Assistant Superintendent

Clark Construction Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision benefits

Paid time off

401k retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading construction firm in San Diego seeks an Assistant Superintendent to coordinate field operations on construction projects. The role requires overseeing work according to schedule, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing budgets effectively. Candidates ideally have 3-6 years of experience in heavy civil construction, effective leadership skills, and a strong background in safety regulations. This position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3 to 6+ years of experience in construction projects in a field role.
• Heavy civil construction experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to direct work with subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate installation of work per project schedule.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and implement safety programs.
• Develop relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.

Skills

Leadership in construction

Safety compliance knowledge (OSHA)

Budget management

Scheduling

Education

Undergraduate degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Procore

PlanGrid

Bluebeam

Job description

The Assistant Superintendent coordinates field operations for specific areas and/or specific self-performed and subcontracted trades on a project. Assistant Superintendents ensure that construction work is completed according to a project’s planned sequence and schedule, and implement and enforce pertinent safety and quality control procedures.

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 work force 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

• NAVFAC experience is a plus
• Working knowledge of construction management software platforms and tools including Procore, PlanGrid, FieldWire, Bluebeam, and P6

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 occasions where business needs require your attention, particularly for time-sensitive matters or emergencies. You are expected to monitor and respond to communications (phone calls, emails, text messages) as required to address these situations effectively. Your ability to manage these expectations and be responsive when critical issues arise is key to your success in this role and our collective success as a team.

A Drug Free Workplace

Clark promotes a drug free workplace. A pre-employment drug “fitness for duty” screening is required, and the company conducts random quarterly drug “fitness for duty” tests.

Compensation and Benefits

Clark offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, commuter benefit, short & long term disability, fitness reimbursement, FSA, tuition reimbursement, back-up daycare, tutoring & family support benefits, EAP/Work-Life assistance, and a holiday contribution program. For this role the base salary range is $80,000-175,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work. https://www.clarkconstruction.com/careers/clark-experience