Assistant Superintendent

MaineGuide; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 76,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineGuide is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to help with daily on-site management of construction activities on the project site. Reporting to the Superintendent and General Superintendent, you will oversee safety, coordination with subcontractors, and progress tracking.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in CM or Civil Engineering, 0–5 years of construction experience, OSHA 30, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CM or Civil Eng preferred.
• 0–5 years in construction or related field.
• OSHA 30 certification required.
• Understanding of building plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Help administer project safety program to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
• Provide technical assistance on the project, interpret contract drawings and submittals.
• Manage select self-perform operations and subcontractor operations including safety, budget, schedule, and quality.
• Assist Superintendent and Project Manager with daily and weekly tasks including daily reports, daily safety walks, weekly quantity reports, and weekly schedule updates.
• Understand the project schedule and the critical path.
• Review and provide content for the short-term plan.
• Participate in the quality program including attending meetings, performing inspections, and verifying materials.
• Interface with client representatives, A-E representatives, other contractors, and various building officials in a professional manner when required.
• Participate in business development. Create Raving Fans on current projects. Utilize contacts to initiate leads for future projects.
• Participate in monthly superintendent's meetings, quarterly safety meetings, and periodic training sessions.
• Develop skills required to become a Superintendent and manage and control all aspects of a construction project.

Skills

Self-starter

Leadership

Communication

Initiative

Problem-solving

Motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time

FSLA: Salary/Exempt

Division: Field Operations

Department: Field Operations

Reports to: Superintendent & General Superintendent

Supervisory Duties: Yes

Salary Range: $76,000 - $89,000

Reporting directly to the Superintendent and General Superintendent, the Assistant Superintendent will help with daily on-site management of construction activities on the project site.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Help administer project safety program to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
• Provides technical assistance on the project, interprets contract drawings and submittals.
• Manage select self-perform operations and subcontractor operations including safety, budget, schedule, and quality.
• Assist Superintendent and Project Manager with daily and weekly tasks including daily reports, daily safety walks, weekly quantity reports, and weekly schedule updates.
• Understand the project schedule and the critical path.
• Review and provide content for the short-term plan.
• Participate in the quality program including attending meetings, performing inspections, and verifying materials.
• Interface with client representatives, A-E representatives, other contractors, and various building officials in a professional manner when required.
• Participate in business development. Create Raving Fans on current projects. Utilize contacts to initiate leads for future projects.
• Participate in monthly superintendent's meetings, quarterly safety meetings, and periodic training sessions.
• Develop skills required to become a Superintendent and manage and control all aspects of a construction project.

Key Skills

• Self-starter with ability to set goals and tasks with strong leadership skills.
• Strongcommunication skills.
• Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities.
• Motivated and driven.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree required, preferred in Construction Management/Civil Engineering.
• 0-5 years of experience in the construction field or related field in a similar role.
• Understands building plans and specifications.
• Knowledge of safety standards and enforcement.
• OSHA 30 Required.