Assistant Superintendent

Kent Companies; Universal City (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

PTO

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Holiday pay

Job summary

Kent Companies is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to join our team in Texas. This role supports the Project Superintendent in planning and executing complex concrete construction projects, coordinating field operations across commercial, healthcare, hospitality, and educational sectors.

The ideal candidate will help ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with top-tier safety and quality standards. Responsibilities include coordinating on-site work, conducting safety inspections, tracking

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask effectively.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to job locations.
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Superintendent in planning and executing construction projects from start to finish.
• Coordinate on-site activities to ensure work is carried out safely and efficiently.
• Conduct periodic job site safety inspections and audits.
• Monitor project progress and report on any issues or delays to the Superintendent.
• Create and maintain reports and records such as personnel, production, and project logs.
• Assist in scheduling and conducting site meetings to discuss progress.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Blueprint reading

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field

Job description

Career Opportunities with Kent Companies

Summary

The Assistant Superintendent position is the first step in taking a larger field leadership role on our complex projects and is the first step towards preparing individuals to become field Superintendents. The ideal candidate will support the Superintendent in executing commercial concrete construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role is crucial in coordinating field operations and managing day-to-day activities on-site across various sectors, including commercial, healthcare, hospitality, and educational projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Superintendent in planning and executing construction projects from start to finish.
• Coordinate on-site activities to ensure work is carried out safely and efficiently.
• Conduct periodic job site safety inspections and audits. All field positions are ultimately responsible for all actions occurring on the job site and ensuring safe working conditions for all.
• Monitor project progress and report on any issues or delays to the Superintendent.
• Create and maintain good working relationships with customers and suppliers to keep a smooth flow of operations. Communicate clearly and consistently with all parties involved regarding deliveries and general job progress.
• Record and maintain information and produce reports such as personnel, production, project logs, status, and other operational data. Assist in making decisions regarding start-up/shut-down issues on assigned projects and instruct crew members accordingly.
• Communicate goals and expectations to crew members, including but not limited to allotted work hours, amount of work to be completed, schedule, etc.
• Maintain quality control and ensure compliance with building codes and safety regulations.
• Assist in scheduling and conducting site meetings to discuss project progress and resolve any issues that may arise.
• Contribute to the preparation of project documentation and reports.
• Provide administrative support to the Project Superintendent.
• Assist the Project Manager and Superintendent in preparing the quantity reports and analyzing the labor costs.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties and Responsibilities are not comprehensive and can be changed at any time, with or without notice.

Required Experience, Education, and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience as an Assistant Superintendent or in a similar role in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations.
• Experience with commercial projects, including tenant improvements and ground-up developments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask effectively
• Valid driver’s license
• Must have reliable transportation to the workplace(s)/ job location(s).
• Ability to pass drug screening.
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.

Preferred education and experience

• Experience overseeing multiple projects simultaneously.
• 5+ Years as a superintendent in structural concrete construction
• Familiarity with advanced construction management tools and software.
• Strong conflict resolution and decision-making abilities.

Benefits

Kent Companies provides its employees with one of the most competitive compensation and benefits packages in the construction industry. Benefits vary by location, with a fully customized benefits package presented upon hire. Typical benefits packages include:

• Weekly pay
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plans with discretionary employer-matching
• Holiday pay (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day)

Perks associated with this role

Our goal is to offer an unparalleled career progression that is not precisely pre-determined; rather, it builds on the teammate’s strengths, interests, and pursuits as the individual gains experience, grows, and develops in their career. You would be hard-pressed to find another ENR Top 6 Commercial Concrete Company that parallels Kent Companies.

Work Environment/Physical Demand

• Ability to lift 80 lbs.
• Work in a variable environment, including, but not limited to, high/low temperatures, areas close to traffic, loud and frequent noises, confined spaces, heights, and indoor/outdoor settings.
• This position often requires climbing, kneeling, bending, and crawling, and the ability to work on ladders, platforms, and mechanical lifts.

Position type, travel, and expected hours of work

• This is a full-time, field position.
• Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.
• Typical hours will vary per week and are subject to change depending on the time of year and workload. This role requires the ability to work non-typical days and irregular hours based on construction schedules. Due to the critical nature of the role, accepting phone calls even during non-typical workdays and hours is also necessary.

Office Location

10052 FM 1976, Universal City, TX 78148

About Kent Companies

Kent Companies is a full-service specialty trade contractor with operations across Michigan, Texas, Ohio, and the Carolinas. As a third-generation, family-owned business, we believe our people are our greatest assets. We employ over 2,000 trade professionals nationwide and deliver every project with our Four Hallmarks: Safety, Productivity, Quality, and Customer Service. Kent Companies is known as The Leaders in Concrete™ and continuously ranks in the Top 10 Concrete Contractors nationwide by ENR Magazine.

Kent Companies’ family of brands includes Kent Concrete, Kent Underlayments, Kent Facilities, Kent Foundation Solutions, and Foundation Rescue Supply.

Kent Concrete

We deliver comprehensive, turnkey concrete construction services for customers nationwide. Our services include structural concrete, tilt-up concrete, concrete paving, curb and gutter, and concrete pumping. From the most complex cast-in-place structures to mission-critical facilities, our customers turn to us because they know we’ll deliver the horsepower and expertise to get the job done.

About Kent Companies San Antonio Concrete Division

Kent Concrete operates a San Antonio-based commercial division that delivers tilt-up concrete construction for data centers, logistics, distribution and commercial facilities. We offer comprehensive services including foundations, slab on grade, Ductilcrete® slabs and tilt-up concrete. Learn more about Kent Concrete by visiting concrete.kentcompanies.com.

EEO Statement

At Kent Companies, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce, and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Kent Companies does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices and personnel actions, including but not limited to hiring, recruiting, promotions, performance evaluations, termination, and compensation decisions.

The Company will strive to ensure that all employees and prospective employees will be treated equally in regard to recruitment, employment, promotions, demotions, discipline, termination, access to benefits and training, leaves of absence, and layoffs. The Company will further ensure that its management staff is aware of the Company’s commitment to this policy and each member understands their individual role in the process of administering this plan.

Kent Companies will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.