Assistant Superintendent

Balfour Beatty US; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfour Beatty US is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to join the National Special Projects Group, located in the Mid-Atlantic region (DC area). The role supports daily site operations, safety oversight, and quality control under the Superintendent's supervision, with travel beyond initial project closeout possible.

The ideal candidate will have a strong field background, excellent communication skills, and a drive to grow in field leadership.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 10+ years of field construction experience, preferably in interior upfits and renovations.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, scheduling, and quality control.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Field Coordination: Supervise and coordinate subcontractor work to maintain schedule, quality, and safety standards.
• Safety Management: Lead weekly safety meetings, inspections, and OSHA compliance across the jobsite.
• Planning & Scheduling: Participate in pull planning and CPM meetings; help track progress and look-ahead schedules.
• Project Start-up: Support site mobilization activities including fencing, signage, utilities, and staging.
• Quality Assurance: Verify work meets contract specs; document inspections and manage Quality Control plans.
• Subcontractor Management: Conduct orientations, review daily reports, and ensure logistics support progress.
• Closeout & Turnover: Assist in testing, commissioning, and owner move-in coordination; help demobilize.
• Team Collaboration: Work with Superintendent to maintain momentum and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Field coordination

Safety management

Planning & scheduling

Subcontractor management

Quality assurance

Team collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

BIM 360

Construction management software

OSHA 10

Job description

Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.

Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).

Our Benefits

Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive compensation and benefit package:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus
• And more!

Summary

Balfour Beatty is seeking an Assistant Superintendent join our National Special Projects Group (SPG). This position will report to the Carolinas division but will be located in the Mid-Atlantic (Virginia, Maryland, and Washington D.C.). The ideal candidate will be a motivated, organized professional eager to grow their career in field leadership. This entry-level management role supports daily site operations, safety oversight, and quality control activities under the supervision of the Superintendent. Some travel may be expected beyond initial project closeout.

As an Assistant Superintendent, you’ll help coordinate subcontractors, monitor progress, and ensure that work is performed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. You’ll gain hands‑on experience in all aspects of construction site management while contributing to Balfour Beatty’s commitment to teamwork, operational excellence, and our Zero Harm® safety culture.

Essential Functions

• Field Coordination: Assist in supervising and coordinating subcontractor work to maintain schedule, quality, and safety standards; manage designated work areas or tasks assigned by the Superintendent.
• Safety Management: Lead weekly safety meetings, conduct inspections, and ensure OSHA 10/30 compliance across the jobsite; support development of project-specific safety and disaster response plans.
• Planning & Scheduling: Participate in pull planning and CPM meetings; help track progress, sequence activities, and maintain look-ahead schedules for assigned areas.
• Project Start-up: Support site mobilization efforts including fencing, signage, utilities, and staging; assist in developing traffic control and temporary utility plans.
• Quality Assurance: Verify that work meets contract specifications; document inspections in BIM 360; coordinate testing, ensure correction of deficiencies, and oversee implementation of the project Quality Control plan.
• Subcontractor Management: Conduct subcontractor orientations, review daily reports, and ensure site logistics and coordination support continuous work progress.
• Closeout & Turnover: Assist in testing and acceptance of life safety systems, MEP commissioning, and owner move-in coordination; help manage project demobilization and documentation of as-builts and owner training.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the Superintendent to maintain project momentum; provide field support and guidance to Project Engineers and assist in mentoring junior team members.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 10+ years of field construction experience, preferably in interior upfits and renovations.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, scheduling, and quality control.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience managing subcontractors or small project scopes independently.
• Familiarity with BIM 360 and other construction management software.
• Proven ability to promote safety and foster teamwork on the jobsite.

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.