Assistant Superintendent (New Grad 2027) New Houston, TX, US

ARCO Design/Build, Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ARCO Design/Build, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Superintendent for new grads to join our Houston team. You’ll gain exposure to the full lifecycle of a project while working with experienced professionals who are invested in your growth, with a focus on safety and hands-on field leadership.

This role emphasizes preconstruction planning, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and cost tracking, offering a clear path to develop in design/build environments and tilt-up industrial builds.

Qualifications

• Recent or soon-to-be graduate of an accredited Civil, Mechanical, Architectural, Construction Management, Building Science, or Construction Engineering program.
• Strong interest in the construction process, design/build and related project types.
• Prior construction experience preferred, but not required.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license in your state of residence.
• GPA 3.0 or higher preferred, but not required.
• Proficiency using Word, Excel, Outlook and Microsoft Project.
• Excellent verbal communication, attention to detail and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Preconstruction planning and post-award meetings to review project details.
• Develop construction schedules with the Project Manager and plan staffing.
• Oversee daily field activities ensuring safety, schedule, and budget adherence.
• Coordinate subcontractors and align work across trades.
• Assist with material deliveries, equipment coordination and submittals.
• Prepare job progress reports and monitor project costs.
• Maintain communication with owners, architects, and stakeholders.
• Lead and participate in jobsite coordination meetings.
• Maintain accurate daily reports and site records.
• Promote safety programs and maintain a safe jobsite.
• Collaborate with office and field teams to align operations.

Skills

Field leadership

Communication skills

Problem solving

Safety focus

Driver's license

MS Office

Team collaboration

Construction knowledge

Education

Construction management/engineering degree

Recent graduate status

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Assistant Superintendent (New Grad 2027)

Houston, TX, US

ABOUT YOU

Are you someone who enjoys being hands-on, solving problems in real time, and seeing projects come to life in the field?Do you have an extreme commitment to safety? Are you a hard-working leader that never settles for less than superior quality? Do you prefer to manage the construction process from outside the trailer?

If you answered "Yes!" - this opportunity was built for you.

At ARCO Design/Build, we're not just building structures - we're building the next generation of industry leaders. Join us and discover what it means to be part of one of the nation's top design/build construction firms.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

Asan Assistant Superintendent, every daybrings a new lesson.You’llgain exposure to the full lifecycle of a project while working alongside experienced professionals who areinvestedin your growth.

Here'swhat you can expect:

• Preconstruction Planning - Attend post-award meetings to review project details andassistwith construction planning before work begins.
• Project Scheduling - Work with the Project Manager to develop construction schedules, sequencing, staffing plans, and equipment needs.
• Field Leadership - Oversee daily construction activities to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and according to project specifications.
• Subcontractor Coordination - Manage subcontractor activities, communicate schedule updates, and ensure work is properly coordinated across trades.
• Material & Equipment Management - Assist with material deliveries, equipment coordination, shop drawing approvals, and material submittals.
• Progress & Cost Tracking - Help prepare job progress reports, review field purchase orders and invoices, and monitor project costs.
• Owner & Design Team Communication - Maintain regular communication with owners, architects, and project stakeholdersregardingproject progress and field activities.
• Jobsite Meetings - Lead andparticipatein jobsite coordination meetings with project managers, regional managers, subcontractors, and other project team members.
• Documentation - Maintainaccuratedaily reports and jobsite records, including project activities, site conditions, visitors, and key project decisions.
• Safety Leadership - Promote and enforce the company's safety program whilemaintaininga safe, productivejobsitefor all team members.
• Team Collaboration - Partner with Project Managers and field teams to understand how office and field operations work together to successfully deliver projects.

Every day as a Superintendent is different, but you'll play a key role in keeping projects safe, organized, and on schedule.

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

• Recent or soon-to-begraduateof an accreditedCivil, Mechanical, Architectural, Construction Management, Building Science, or Construction Engineeringundergraduate or graduate program (other related engineering majors will be considered)
• A strong interest in the construction process, specifically design/build, tilt-up concrete, industrial builds, etc.
• Previousexperience in construction preferred, but notrequired
• Possess and maintain a current, valid driver's licenses in your state of residence
• GPA 3.0 or higher preferred, but notrequired
• Proficiencyusing Word, Excel,Outlookand Microsoft Project
• Excellent verbal communication skills,attention to detail, and a strong work ethic

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Four core values that guide our culture:

• Treat people fairly and do the right thing
• Understand our customers' business and solve their problems
• Be positive, upbeat, and have fun
• Create opportunities for individual financial success based on merit

We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work. Our compensation and benefits package not only supports our associates and their families but benefits local communities and communities around the world.

• Competitive Pay + Industry-Leading Bonuses -Earn top-tier compensation with a performance-based bonus program that rewards your impact.
• Ownership & Rewards -Choose between ourEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)or a generously funded profit-sharing plan -either way, your success is our success.
• Secure Your Future - We offer bothTraditional and Roth 401(k)options to help you build lasting financial security.
• Invest in Education - Take advantage oftuition reimbursement for associatesand up to$28,000 in scholarships per childto support your family's future.
• Recharge & Explore - Enjoy afully paid 1-month sabbatical every 5 years, plus$5,000 to fund your adventure.
• Give Back, On Us - Make a difference with1 week of paid volunteer leaveannually and a100% match on your charitable donations.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage - Accessmedical, dental, and vision insurance, plus100% paidmaternity leavefor12 weeksto support your growing family.

We don't just invest in projects - we invest in people. From your first day, you'll be part of a team that values growth, connection, and doing great work.

ARCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members, interns, and co-ops.

MAKE YOUR MOVE

We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts. We have completed over 7,500 design-build projects nationwide. We ranked #9 on ENR's Design-Build Firms list and #34 on ENR's Top 400 Contractors list of 2026. Most importantly, our clients like us, trust us, and want to do business with us. We are looking for people with the same enthusiasm, passion, and respect for the hard work that brought us to where we are today. Are you a person who can make a difference at ARCO? If the answer is "Yes!" we look forward to meeting you.

ARCO does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from ARCO's Human Resources team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. ARCO will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers. Agencies must have a fully executed vendor agreement in place as well as written approval to submit candidates from an ARCO TA Manager for a specific position before submitting candidates.

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