Assistant Superintendent, Construction

Walbridge; Oregon; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Walbridge is expanding its team for a long-term data center construction project and seeks a Construction Assistant Superintendent with a strong background in general construction. The role oversees the entire project lifecycle, from feasibility to completion, and requires leadership of craft teams, scheduling, and budget oversight.

The candidate will work on a long-term project in the US, with heavy travel to client sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience in similar facility construction projects (commercial/industrial).
• Experience on Commercial or Industrial projects with budgets of at least $15M.
• Experience in MEP, Concrete, Steel, Underground utilities, Fire alarm, Building finishes and enclosure systems.
• Must have a US driver's license and a valid passport; travel 70%+.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise construction activities from feasibility to completion, including methods, manpower, materials, equipment, and schedules.
• Coordinate work with trades, departments, or contractors; resolve problems and communicate with unions.
• Monitor safety program compliance and ensure materials, equipment, and inspections support schedules.
• Communicate with executives, clients, and vendors to ensure alignment and address concerns.
• Track project progress with metrics and adjust plans to meet changing requirements.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and regulations.
• Seek innovative methods to optimize processes and project outcomes.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Project budgeting

Travel readiness

Stakeholder communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MEP experience

Concrete

Steel

Underground utilities

Fire alarm systems

Building finishes

Enclosure systems

Job description

Are you ready to be part of the next big build? Walbridge is expanding our team and looking for talented General Construction professionals to help deliver an innovative, world-class data center project.

This is a unique opportunity to step into the fast-growing data center industry. Whether or not you have previous data center experience, we want to hear from you if you have a strong background in general construction and a drive to take on impactful, career-defining work.

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 will work from a long-term project in Van Buren Township, MI. 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 concerns.
• Performance Monitoring: Track project progress through metrics and reporting, adjusting plans as necessary to meet changing requirements or challenges.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that all deliverables meet the required quality standards and compliance regulations.
• Innovation and Improvement: Continuously seek ways to optimize processes and improve project outcomes through innovative technologies or methodologies.

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.
• Experience in MEP, Concrete, Steel, Underground Utilities, Fire Alarm, Building Finishes and Enclosure systems.
• 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.

EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V

Walbridge is an equal opportunity employer with a culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion 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.