Assistant Superintendent

J.H. Findorff & Son Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned (ESOP)

Stable backlog

Local work

Diverse portfolio

People-first culture

Job summary

Findorff is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to lead field operations in Milwaukee, coordinating people, materials, equipment, and subcontractors to keep projects moving safely and on schedule.

You will work closely with foremen, project teams, and trade partners to support goals, develop field talent, and foster a collaborative jobsite culture where teams can excel.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in commercial construction.
• Experience leading field crews and coordinating activities.
• Ability to plan, schedule, and anticipate challenges.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods and safety.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead field operations by coordinating daily construction activities, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Plan ahead to keep crews productive and on schedule; develop short-interval plans.
• Champion safety and quality by enforcing policies and leading safety meetings.
• Drive results by identifying roadblocks and making timely decisions.
• Communicate with project managers, field teams, and partners to resolve conflicts.

Skills

Leadership

Project scheduling

Field coordination

Safety knowledge

Communication

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Tools

Construction equipment

Job description

Findorff is a local construction firm that has proudly served the Milwaukee area for more than 50 years, delivering best-in-class construction services to projects of all sizes. We are driven by strong relationships, expert craftsmanship, and a deep commitment to the communities we serve.

What We Are Looking For

• 10+ years of experience in commercial construction
• Demonstrated experience leading field crews, coordinating activities, and driving project execution
• Proven ability to plan and organize work, anticipate challenges, and maintain project schedules
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, tools, equipment, materials, and jobsite safety practices
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, decision making, and conflict resolution skills

What You'll Do

As an Assistant Superintendent with Findorff, you'll help lead field operations by coordinating people, materials, equipment, and subcontractors to keep projects moving safely, efficiently, and on schedule. You'll work closely with foremen, project teams, and other trade partners to support project goals. As a hands‑on leader, you'll play an important role in developing field talent, solving problems, and building a collaborative jobsite culture where people can do their best work.

• Lead Field Operations: Coordinate daily construction activities, material deliveries, equipment, and subcontractor functions to support project schedules, budgets, and production goals. Monitor progress, maintain quality standards, and address challenges before they become larger issues.
• Plan and Coordinate Work: Plan ahead to keep crews productive and work progressing as scheduled. Develop short-interval plans, coordinate with other trades, anticipate resource needs, and ensure materials, tools, and equipment are available when needed.
• Champion Safety & Quality: Lead by example in maintaining a safe jobsite and enforcing Findorff safety policies. Support daily huddles, safety meetings, and pre-task planning while ensuring work meets established quality standards and project requirements.
• Drive Results: Identify potential roadblocks, evaluate solutions, and make timely decisions that support safety, quality, schedule, and profitability. Manage changing project conditions professionally, hold teams accountable to expectations, and take ownership of project outcomes.
• Communicate and Build Relationships: Maintain clear, consistent communication with project managers, field teams, subcontractors, union officials, customers, and other industry partners. Lead jobsite meetings, address concerns, and work collaboratively to resolve conflicts and keep teams aligned.

Why Findorff

• Employee-owned (ESOP) to build long-term wealth alongside your career
• Stable, predictable backlog driven by long-term client relationships with over 90% of our work with repeat clients
• Local work with most projects within an hour of your main office
• Diverse portfolio to expand your experience across multiple market sectors
• People-first culture grounded in respect, collaboration, and doing the right thing

Plus:

competitive compensation, 401(k) + contributions, profit sharing, generous PTO, paid parental leave, and strong career development support.

Diversity matters. Findorff recognizes the talents of all, appreciating the different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives that make us a stronger company and partner for the communities we live and work in.

Findorff provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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