Assistant Superintendent

Speedwell Construction; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Speedwell Construction, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to support day-to-day field operations on commercial projects. The role blends hands-on field work with learning critical aspects of project management, safety, quality, and team coordination.

You will assist with planning, subcontractor coordination, material logistics, and safety compliance while developing leadership and technical skills on active sites.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• OSHA 10 Construction certification is required.
• Basic ability to read construction drawings is required.
• Entry-level commercial or residential construction experience is required.
• Basic working knowledge of IT systems is required.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Multi-story construction experience including post-tension concrete is a plus.
• CPR/First Aid certification is preferred.
• Experience working across multiple construction trades is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled construction work across multiple trades to support daily field operations and project progress.
• Assist with daily planning and coordination of subcontractor activities for workflow, site logistics, and schedule milestones.
• Support the Superintendent with short-interval planning and crew coordination.
• Assist with coordination of material deliveries and staging to prevent delays or congestion.
• Support jobsite safety compliance by monitoring OSHA requirements and Safety Standards.

Skills

Attitude

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Planning & Organizing

Adaptability

Dependability

Initiative

Ownership

Respectful interactions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

OSHA 10 Construction certification

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

Reading construction drawings

Job description

SPEEDWELL CONSTRUCTION, INC.

Assistant Superintendent

Full-Time Non-Exempt Field-Based Mon-Fri, 40-45 hrs/week

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Superintendent supports the day-to-day field operations of commercial construction projects while continuing to develop technical and leadership skills. This role demonstrates a solid understanding of common construction practices, strong attention to cost control and schedule adherence, and the ability to complete assigned administrative tasks with minimal supervision.

Time is divided between hands-on field work and learning the fundamentals of managing commercial construction projects, with a focus on safety, quality, and team coordination.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform skilled construction work across multiple trades to support daily field operations and project progress
• Assist with daily planning and coordination of subcontractor activities for workflow, site logistics, and schedule milestones
• Support the Superintendent with short-interval planning (look-ahead planning, task sequencing, crew coordination)
• Assist with the coordination of material deliveries and staging to prevent delays or congestion
• Support jobsite safety compliance by monitoring OSHA requirements and Speedwell Safety Standards, correcting hazards, and reporting concerns
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized jobsite, including the construction office, storage areas, and work zones
• Assist in maintaining quality standards by monitoring workmanship across all phases of construction
• Participate in plan and specification reviews to identify scope requirements, coordination needs, and information for on-time project completion
• Help verify that required permits, inspections, and approvals are in place before work begins
• Assist the Superintendent with owner, architect, and inspector interactions during site visits and meetings
• Support punch list creation, tracking, and closeout activities
• Represent Speedwell Construction professionally in all relationships with subcontractors, clients, and coworkers
• Participate in ongoing training related to safety, quality, and construction best practices
• Demonstrate continuous development of leadership, communication, and technical skills

KEY COMPETENCIES

Attitude

Positive, professional toward work, partners, and customers

Communication

Clear verbal and written; timely and professional responses

Teamwork

Contributes to morale, shared goals, and coworker success

Leadership

Sound decisions under pressure; communicates expectations

Planning & Organizing

Prioritizes effectively; anticipates resource needs

Adaptability

Adjusts to shifting priorities and unexpected challenges

Dependability

Completes tasks on schedule; flexible when project demands

Initiative

Proactively seeks responsibility and professional development

Ownership

Takes accountability; applies lessons learned to improve Professionalism

Respectful, tactful interactions at all times

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• OSHA 10 Construction certification
• Basic ability to read construction drawings
• Entry-level commercial or residential construction experience
• Basic working knowledge of IT systems
• Valid driver's license Preferred
• Multi-story construction experience, including post-tension concrete
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Experience working across multiple construction trades

WORK DETAILS

Work Environment: Active indoor and outdoor construction jobsites; varying weather, elevated noise, dust, and operating equipment

Physical Requirements: Sit, stand, walk, climb, crawl, kneel, crouch, reach, grasp, pull; safely lift and carry up to 50 lbs; navigate uneven terrain

Schedule: Full-time, non-exempt | Monday-Friday | ~40-45 hours/week | Additional hours may be required based on project demands

Travel: Regular travel to assigned jobsites required; occasional travel for training or company meetings

Pre-Employment: Drug screening, background check, Motor Vehicle Record review, and valid driver's license required

Speedwell Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This job description is not a comprehensive list of all duties. Responsibilities may change at any time to meet business needs.