Construction Assistant Superintendent

RQ Construction

$85K — $115K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Additional education in construction management or engineering preferred
  • Minimum 3 years in a lead supervisory role on mid to large projects
  • Strong practical field or trade experience preferred
  • Experience with government or military construction projects highly preferred
  • Familiarity with Design-Build processes is a plus
  • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and web applications required
  • Knowledge of Primavera P3/P6, Viewpoint, BIM platforms, or Revit preferred
  • CPR, First Aid, OSHA 30, EM-385, and STS certifications require or achievable through training
  • LEED Green Associate certification is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Support the Superintendent in daily construction operations
  • Coordinate subcontractors efficiently to facilitate workflows
  • Supervise field activities ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards
  • Manage project schedules and ensure timely completion of tasks
  • Promote company standards, culture, and values among project teams
  • Assist with quality control efforts throughout the project lifecycle
  • Ensure work complies with project specifications and contract requirements

Benefits

  • Vehicle allowance
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid holidays and vacation time
  • Sick leave availability
Full Job Description
RQ is actively hiring Construction Assistant Superintendents to join our West Coast Field Operations team supporting military construction projects across San Diego County. Although the position is headquartered out of our Carlsbad, California office, candidates should be prepared to work at project sites throughout the region.

The Assistant Superintendent plays a key role in supporting field leadership and daily construction operations. Working closely with the Superintendent, this position helps coordinate subcontractors, supervise field activities, and ensure all work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and according to project specifications, drawings, proposals, and contract requirements. The role also supports quality control efforts and schedule management while promoting company standards, culture, and values. Because projects are located on military installations, candidates must be eligible to gain access to active bases.

Compensation & Benefits
  • Annual salary between $85,000 and $115,000, depending on qualifications and experience
  • Vehicle allowance
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid holidays, vacation time, and sick leave

Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Additional education in construction management, engineering, or related disciplines preferred
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a lead Foreman or similar supervisory role overseeing scheduling, procurement, safety compliance, field operations, quality control, and multiple stages of construction on mid-sized to large projects
  • At least 3 years of practical field or trade experience strongly preferred
  • Experience working on government, military, or major commercial construction projects is highly preferred
  • Design-Build construction background is a plus
  • Basic computer proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and web-based applications required, training available if necessary
  • Experience using Primavera P3/P6, Viewpoint, BIM platforms, or Revit is preferred
  • CPR, First Aid, OSHA 30, EM-385, and STS certifications required or ability to obtain through company-provided training
  • LEED Green Associate certification is a plus

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