Assistant Superintendent

clark; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Construction is seeking an experienced construction professional for a field leadership role in Phoenix, AZ. The position involves supervising installation activities aligned with contract documents and schedules, ensuring safety, and managing field crews on heavy civil projects.

You will coordinate with subcontractors, monitor material deliveries, and optimize crew utilization while maintaining budgets and project milestones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related discipline preferred but not required.
• 3 to 6+ years of experience working on construction projects in a field role.
• Heavy civil construction experience preferred with emphasis on self-perform work and concrete construction.
• Demonstrated ability to direct the work of others, including subcontractors and suppliers.
• Working knowledge of the construction process including scheduling, contract administration, equipment, manpower, etc.
• Well-versed in safety and government regulations (e.g., OSHA) with success in implementation on a job site.
• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships, Builds People / Teams & Followership, Sets Direction & Executes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate installation of work in accordance with the contract documents, project schedule, and the planned sequence of work.
• Be aware of project milestone dates and the requirements to achieve them.
• Have thorough knowledge of the Contract Documents and the scope of work for the specific area(s) or trade(s) assigned.
• Develop an understanding of the duration of each activity.
• Apply knowledge of equipment capability and develop plans for optimum utilization.
• Know the scheduled delivery dates for all material and equipment that have a direct effect on the area(s)/trade(s) assigned.
• Supervise field workforce to assure that all work is put in place in the most cost-effective manner.
• Know the budgets for work that is being supervised.
• Determine causes and develop remedies when costs are not in line with budget, estimate, and/or reasonable expectations.
• Implement the safety program. Conduct regular, scheduled and unscheduled safety inspections to assure all working conditions and work habits are in compliance with company and government standards.
• Take remedial action when required. Establish a procedure for hazard recognition at the beginning of every new activity.
• Be thoroughly knowledgeable of all of the company's safety standards, manuals, and procedures.
• Maintain good working relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Proactively identify and develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win the right work.
• Take an active role in recruiting top industry talent to join the Clark team. Identify, hire, and retain outstanding people.
• Exceed our stakeholders' expectations by anticipating their needs, desires, and goals.

Skills

Leadership

Contract administration

Scheduling

Safety compliance

Self-perform construction

Team coordination

Education

Engineering/Architecture/Construction Management degree

Tools

Procore

PlanGrid

Field Wire

Bluebeam

P6

Job description

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate installation of work in accordance with the contract documents, project schedule, and the planned sequence of work. Be aware of project milestone dates and the requirements to achieve them
• Have thorough knowledge of the Contract Documents and the scope of work for the specific area(s) or trade(s) assigned
• Develop an understanding of the duration of each activity
• Apply knowledge of equipment capability and develop plans for optimum utilization
• Know the scheduled delivery dates for all material and equipment that have a direct effect on the area(s)/trade(s) assigned
• Supervise field workforce to assure that all work is put in place in the most cost-effective manner. Know the budgets for work that is being supervised. Determine causes and develop remedies when costs are not in line with budget, estimate, and/or reasonable expectations
• Implement the safety program. Conduct regular, scheduled and unscheduled safety inspections to assure all working conditions and work habits are in compliance with company and government standards. Take remedial action when required. Establish a procedure for hazard recognition at the beginning of every new activity. Be thoroughly knowledgeable of all of the company's safety standards, manuals, and procedures
• Maintain good working relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
• Proactively identify and develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win the right work
• Take an active role in recruiting top industry talent to join the Clark team. Identify, hire, and retain outstanding people
• Exceed our stakeholders' expectations by anticipating their needs, desires, and goals

Basic Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related discipline preferred but not required
• 3 to 6+ years of experience working on construction projects in a field role
• Heavy civil construction experience required with an emphasis on self-perform work and concrete construction highly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to direct the work of others, including subcontractors and suppliers
• Working knowledge of the construction process including scheduling, contract administration, equipment, manpower, etc
• Well-versed in safety and government regulations (eg , OSHA) with success in implementation on a job site
• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships, Builds People / Teams & Followership, Sets Direction & Executes

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of construction management software platforms and tools including Procore, PlanGrid, Field Wire, Bluebeam, and P6

The Physical Side of the Role

This is an active, hands-on role. You can expect to be on your feet frequently, navigating active job sites with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists. The work is physically demanding and requires a full range of motion, including bending, kneeling, and reaching. You'll need to be comfortable frequently lifting and carrying materials up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. This role requires the ability to communicate effectively, as well as visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting work. The role does include desk time in the office that may require prolonged periods of sitting for tasks like computer work, document review, and meetings.

Your Work Environment

You’ll spend a significant amount of your time on active construction sites, which means being adaptable to all kinds of weather and moderate to loud noise levels, and comfortable in elevated or confined work areas with moving mechanical equipment and with the fast-paced nature of a project in progress. You will also spend time in a typical office setting with moderate noise levels. Your safety is our top priority, and you’ll be expected to follow Clark Construction's safety policies and procedures and all applicable laws, at all locations.

Our High-Performing Culture

This is a demanding, high-performance environment. We are looking for candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success in this role requires significant commitment, including flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines. Beyond regular working hours, there will be occas