Assistant Superintendent (General Contracting)

New Dominion Construction, LLC; Dumfries (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

New Dominion Construction, LLC is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to support the Superintendent and Project Manager in completing projects on time and safely. The role involves overseeing safety, quality, scheduling, and communications with architects/consultants on field issues, with regular travel to project sites.

The position requires collaboration with project teams, designers, and owners, maintaining records and assisting with coordination of subcontractors, inspections, and site

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction standards, safety regulations, and government contract compliance.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specs.
• Must be able to travel to project sites and obtain required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing job site safety, quality, and schedule for projects from pre-construction to closeout.
• Support field operations and collaborate with Superintendent, PM, designers, and owners.
• Coordinate with inspections, subcontractors, and project team to maintain progress.
• Prepare and submit safety audits, daily production, and manpower reports.
• Maintain project records including RFIs, ASIs, and as-builts.
• Participate in pre-task and safety meetings and support site logistics.

Skills

Construction standards

Read drawings

Communication

MS Office

Procore

RMS

ECMS

Travel readiness

OSHA 30

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's preferred

Tools

RMS

ECMS

Procore

Job description

Assistant Superintendent

The Assistant Superintendent's primary responsibility is to support the Superintendent and Project Manager in the successful completion of assigned projects. The Assistant Superintendent participates in overseeing job site safety, quality, project scheduling, and communications with the architect and consultants on field and constructability issues. This position requires regular travel to project sites.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Assist Superintendent with managing job site safety, quality, and schedule for assigned projects from pre-construction to closeout.
• Ensure NDCs standards of quality and safety are adhered to by assertively championing NDC's safety culture to project team and subcontractors.
• Work collaboratively with Project Superintendent, Project Manager, project team members, Design Consultants, and Owner.
• Represent NDC in a professional manner.
• Travel time example: you could be assigned to a project in Kittery, Maine for say 4 months, then the next project could be in Beaufort, SC for say 6 months (or what the project duration is). NDC compensates for the hotel or Airbnb and per diem at the location's prevailing rate for food (travel days are compensated at 75% of the rate to/from and 100% while on site). Trips back home are worked in from the best business perspective and do not interfere with project requirements.

Other Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the field and project team successfully and collaboratively.
• Establish and maintain positive and effective relationships and communication with client, Construction Manager, project team, consultants/architect/engineers, subcontractors, adjacent community, trade unions, governmental agencies.
• Assist with setting up job site logistics, field coordination, and project schedule.
• Participate in the review of all project documents for constructability and content, including shop drawings.
• Maintain and update project records including RFI's, ASI's and as-builts.
• Assist with creating and enforcing a site-specific emergency action plan for assigned projects in collaboration with the Project Manager or Superintendent.
• Coordinate subcontractors.
• Coordinate with building inspections, subcontractor inspections, and agencies.
• In collaboration with the Superintendent perform daily job site walks and submit daily safety audit reports, daily production and manpower reports.
• Conduct and/or attend Forman meetings, pre-task meetings, safety meetings and project staff meetings.
• Assist with the management of job site manpower production and performance.
• Use project management and scheduling software effectively.
• As required, attend company and industry events including meetings, training, workshops, etc.
• Other related duties as assigned or needed.

Competencies, Skills, Abilities, Qualifications

• Familiarity with construction standards, safety regulations, and government contract compliance.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in using a personal computer (PC), company communication tools such as email / internet, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and quality control software is a requirement. Proficiency in RMS, ECMS, and Procore is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and travel frequently.
• Certifications such as OSHA 30, ACI, or USACE CQM (or willingness to obtain) are required.
• Valid driver's license and the ability to travel as required.

Supervisory Responsibility

Depending on the project, may have direct reports but likely not.

Work Environment

• Outdoor Environment: Most work will be conducted outdoors, exposed to the elements. This includes working in hot, cold, rainy, or windy conditions. Appropriate clothing and safety gear will be provided to help mitigate environmental risks.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee, with or without reasonable accommodations, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee may be exposed to conditions that include weather such as heat and/or humidity and cold, fumes or airborne particles, exposure to dust and asphalt and moving mechanical parts. There may be occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals. Conditions can also include the risk of electrical shock and risk of vibration. The noise level in the work environment can often be loud.

This position is regularly required to:

• Walk, climb stairs, sit, and stand.
• Talk and hear at normal levels.
• See with close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and have the ability to adjust focus.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Use hands and fingers to operate tools and other business machines.
• Lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Expected Hours of Work

Construction projects often follow strict timelines. As a result, you may be required to work after hours, including evenings and weekends, to meet project deadlines.

Travel

Depending on the project, employees may be required to travel to different job sites, which could be located in urban, rural, or industrial areas. Some projects may involve overnight stays or travel for remote locations.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in construction, quality control, or a related field.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Must be able to get a background check and drug test.

Work Authorization

Must be eligible to work in the United States. (Some positions, based on contract stipulations may require U.S. citizenship)

HUBZone Requirement

As a Federal contractor, NDC must meet HUBZone employee requirements when bidding for government contracts. To check if your home zip code falls in a HUBZone area, visit https://www.sba.gov/federal-contracting/contracting-assistance-programs/hubzone-program#id-hubzone-map

Company Benefits Package

• Competitive salary based on related experience.
• 4 Medical Plan Options through United Healthcare (including an HSA plan), dental, vision through Principal.
• Voluntary benefits: Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability.
• Company paid Group-Term-Life & AD & D.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement.
• Position Location Varies based on the candidate's state location.

NDC is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants based on race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, veteran or family status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. This policy extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, recruiting, interviewing, job assignments, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, use of facilities, participation in NDC-sponsored activities, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.