On-Site Assistant Superintendent: Construction Lead

Balfour Beatty US; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfour Beatty Construction seeks an Assistant Superintendent to join the team in Atlanta, GA. The role supports the Superintendent with field activities, subcontractor oversight, and adherence to project budgets and timelines.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years of large project experience, a high school diploma (Bachelors preferred), and strong proficiency with Microsoft Office. OSHA/STC backgrounds and leadership capability are valued.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 5–7 years of construction project experience.
• Two years of direct supervisory experience related to subcontractor management.
• Proficiency using a PC and Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to read plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist Superintendent by managing designated field activities and supervision of subcontractors and employees.
• Support project team to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery in line with BB Construction policies.
• Manage project start-up and scheduling, and project administration, operations, and close-out.
• Promote strong customer relations and contribute to a collaborative project culture and leadership development.

Skills

Reading plans

Subcontractor supervision

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary

At Balfour Beatty, we are seeking an Assistant Superintendent to join our team in Atlanta, GA. This role will assist the Superintendent by managing designated field activities associated with the project and supervision of designated field construction work by subcontractors and employees. Assists the project team to ensure the project is built on time, within budget, and in accordance with Balfour Beatty Construction’s policies & procedures and the focus on our vision and purpose through Service, Talent and Choices. 30 hours of OSHA training once every four years, or maintain STS certification.

Essential Functions

• Project Financial Responsibilities
• Preconstruction Services
• Project Start-up and Scheduling
• Project Administration, Operations, and Close-Out
• Promote Customer Relations
• Promote Culture, Leadership and Employee Development

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5-7 years of large project experience.
• Two years of direct supervisory experience related to subcontractor management.
• Proficiency using a personal computer (PC) and company communication tools, such as email, the internet, and Microsoft products (e.g., Word, Excel, Office, Outlook).
• Ability to read plans and specs.

Preferred Qualification

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management.