New Grad Field Superintendent - Construction

ARCO Companies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

ESOP or profit-sharing

401(k) options

Tuition reimbursement

Sabbatical benefit

Volunteer leave

Health insurance

Job summary

ARCO Design/Build in Houston, TX is seeking an Assistant Superintendent (New Grad 2027) to gain hands-on field leadership across the full project lifecycle. You’ll work with seasoned professionals, supporting preconstruction planning, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and cost tracking to ensure safety and on-time delivery.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates in civil, mechanical, architecture, construction management, building science, or construction engineering.

Qualifications

• Recent or soon-to-be graduate of an accredited Civil, Mechanical, Architectural, Construction Management, Building Science, or Construction Engineering undergraduate or graduate program (other related engineering majors will be considered)
• Strong interest in the construction process, design/build, tilt-up concrete, industrial builds
• Previous experience in construction preferred, but not required
• Possess and maintain a current, 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 skills, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic

Responsibilities

• Preconstruction Planning: Attend post-award meetings to review project details and assist with construction planning before work begins
• Project Scheduling: Develop construction schedules, sequencing, staffing plans, and equipment needs with the Project Manager
• Field Leadership: Oversee daily construction activities to ensure safety, schedule, budget, and specifications
• Subcontractor Coordination: Manage subcontractor activities and coordinate across trades
• Material & Equipment Management: Assist with material deliveries, equipment coordination, and submittals
• Progress & Cost Tracking: Help prepare progress reports and monitor project costs
• Owner & Design Team Communication: Maintain regular communications with owners, architects, and stakeholders
• Jobsite Meetings: Lead and participate in coordination meetings with project team members
• Documentation: Maintain accurate daily reports and site records
• Safety Leadership: Enforce the safety program and maintain a safe jobsite
• Team Collaboration: Align office and field operations to deliver projects

Skills

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Education

Civil/Mechanical/Architectural/Construction Management Building Science or Construction Engineering degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Microsoft Project

Job description

ARCO Design/Build in Houston, TX is seeking an Assistant Superintendent (New Grad 2027) to gain hands-on field leadership across the full project lifecycle. You’ll work with seasoned professionals, supporting preconstruction planning, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and cost tracking to ensure safety and on-time delivery.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates in civil, mechanical, architecture, construction management, building science, or construction engineering.