally in all relationships with subcontractors, clients, and coworkers

• Participate in ongoing training related to safety, quality, and construction best practices

• Demonstrate continuous development of leadership, communication, and technical skills

Positive, professional toward work, partners, and customers

Clear verbal and written; timely and professional responses

Contributes to morale, shared goals, and coworker success

Sound decisions under pressure; communicates expectations

Prioritizes effectively; anticipates resource needs

Adjusts to shifting priorities and unexpected challenges

Completes tasks on schedule; flexible when project demands

Proactively seeks responsibility and professional development

Takes accountability; applies lessons learned to improve Professionalism

Respectful, tactful interactions at all times

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• OSHA 10 Construction certification

• Basic ability to read construction drawings

• Entry-level commercial or residential construction experience

• Basic working knowledge of IT systems

• Valid driver's license Preferred

• Multi-story construction experience, including post-tension concrete

• CPR/First Aid certification

• Experience working across multiple construction trades

Work Environment: Active indoor and outdoor construction jobsites; varying weather, elevated noise, dust, and operating equipment

Physical Requirements: Sit, stand, walk, climb, crawl, kneel, crouch, reach, grasp, pull; safely lift and carry up to 50 lbs; navigate uneven terrain

Schedule: Full-time, non-exempt | Monday–Friday | ~40–45 hours/week | Additional hours may be required based on project demands

Travel: Regular travel to assigned jobsites required; occasional travel for training or company meetings

Pre-Employment: Drug screening, background check, Motor Vehicle Record review, and valid driver's license required

Speedwell Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This job description is not a comprehensive list of all duties. Responsibilities may change at any time to meet business needs.