Bachelor's degree or 3+ years of relevant commercial construction experience, especially in interior or high-end renovations
Ability to read and interpret commercial construction plans and specifications
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety and Health Certification required
Strong organizational and communication skills, with collaborative abilities on-site
Proficient with Microsoft Office and ideally familiar with Procore and Microsoft Project
Responsibilities
Support daily on-site operations and trade coordination alongside the Superintendent
Maintain accurate document control with timely reporting
Track procurement processes from submittal to installation
Enforce JRM safety protocols on-site
Interpret architectural and engineering drawings for relevant parties
Supervise specific trades and project areas as assigned
Act as Acting Superintendent as needed, resolving site issues
Benefits
Diverse and inclusive workplace culture
Opportunities for career growth and development
Supportive learning environment with emphasis on skill enhancement
Engagement with high-profile clients across various industries
Exposure to multiple project types and sizes
Full Job Description
Job Summary
The Assistant Superintendent supports daily on-site operations, assists with trade coordination, material tracking, and safety compliance. This role requires strong organization, document control skills, and the ability to cover for the Superintendent when needed.
Responsibilities and Duties
Support the Superintendent in managing daily site operations, including trade coordination, material tracking, and safety compliance
Maintain proficiency in all fields of document control tools and processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
Track procurement items from submittal through delivery and site installation
Apply knowledge of JRM safety procedures and protocols, enforcing compliance on site
Read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings, design comments, and communicate relevant information to the appropriate parties
Supervise designated trades and work areas within the project scope
Cover the jobsite in the Superintendent's absence, identifying and resolving safety or project issues with subcontractors and building staff
Prepare and manage construction administration tasks such as submittal and RFI processes, meeting minutes, progress tracking, and safety paperwork
Coordinate building access, delivery schedules, and site logistics
Communicate clearly and professionally with multiple stakeholders, adapting messaging for varied audiences
Utilize construction software and Microsoft Office tools to support project documentation and communication
Serve as an assistant to one Superintendent on small to medium projects, or as part of a team supporting multiple Superintendents on larger projects
Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor's degree or a minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in commercial construction, preferably interior or high-end renovation projects
Proficient in reading and interpreting commercial construction plans and specifications
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety and Health Certification required
Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively on site
Computer Systems
Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Microsoft Project and Procore (preferred but not required)
Salary Information
To the extent this position is performed in New York City, the annual salary range for this role is $65,000 - $105,000.
Note: The comp range and the description are for ALL levels of Assistant Superintendent!
