Assistant Superintendent- Mission Critical

Suffolk Construction; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk Construction in Houston, TX seeks an Assistant Superintendent, Mission Critical to plan and execute construction programs consistent with Suffolk procedures, safety, quality, and schedule; responsibilities may be divided by area or trade.

You will maintain and distribute construction documents, manage layout, verify dimensions, supervise field engineers, participate in meetings with clients, and support safety programs on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• 2+ years of experience in mission critical/data center construction.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills.
• Strong sense of urgency and time management.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• Candidate must possess Suffolk's Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and distribute construction documents to the project team.
• Manage layout and verify field dimensions.
• Verify subcontractor layout for line and grade compliance.
• Administer Suffolk's Quality Management Program, including First Delivery and Benchmark Inspections; document deficiencies and assist in tracking to final resolution.
• Continuously monitor on-site progress to ensure compliance with Contract Documents.
• Document daily construction activity using written reports, photographs, sketches, and other tools.
• Help create and distribute daily and weekly work plans, schedules, and logistics plans.
• Attend and participate in meetings with customers/clients, providing updates and addressing concerns.
• Compile and maintain permits, testing, and inspections required for project completion and acceptance.
• Assist in administering the Suffolk Safety Program, including pre-construction meetings, pre-task planning, daily monitoring, and safety compliance.
• Supervise and mentor Field Engineers.
• Communicate clear safety expectations to project teams.

Skills

Communication

Self-motivation

Organizational skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

Core values

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Overview

About Suffolk: Suffolk is a national company that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the project lifecycle through core construction management services and related business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment. We connect design, construction, and operations through data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology to deliver smarter, more predictable results.

Suffolk is a national contractor with extensive experience across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. We offer a total rewards program designed to support employees and their families physically, emotionally, and financially.

The Role

The Assistant Superintendent, Mission Critical is responsible for planning and executing the construction program according to Suffolk's procedures, including safety, quality, and schedule. Responsibilities on a project may be divided by area or by trade discipline.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and distribute construction documents to the project team, including plans, specs, RFIs, bulletins, and field reports
• Manage layout and verify the correctness of field dimensions
• Verify subcontractor layout to ensure compliance with established line and grade
• Administer Suffolk's Quality Management Program, including First Delivery and Benchmark Inspections; document deficiencies and assist in tracking to final resolution
• Continuously monitor on-site progress to ensure compliance with Contract Documents
• Document daily construction activity using written reports, photographs, sketches, and other tools
• Help create and distribute daily and weekly work plans, schedules, and logistics plans
• Attend and participate in meetings with customers/clients, providing updates and addressing concerns
• Compile and maintain permits, testing, and inspections required for project completion and acceptance
• Assist in administering the Suffolk Safety Program, including pre-construction meetings, pre-task planning, daily monitoring, and safety compliance
• Supervise and mentor Field Engineers
• Communicate clear safety expectations to project teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred
• 2+ years of experience in mission critical/data center construction
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills
• Strong sense of urgency and time management
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to multi-task effectively
• Candidate must possess Suffolk's Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring

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Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods, discuss, and use a keyboard. The role may require standing, walking, and reaching with arms and hands. Vision requirements include close and distance vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment. The employee will work in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level and will also spend time on job sites.

EEO Statement

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, age, or any other status protected by law. The policy covers recruitment, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk does not tolerate unlawful discrimination or harassment.

Compensation Information

Where required by law, pay ranges are posted in Suffolk's job postings. Base salary is one component of Suffolk's total rewards package. Actual salaries depend on factors including skill set, experience, education, and other qualifications. Suffolk offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of its total rewards strategy, and salary ranges are reviewed to reflect market trends.