Assistant Superintendent MULTIFAMILY CONSTRUCTION

Trueline; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health coverage for employee & spouse

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Vehicle allowance or company vehicle

Growth into lead Superintendent

Job summary

Trueline in San Jose, CA is seeking an experienced Assistant Superintendent to join the onsite team. You will support the Superintendent on multifamily podium-style projects, coordinating field operations, subcontractors, and schedules for large developments.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of hands-on construction experience on multifamily work, strong knowledge of safety practices and building codes, and proficiency with Procore, MS Project, and MS Office.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on construction experience required.
• Background in multifamily or residential construction projects.
• Experience supporting large-scale projects valued at $40M+ or more.
• Working knowledge of construction sequencing, safety practices, and building codes.
• Proficiency with Procore, MS Project, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work full-time onsite in the San Jose/Bay Area.

Responsibilities

• Support the Superintendent in managing daily field operations on multifamily construction projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors and labor crews to maintain productivity and schedule adherence.
• Monitor project milestones and ensure work is progressing according to timeline.
• Review field layouts, dimensions, and site conditions for accuracy.
• Conduct regular walkthroughs to ensure quality standards are met.
• Assist in enforcing safety protocols and maintaining compliance with OSHA and company standards.
• Document daily activity including reports, manpower logs, and site updates.
• Communicate field updates, challenges, and progress to project leadership.
• Help manage site logistics including material deliveries, site cleanliness, and staging.

Skills

5+ years hands-on construction

Multifamily/residential construction

Experience on $40M+ projects

Construction sequencing

Safety practices & building codes

Onsite availability

Education

Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

a well-established general contractor specializing in multifamily affordable housing developments throughout Northern California, is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to join their team onsite in San Jose, CA. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in large, complex podium-style projects while working alongside experienced construction leaders in a fast-paced and mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Superintendent in managing daily field operations on multifamily construction projects
• Coordinate subcontractors and labor crews to maintain productivity and schedule adherence
• Monitor project milestones and ensure work is progressing according to timeline
• Review field layouts, dimensions, and site conditions for accuracy
• Conduct regular walkthroughs to ensure quality standards are met
• Assist in enforcing safety protocols and maintaining compliance with OSHA and company standards
• Document daily activity including reports, manpower logs, and site updates
• Communicate field updates, challenges, and progress to project leadership
• Help manage site logistics including material deliveries, site cleanliness, and staging

Must-Haves as the Assistant Superintendent

• 5+ years of hands-on construction experience
• Background in multifamily or residential construction projects
• Experience supporting large-scale projects valued at $40M or more
• Working knowledge of construction sequencing, safety practices, and building codes
• Proficiency with Procore, MS Project, and Microsoft Office
• Ability to work full-time onsite in the San Jose / Bay Area

Nice-to-Haves as the Assistant Superintendent

• Experience on affordable housing or podium-style construction projects
• Formal education in Construction Management or related field
• Bilingual skills are a plus

Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary range of $120,000 - $160,000 plus bonus potential
• 100% employer-paid health coverage for employee and spouse
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO program
• Company vehicle, vehicle allowance, or mileage reimbursement
• Opportunity to grow into a lead Superintendent role

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.