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Assistant Superintendent - Construction

Walbridge

Illinois

On-site

USD 80,000 - 130,000

Full time

24 days ago

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Job summary

Walbridge is seeking an Assistant Superintendent - Construction who will oversee large-scale projects from feasibility to completion. The role includes project planning, team leadership, and resource management while ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Candidates should have a strong background in construction management along with the capability to travel extensively.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years supervisory experience in commercial or industrial projects.
  • Experience working on projects with budgets of at least $15M.
  • Valid driver’s license and passport; willingness to travel 70%.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and supervise construction activities ensuring compliance with specifications.
  • Coordinate with different crafts and contractors to solve construction problems.
  • Monitor project safety compliance and document corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership
Project Planning
Resource Management
Risk Assessment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Construction Assistant Superintendent to help lead and manage large-scale construction projects. This includes overseeing the entire project lifecycle from feasibility to completion, developing project strategies, plans, and budgets, and assembling qualified project teams. The role also involves scheduling, coordinating, and supervising craft employee activities, which may include supervising various trade groups (electricians, boilermakers, and carpenters) in different construction disciplines such as, civil, structural, electrical.

Construction Assistant Superintendent

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Construction Assistant Superintendent to help lead and manage large-scale construction projects. This includes overseeing the entire project lifecycle from feasibility to completion, developing project strategies, plans, and budgets, and assembling qualified project teams. The role also involves scheduling, coordinating, and supervising craft employee activities, which may include supervising various trade groups (electricians, boilermakers, and carpenters) in different construction disciplines such as, civil, structural, electrical.

Walbridge is looking for Assistant Superintendents that know how to and love to build!

Location

You can be located anywhere in the US, if you are highly willing to travel to our client projects on a long-term basis.

Responsibilities

Your key responsibilities

  • Project Planning and Strategy: Plan and supervise construction activities, including determining methods, manpower, materials, equipment, and schedules. Ensure work complies with drawings, specifications, and schedules.
  • Team Leadership: Coordinate work with different crafts, departments, or contractors. Resolve construction problems and maintain communication with unions.
  • Resource Management: Monitor compliance with safety programs and document corrective measures. Ensure materials, equipment, and inspections support project schedules.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate with internal and external stakeholders, including executives, clients, and vendors, to ensure alignment and address any concerns1.
  • Performance Monitoring: Track project progress through metrics and reporting, adjusting plans as necessary to meet changing requirements or challenges1.
  • Quality Assurance: Ensure that all deliverables meet the required quality standards and compliance regulations1.
  • Innovation and Improvement: Continuously seek ways to optimize processes and improve project outcomes through innovative technologies or methodologies1

Qualifications

To qualify for the role, you must have

  • A high school diploma or equivalent, and five (5) + years supervisory experience in similar facility construction technology, commercial or industrial projects.
  • Must have experience working on Commercial or Industrial projects with budgets of at least $15M.
  • A valid driver’s license in the US and a valid passport required; willingness and ability to travel; travel is estimated at 70+%.

Ideally, you’ll also have

  • Advanced understanding of construction scheduling, and cost control.
  • Experience supervising, motivating and mentoring cross-functional teams.
  • Successful background maintaining high safety standards and delivering quality outcomes.

Skills And Attributes For Success

  • Experience in identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks.
  • Successful background in maintaining high safety standards and delivering quality outcomes.
  • Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and adapt to changing project requirements.

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EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V

Walbridge is an equal opportunity employer with a culture that promotes diversity in the workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, status as an individual with a disability, military, or protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning career development, recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment.

Seniority level
  • Seniority level
    Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment type
    Full-time
Job function
  • Job function
    Management and Manufacturing
  • Industries
    Construction

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