Operations - Assistant Superintendent

Holder Construction; Manassas, Culpeper, Herndon, Richmond (VA, VA, VA, VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health/dental/vision/life insurance

Shift differential pay

Job summary

Holder Construction is seeking an Assistant Superintendent for its Operations team in Richmond, Culpeper, Herndon, and Manassas, VA. This full-time, in-person role supports safety, schedule, and quality objectives on commercial projects across multiple Virginia locations.

You will oversee on-site crews, interpret drawings, enforce OSHA policies, and coordinate with office and field teams to meet project goals while mentoring associates and ensuring workflow efficiency.

Qualifications

• Requires teamwork and clear communication.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking required.
• Excellent time management and coordination abilities.

Responsibilities

• Execute contract requirements and support safety, schedule, and quality objectives.
• Enforce safety and OSHA compliance on site.
• Oversee on-site work, coordinate daily scope and inspections.
• Assign responsibilities and collaborate with office and field teams.
• Manage project site logistics and on-site activities for workflow.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to associates.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specs.
• Perform other duties to ensure project success.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Critical thinking

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction/engineering

3+ years of equivalent experience

Job description

ABOUT US

Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. We are a performance-driven company that believes in rewarding excellence and investing in our people. Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles and responsibilities based on merit. With operations throughout the United States, w e offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Paid time off
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles

About the Role

We are looking for an Assistant Superintendent to join our Operations team in Richmond, VA. Culpeper, VA. Herndon, VA. Manassas, VA. This is a full-time, in-person position.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute contract requirements and support the project’s safety, schedule, and quality objectives.
• Exemplify Holder’s commitment to safety and enforce compliance with OSHA and company policies.
• Oversee on-site workforces, coordinating daily scope, sequencing, and inspection of installed work.
• Assign responsibilities and collaborate with office and field teams to support project goals and manage risk.
• Manage project site logistics and organize on-site activities to maintain workflow efficiency.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to associates, supporting professional growth and team development.
• Read and interpret construction design documents and specifications.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to ensure successful project outcomes.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction/engineering-related field OR 3+ years of equivalent work experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding communication and time management abilities.

Preferred:

• Experience managing or supporting complex commercial construction projects.
• Familiarity with safety, quality, and schedule management standards in commercial construction.

Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).

Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment andHolder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.