Commercial Construction Assistant Superintendent

HITT Contracting Inc.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HITT Contracting Inc. is seeking a Commercial Construction Assistant Superintendent to support project scheduling, coordinate field activities, and maintain daily site documentation.

You will ensure safety practices, manage the punch list and closeout, and work with subcontractors to meet budget, quality, time, and safety objectives. The role requires 2–5 years of commercial construction experience, strong communication, and the ability to lead on-site teams while adapting to project changes and

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; a 4-year degree in construction/engineering/business is preferred.
• 2–5 years in commercial construction, including work with a commercial general contractor.
• Experience with tenant renovations, service work, occupied spaces, weekends helps.
• Project lead experience is a plus.
• ProCore, Adobe, BlueBeam, and MS Office proficiency expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist in formulating project schedules with the project manager.
• Maintain HITT quality standards and subcontractor relationships.
• Document daily work orders and manage subcontractor scope to avoid changes.
• Organize site team, arrange facilities/utilities, and identify long lead items.
• Communicate clearly and professionally; uphold HITT values and safety.

Skills

Communication

Team leadership

Scheduling

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction/engineering/business

Tools

Microsoft Project

ProCore

Adobe

BlueBeam

MS Office Suite

Job description

Commercial Construction Assistant Superintendent

Job Description

The Assistant Superintendent (Assistant Supt.) supports managing work flow consistent with the project schedule, communicates project priorities to field staff and subcontractors, maintains daily log/report of all activities and site conditions, and manages the punch list and closeout process through owner/architect acceptance. The Assistant Supt. understands and administers the HITT safety program to include all subcontractors, ensures that all accidents/incidents are promptly reported and investigated, and assists in safety inspection by outside agencies. The Assistant Supt. assists in planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the building aspects of each project in order to meet budget, quality, time and safety objectives.

Responsibilities

• Work with project manager in formulating project schedule, ensure that the proper methods and sequence of installation are followed, makes and follows through with schedule commitments
• Maintain HITT quality standards for all aspects of the project
• Maintain good working relationship with all subcontractors on the project, develop relationships within the community that enhances business opportunities, and ensure subcontractors are treated fairly.
• Ensure complete, accurate daily documentation of work orders/tickets, understand subcontractor scope of work to avoid unnecessary change orders, and identify problems early and act immediately to provide solutions.
• Develop and organize the site team, arrange for temporary facilities/utilities for the site, and identify long lead items that need to be expedited
• Must demonstrate a strong ability to:
  • Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, with a strong focus on audience appropriate business writing and verbal skills
  • Demonstrate a positive attitude and passion for construction and our industry
  • Gather data, interpret it into meaningful information, and relay that information through clear, concise communication strategies; ability to see how pieces and processes fit into and affect the bigger picture/business model
  • Organize and manage tasks and priorities
  • Demonstrate integrity consistently with The HITT Way and HITT's core values
  • Seek continuous improvement of knowledge and abilities, internal focus on self-improvement
  • Adapt and exercise flexibility with the ever-changing world of technology, design, means and methods
  • Collaborate with people of various backgrounds and styles
  • Create and maintain relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and vendors
  • Exhibit respectfulness by being punctual, engaged/focused, and respectful of others

Qualifications

• High school diploma required, four-year degree from an accredited university with a concentration in construction, engineering, or business is strongly preferred.
• 2-5 years' experience in commercial construction, including experience with a commercial general contractor
• Tenant renovations, service work, work in occupied spaces, weekend work, fast paced project experience all a plus
• Project lead experience a plus
• Ability to master sector/project-specific software systems including but not limited to: Microsoft Office suite (ex. Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), ProCore, Adobe, BlueBeam,
• OSHA 30 Certification preferred
• Ability to walk and/or stand for long periods of time and the ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Must demonstrate a strong ability to:
  • Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, with a strong focus on audience appropriate business writing and verbal skills
  • Demonstrate a positive attitude and passion for construction and our industry
  • Gather data, interpret it into meaningful information, and relay that information through clear, concise communication strategies; ability to see how pieces and processes fit into and affect the bigger picture/business model
  • Organize and manage tasks and priorities
  • Demonstrate integrity consistently with The HITT Way and HITT's core values
  • Seek continuous improvement of knowledge and abilities, internal focus on self-improvement
  • Adapt and exercise flexibility with the ever-changing world of technology, design, means and methods
  • Collaborate with people of various backgrounds and styles
  • Create and maintain relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and vendors
  • Exhibit respectfulness by being punctual, engaged/focused, and respectful of others

HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. HITT Contracting maintains a drug-free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.