Foundations - Assistant General Superintendent

Overview

The Assistant General Superintendent supports the General Superintendent in overseeing and managing daily field operations. This role ensures work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications, budgets, and schedules. The Assistant General Superintendent collaborates with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and field crews to maintain quality standards, enforce safety protocols, and complete projects on time.

• Actively participate in all safety training sessions. Assist in identifying training opportunities and contribute to developing and delivering safety content.
• Regularly observe and provide feedback to employees to promote and reinforce a behavior-based safety culture.
• Guide crews in maintaining a safe work environment by enforcing company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and other applicable safety standards. Ensure timely and accurate reporting of safety issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.

• Participate in the bidding and preconstruction process to familiarize oneself with the Owner, Engineer, and Management project expectations.
• Maintain knowledge of local, county, and state rules and regulations relating to projects and inform crews how to act accordingly.
• Stay up to date on construction means, methods, and procedures.
• Ensure all work follows specified quality standards. Inspect field work for quality compliance, inspect materials for quality compliance, and review the assembly of manufacturer literature and drawings before work starts.

• Provide support to the General Superintendent in identifying projects and personnel with opportunities for efficiency gains.
• Control costs by efficiently utilizing manpower, equipment, materials, and other resources to minimize costs. Use HCSS Heavy Job Software to determine the most cost-effective production standards.
• Support management of day-to-day field operations, including scheduling and coordinating labor resources, determining material quantities and delivery, maintaining communication between subcontractors, owner, site engineer, etc., and ensuring timecards, logs, estimates, and necessary reports are completed on time. Oversee crew mobilization and moves. Act as liaison between clients, project managers, and superintendents. Participate in activities necessary to close each job appropriately.

• Monitor progress on all assigned jobs and guide Superintendents on issues and areas of concern. Ensure proper authorizations are obtained before starting extras and change orders. Control and monitor all change orders and extra work orders to ensure field completion.
• Prepare and communicate the Workforce Schedule for projects to keep division crews active and balanced. Track project budgets and strive to complete projects within the assigned budget.
• Manage field personnel fairly and equitably. Address performance issues as they occur. Regularly complete daily reports to record associates  performance. Oversee team dynamics for maximum productivity, quality, and safety. Support training and ensure crews are trained in safety, skill, and supervisory areas where applicable.
• Participate in meetings to discuss project start-up and future plans. Prepare and participate in regular job site meetings. Keep leadership informed on matters of relative importance.
• Other projects or duties as assigned by management.

• Experience:
  
  Minimum of five years as a Superintendent overseeing construction projects, preferably in construction or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Certifications:
  
  HAZWOPER, OSHA 10-Hour and 30-Hour, Pipelayer's Card, Excavation Safety Training, Confined Space Entry, Blueprint Reading, CPR, and First Aid certifications or the ability to obtain them.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, iPad and iPhone applications.
• Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to read, interpret, and analyze policies, reports, construction plans, specifications, and legal documents.
• Project Coordination:
  Strong ability to communicate and coordinate project needs effectively.
• Communication:
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with employees, clients, and business associates. Must be able to give clear directions and respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, and industry professionals.
• Public Speaking & Presentation:
  Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to address individuals and large groups, including top management.

• Working knowledge of HCSS Software Suites, Plan Grid, and Power BI is preferred but not required.

• Provides leadership, supervision, and mentorship to team members, ensuring their development through guidance, training, and performance evaluations to maintain high efficiency and effectiveness.
• Responsible for hiring, training, and developing direct reports, conducting regular…