Assistant Superintendent

VPG Enterprise; New Orleans (LA); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Vehicle Allowance

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Résumé du poste

VPG Construction in New Orleans, LA is seeking a battle-tested Commercial Assistant Superintendent to own field execution on complex projects. You will lead scheduling, coordinate trades, enforce safety, and protect quality and budget throughout the build.

As the on-site leader, you’ll direct a diverse team, collaborate with the Superintendent, and drive daily progress while maintaining a sharp eye for risk and compliance with plans and specs.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as an Assistant Superintendent on commercial construction projects.
• Deep familiarity with sequencing, methods, and OSHA safety standards.
• Proficient in field documentation and scheduling using Procore.
• Strong leadership and communication with field teams and office staff.

Responsabilités

• Assist in project scheduling and subcontractor coordination to meet deadlines.
• Support Superintendent in maintaining safety, quality, and budget compliance.
• Facilitate daily communication with subcontractors and field staff.
• Conduct site inspections and participate in toolbox talks and safety meetings.
• Review drawings and specifications to ensure accurate execution by subs.
• Monitor progress and report deviations to the Superintendent.

Connaissances

Assistant Superintendent experience

Sequencing expertise

OSHA safety standards

Leadership & communication

Outils

Procore

Description du poste

RUN THE SITE LIKE YOU OWN IT. BUILD YOUR LEGACY.

At VPG Construction, we don’t micromanage the field — we empower it. We’re looking for a battle-tested Commercial Assistant Superintendent who can lead complex jobsites with confidence and discipline. You'll be trusted to own the schedule, direct the trades, and deliver high-quality projects on time and on budget.

If you know how to walk onto a jobsite and make order out of chaos, let’s talk.

Why Build at VPG?

• Full autonomy — Your jobsite is your ship. You run it.
• Lean and efficient — Direct access to PMs and executives.
• Real growth — Advance toward General Superintendent or Field Ops leadership.

What You'll Do:

As an Assistant Superintendent, you support the Superintendent and project team in delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards. Your role involves assisting in project scheduling, subcontractor coordination, safety enforcement, quality control, and compliance with construction plans and specifications.

• Facilitate daily communication with subcontractors and field staff to align on tasks and schedules.
• Assist in resolving conflicts or issues between team members or subcontractors on-site.
• Support the Superintendent in maintaining a positive morale among the project team.
• Conduct regular site inspections to verify compliance with safety protocols and quality standards.
• Assist in organizing and leading safety meetings and toolbox talks.
• Identify potential hazards or quality issues early and work with the Superintendent to implement corrective actions.
• Monitor daily activities for potential risks or delays and report findings to the Superintendent.
• Collaborate with the project team to develop solutions for challenges as they arise.
• Assist in implementing contingency plans for anticipated risks to minimize disruptions.
• Review drawings and specifications regularly to ensure accurate execution by subcontractors.
• Assist in verifying that subcontractors meet their contractual obligations before starting work on-site.
• Document non-compliance issues thoroughly and coordinate corrective actions with the Superintendent.
• Assist in preparing daily and weekly schedules for field activities under the guidance of the Superintendent.
• Monitor progress against schedules and report any deviations or delays promptly.
• Communicate schedule updates effectively to subcontractors and other stakeholders as directed by the Superintendent.

Requirements:

• 1+ years of experience as a Asst. Superintendent on commercial construction projects.
• Deep familiarity with sequencing, methods, and OSHA safety standards.
• Proficient in field documentation, scheduling tools, and Procore.
• Skilled at reviewing and interpreting complex construction plans.
• Strong leadership and communication with both field teams and office staff.

Bonus Experience:

• Prior field experience in the trades.
• Familiarity with Louisiana subcontractors, inspectors, and permitting.
• Bilingual Spanish/English (preferred but not required).

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Vehicle Allowance
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Greater New Orleans Area