Assistant Construction Manager

National Association of Women in Construction; Point Pleasant (WV); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Industrial LLC is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager to support field operations on complex industrial projects in West Virginia. The role requires strong attention to safety, quality, and schedule, with 5 years of experience and ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

The position emphasizes collaboration with field teams, superintendent coordination, and accurate reporting using MS Word, Excel, and Primavera.

Qualifications

• 5 years' experience in construction management or related field.
• Experience on projects $50M+; design-build a plus.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specs.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily field operations.
• Coordinate Superintendent activities.
• Monitor productivity and progress.
• Support work planning efforts.
• Assist with field issue resolution.
• Support project reporting and coordination.
• Facilitate communication between disciplines.

Skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Effective communication

Reading & interpreting drawings

Teamwork

Time management

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Construction Management/engineering degree preferred

Tools

Primavera

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Sterling Industrial, LLC

Assistant Construction Manager

1816-356

Sterling Industrial, headquartered in Evansville, Indiana was founded and incorporated in 1982. Our company began and grew from a need for swift, reliable service for utilities in southern Indiana. Meeting the needs of utilities through small emergencies, we found an increasing need to add pipefitters and millwrights to our operation, and from there our company continued to grow.

As a multi-craft union contractor, we provide civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical services for new construction and maintenance/retrofit projects. Our core markets include power generation, metals, pulp/paper, plastics, and chemical markets. We pride ourselves on being a full-service contractor attentive and responsive to the needs of our customers; providing a full range of services and solutions for construction and maintenance projects.

Purpose

Supports management of field construction activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily field operations.
• Coordinate Superintendent activities.
• Monitor productivity and progress.
• Support work planning efforts.
• Assist with field issue resolution.
• Support project reporting and coordination.
• Facilitate communication between disciplines.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirement

• 5 years' experience.
• Heavy Industrial work experience preferred
• Experience with projects $50M or above
• Design-Build experience a plus
• Problem-solving skills
• Decision-making skills
• Effective listening skills
• Negotiation skills
• Attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Primavera.
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Degree in Construction Management and/or engineering preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 10 lbs.
• The ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments. May have to walk up flights of stairs, uneven surfaces, or climb a ladder.

Sterling Industrial LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, protected activity, or other non-merit factors.

Point Pleasant, West Virginia, United States

Full-Time/Regular

PI286334131