Assistant Superintendent

NES Fircroft; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem

Job summary

A construction management company in Kentucky is looking for an experienced Assistant Superintendent to oversee daily site operations, manage subcontractors, and ensure safety compliance. The ideal candidate will have substantial on-site construction experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to quality. This role requires a Bachelor's in Construction Management or a related field along with certifications such as OSHA 30 and CPR. A career-oriented individual seeking long-term growth is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of on-site construction experience required.
• Proven experience in related roles like Assistant Superintendent.
• Strong safety standards knowledge and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily site operations and oversight.
• Manage subcontractors and ensure work quality.
• Conduct daily site walks to maintain safety.

Skills

On-site construction experience

Interpretation of construction drawings

Leadership presence

Communication skills

Handling multiple tasks

Education

Bachelor’s in Construction Management or related field

OSHA 30 certification

CPR certification

Tools

Procore

Job description

Requirements

• • 3–7 years of on-site construction experience (NOT entry-level).
• • Proven experience as an Assistant Superintendent, Field Engineer, or Site Coordinator on commercial or industrial projects.
• • Strong understanding of ground-up, tenant improvements, metal buildings (PEMB), or logistics/industrial projects- any of these is a plus.
• • Track record supporting a Superintendent or PM through start-to-finish project delivery.

Technical Knowledge

• • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specs, submittals, and RFIs.
• • Basic understanding of MEP systems, concrete, steel, civil/site work, building envelope, and interior trades.
• • Familiarity with Procore is a plus
• • Understanding of scheduling fundamentals (look-ahead schedules, manpower tracking).
• • Strong knowledge of site safety standards, OSHA requirements, and field compliance.

Responsibilities

• • Assist with daily site operations, coordination, and oversight.
• • Manage subcontractors: ensure manpower is present, work is progressing, and quality meets ARANCO standards.
• • Conduct daily site walks and maintain a clean, safe jobsite.
• • Tracking and generating:
  • • Daily logs
  • • Manpower reports
  • • Inspections
  • • Punch list
• • Attend OAC meetings, take notes, and communicate with General Superintendents and PMs on progress.
• • Handle field-level quality checks and ensure work aligns with drawings and specs.
• • Coordinate inspections, utility companies, vendors, and site logistics.
• • Initiate safety meetings, toolbox talks, and ensure compliance across all trades.
• • Help enforce schedule: push trades, eliminate downtime, and identify risks early.

Skills & Characteristics

• • Strong leadership presence on site, but humble enough to follow direction.
• • Excellent communication with subcontractors, PMs, and clients.
• • High level of organization, reliability, and urgency.
• • Ability to handle multiple tasks and stay calm under pressure.
• • Professional demeanor representing ARANCO on the jobsite.

Education (preferred but optional)

• • Bachelor’s in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field OR equivalent field experience.
• • OSHA 30 certification (or willingness to obtain immediately).
• • CPR certification (or willingness to obtain immediately).
• • Additional safety or trade certifications are a plus.

Compensation

• • Per Diem

Ideal Candidate Profile

• • Mid to late 20s
• • Already has solid field experience
• • Hungry to grow into a Superintendent role
• • Not afraid of 6am start times, long days, and field leadership
• • Wants to build a long-term career with ARANCO
• • Can handle jobsite pressure without attitude or ego