Superintendent, Assistant

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Thinking about a change?

Ellis Don is at the forefront of the rapidly changing construction industry. Our core values empower people to build great careers and develop creative solutions for complex projects. We have over 70 years of demonstrated expertise in pre-construction, construction, and post-construction. Learn more about our Cradle to Grave services and hear from our team about careers at Ellis Don.

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Our new venture in Austin, Texas highlights our dedication to innovation and community infrastructure. This project brings our Cradle to Grave services to a vibrant city, ensuring superior standards at every construction phase. Join us as Ellis Don continues to shape the future of construction.

You as an Assistant Superintendent will:

• Field Support & Operations:
  Assist with project mobilization, including review of site logistics, utilities, and schedules. Develop a working knowledge of approved drawings, contract documents, and specifications.
• Scheduling & Documentation:
  Support the development and tracking of project schedules, daily logs, craft worker timesheets, and self-perform work quantities. Provide updates to the Project Manager and Superintendent as needed.
• Safety Oversight:
  Help implement and monitor the project-specific safety plan. Participate in daily huddles, safety meetings, inspections, and ensure subcontractor compliance with company safety programs and requirements.
• Subcontractor Coordination:
  Participate in subcontractor meetings, document safety programs, job hazard analyses (JHAs/JSAs), and assist with field coordination to keep work on schedule.
• Quality Assurance:
  Contribute to the project-specific quality control plan. Conduct inspections, identify issues early, and assist in implementing corrective measures.
• Materials & Equipment:
  Assist with ordering and tracking materials and equipment, ensuring timely delivery and proper use on site

Is this the right role for you?

• You are interested in pursuing career opportunities in Austin, Texas.
• 3 years of construction experience or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Understanding of construction fundamentals, with eagerness to grow and expand technical and leadership skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• You have the ability to quickly identify problem situations, evaluate alternative causes, produce workable solutions and lead a large team to successful completion.

What we offer:

• A market-competitive annual salary that rewards your talent.
• Profit Sharing.
• Medical, Dental, and Life insurance coverage from the first day of employment.
• 401k matching plan.
• Healthcare spending account.

Ellis Don is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity. We celebrate our differences and commit to Inclusive Diversity, creating a safe environment for everyone to be their authentic selves. Our purpose is to help people achieve their full potential and contribute meaningfully to the community.

Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status. The Ellis Don core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability means that we all have a role to play.

As an Ellis Don employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

We are committed to providing a positive candidate experience and ensuring timely updates are provided to all candidates. If you haven't already, be sure to create a profile on our Careers page here to remain up to date on the status of your application and learn about new career opportunities as they arise.

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