Assistant Superintendent- Entry Level
The Assistant Superintendent supports the Project Superintendent and Manager by overseeing day-to-day field construction activities, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to quality standards. This role involves managing diverse commercial construction projects, coordinating teams, enforcing safety and quality protocols, and maintaining positive client relationships while traveling to various job sites.
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Overview
Confidential Client is hiring a Traveling Assistant Superintendent (Entry Level) based in Chesterfield, MO. This hands-on role supports Project Superintendents and Project Managers to deliver safe, on-time, high-quality commercial construction projects. This position is ideal for a motivated construction professional with on-site supervisory experience who wants to grow into larger project leadership responsibilities and is open to travel between job sites.
- Estimated pay: $89,862 per year (estimated)
- Employment type: Full time
What You’ll Do
The Assistant Superintendent will support day-to-day field operations to maintain schedule, quality, safety and budget performance on assigned projects. Key responsibilities include:
- Direct, coordinate and monitor on-site construction activities.
- Work closely with the Project Superintendent and Project Manager on planning and supervising field work.
- Read and interpret blueprints, specifications and contract documents to plan procedures.
- Enforce safety and quality standards; conduct audits and inspections.
- Track and record personnel, production and operational data.
- Conduct weekly issues/status meetings and distribute meeting minutes.
- Identify project risks, recommend solutions and coordinate corrective actions.
- Assist with project closeout and demobilization activities.
- Maintain positive client relationships and support repeat business opportunities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Candidates should demonstrate an early-career track record in commercial construction supervision and the ability to work on varied project types:
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field preferred.
- 3+ years’ on-site supervisory experience in commercial construction (foreman or similar roles acceptable).
- Prior supervision on ground-up projects of ~$5M+ preferred.
- Solid knowledge of construction principles, methods and best practices.
- Ability to read/interpret drawings, specs and schedules.
- Strong problem-solving, leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
- Physically able to walk job sites, climb ladders/scaffolding and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Self-motivated, highly organized, detail-oriented and safety-focused.
Benefits & Incentives
Confidential Client offers a comprehensive benefits package and programs to support your financial, career and wellness goals, including:
- 100% employee ownership (ESOP)
- Competitive salary with annual merit increases and annual bonus program
- Company-contributed 401(k)
- Medical, dental and vision plans with HSA
- Continuing education reimbursement and annual performance reviews
- Paid parental leave, paid birthday off, seven paid holidays + three floating holidays
- Service awards including paid sabbaticals and milestone bonuses
- Work-life balance initiatives, team events and community involvement
Working Conditions
- Primarily outdoor work at construction sites with exposure to varying weather and moderate-to-loud noise.
- Physical requirements include frequent standing, walking, climbing, bending and lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Travel between job sites required; workweeks may exceed 40 hours during busy phases.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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