Foundations - Assistant General Superintendent

Veit & Company, Inc.; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement plan with matching

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Veit & Company, Inc. is seeking an Assistant General Superintendent to support daily field operations on construction projects across the United States. You will help ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery while coordinating labor, materials, and subcontractors.

The role requires at least five years of superintendent-level experience, relevant certifications, and strong communication skills. Base compensation ranges from $90,000 to $135,000 annually, with comprehensive benefits and

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years as a Superintendent overseeing construction projects.
• Certifications including HAZWOPER, OSHA 10/30, Pipelayer's Card, Excavation Safety, Confined Space Entry, Blueprint Reading, CPR/First Aid.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and field tech (iPad/iPhone).
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and analyze plans, specs, and contracts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; able to manage project needs and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support General Superintendent in safety training and culture.
• Ensure quality standards; inspect materials and field work for compliance.
• Coordinate labor, materials, and subcontractors; manage scheduling and daily reports.
• Control change orders, extra work, and project budgets; monitor overall efficiency.
• Lead meetings and communicate project status to leadership; mentor field staff.

Skills

Construction supervision

HAZWOPER

OSHA 10/30

Pipelayer's Card

Blueprint Reading

CPR/First Aid

MS Office/iPad apps

Reading & interpreting documents

Project coordination

Communication skills

Public speaking

Tools

HCSS HeavyJob

PlanGrid

Power BI

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

The Assistant General Superintendent supports the General Superintendent in overseeing and managing daily field operations. This role ensures work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications, budgets, and schedules. The Assistant General Superintendent collaborates with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and field crews to maintain quality standards, enforce safety protocols, and complete projects on time.

Responsibilities

SAFETY

• Actively participate in all safety training sessions. Assist in identifying training opportunities and contribute to developing and delivering safety content.
• Regularly observe and provide feedback to employees to promote and reinforce a behavior-based safety culture.
• Guide crews in maintaining a safe work environment by enforcing company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and other applicable safety standards. Ensure timely and accurate reporting of safety issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.

QUALITY

• Participate in the bidding and preconstruction process to familiarize oneself with the Owner, Engineer, and Management project expectations.
• Maintain knowledge of local, county, and state rules and regulations relating to projects and inform crews how to act accordingly.
• Stay up to date on construction means, methods, and procedures.
• Ensure all work follows specified quality standards. Inspect field work for quality compliance, inspect materials for quality compliance, and review the assembly of manufacturer literature and drawings before work starts.

EFFICIENCY

• Provide support to the General Superintendent in identifying projects and personnel with opportunities for efficiency gains.
• Control costs by efficiently utilizing manpower, equipment, materials, and other resources to minimize costs. Use HCSS Heavy Job Software to determine the most cost-effective production standards.
• Support management of day-to-day field operations, including scheduling and coordinating labor resources, determining material quantities and delivery, maintaining communication between subcontractors, owner, site engineer, etc., and ensuring timecards, logs, estimates, and necessary reports are completed on time. Oversee crew mobilization and moves. Act as liaison between clients, project managers, and superintendents. Participate in activities necessary to close each job appropriately.

LEADERSHIP

• Monitor progress on all assigned jobs and guide Superintendents on issues and areas of concern. Ensure proper authorizations are obtained before starting extras and change orders. Control and monitor all change orders and extra work orders to ensure field completion.
• Prepare and communicate the Workforce Schedule for projects to keep division crews active and balanced. Track project budgets and strive to complete projects within the assigned budget.
• Manage field personnel fairly and equitably. Address performance issues as they occur. Regularly complete daily reports to record associates\' performance. Oversee team dynamics for maximum productivity, quality, and safety. Support training and ensure crews are trained in safety, skill, and supervisory areas where applicable.
• Participate in meetings to discuss project start-up and future plans. Prepare and participate in regular job site meetings. Keep leadership informed on matters of relative importance.
• Other projects or duties as assigned by management.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Experience: Minimum of five years as a Superintendent overseeing construction projects, preferably in construction or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Certifications: HAZWOPER, OSHA 10-Hour and 30-Hour, Pipelayer's Card, Excavation Safety Training, Confined Space Entry, Blueprint Reading, CPR, and First Aid certifications or the ability to obtain them.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, iPad and iPhone applications.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to read, interpret, and analyze policies, reports, construction plans, specifications, and legal documents.
• Project Coordination: Strong ability to communicate and coordinate project needs effectively.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with employees, clients, and business associates. Must be able to give clear directions and respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, and industry professionals.
• Public Speaking & Presentation: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to address individuals and large groups, including top management.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of HCSS Software Suites, PlanGrid, and Power BI is preferred but not required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• Provides leadership, supervision, and mentorship to team members, ensuring their development through guidance, training, and performance evaluations to maintain high efficiency and effectiveness.
• Responsible for hiring, training, and developing direct reports, conducting regular performance reviews, and taking timely disciplinary action in accordance with company policy when necessary.

OTHER

• This role is a safety-sensitive role. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check that includes Marijuana.
• Must possess a valid driver\'s license and the ability to maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record.
• Position requires 8 to 10-hour workdays and occasional weekends, as needed.
• Must be over the age of 18.
• Union affiliation or willingness to join the union if necessary.
• Requires travel throughout the United States (100%).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently communicates with employees and clients and must be able to exchange accurate information. Additional functions include the employee being regularly required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds while performing the duties of this job. Repetitive motions, such as typing, writing, or using construction-related technology. Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move around construction sites for extended periods (8-12 hours per day). Frequent climbing of stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and other elevated structures. Occasionally required to stoop or kneel. Exposure to moving machinery, loud noises, odors, and dust. Strong vision, including near and far vision, depth perception, and the ability to read fine print on blueprints, contracts, and reports.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here represent those that employees may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee is exposed to environmental conditions, working near machines, and loud noises associated with construction sites. Exposed to variable weather conditions, including rain, snow, wind, cold, and heat. Also exposed to variable terrain. Exposure to dust, dirt, loud noises, heavy machinery, and construction hazards. Requires ability to wear and work in personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, and high-visibility vests for extended periods.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Base Compensation: $90,000 - $135,000

The base salary range may vary depending on geographic location, applicant skills, and prior relevant experience.

We offer our full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement plans with matching contributions, and generous paid time off. Additionally, we provide profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program.

Who Are We?

Veit is one of the country\'s leading specialty contractors, with over 96 years of experience and the best people in the industry. We pride ourselves on our relentless pursuit to push the construction industry forward and deliver for our customers. Our modern fleet of iron, diverse expertise, and unmatched determination allow us to successfully tackle some of the largest and most complex projects across every sector while also living out our values every day. Our company culture is one where everyone pitches in to get the job done, regardless of job title or seniority. We do everything we can to maintain an atmosphere where family comes first. We want every one of our employees to look forward to each day at work and make it home safe and happy at the end of the day.

Our Core Values

• Deliberately Safe We believe all safety incidents are avoidable when everyone operates with a deliberate mindset. We are deliberately proactive and thorough in training and job planning. We are deliberately safe in our everyday operations and decision-making.
• Build with Intention We build with intention. Whether in the office or the field, we work with grit and determination toward a better future for everyone involved. We leave things better than we found them, and never leave a job until we\'re proud to put the Veit name on it.
• Leaders Dig First Egos have no place at Veit. We expect everyone on our team to dig in with a leadership mentality. That means being willing to jump in, take ownership, and get mud on our boots - especially when times get challenging.
• Real Relationships Like our work, we approach relationships authentically, with a long-term mindset. Whether you're a client partner, vendor, or team member, we make an effort to build a more meaningful connection with you by communicating with respect and honesty.
• Integrity in Everything As part of the Veit family, everything we do and say reflects on this entire company. We act with integrity, which means treating others just as we want to be treated, doing the right thing, and holding ourselves accountable.

VEIT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, INCLUDING VET/DISABILITY