Assistant Superintendent; New Grad
Listed on 2026-10-16
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Construction
Construction Manager/ Foreman, Site Manager, Civil Engineering
Assistant Superintendent (New Grad 2027)
Houston, TX, US
ABOUT YOUAre you someone who enjoys being hands-on, solving problems in real time, and seeing projects come to life in the field?
Do you have an extreme commitment to safety? Are you a hard-working leader that never settles for less than superior quality? Do you prefer to manage the construction process from outside the trailer?
If you answered "Yes!"
- this opportunity was built for you.
At ARCO Design/Build, we're not just building structures - we're building the next generation of industry leaders. Join us and discover what it means to be part of one of the nation's top design/build construction firms.
A DAY IN THE LIFEAsan Assistant Superintendent, every daybrings a new lesson.
You’llgain exposure to the full lifecycle of a project while working alongside experienced professionals who areinvestedin your growth.
Here'swhat you can expect:
- Preconstruction Planning - Attend post-award meetings to review project details andassistwith construction planning before work begins.
- Project Scheduling - Work with the Project Manager to develop construction schedules, sequencing, staffing plans, and equipment needs.
- Field Leadership - Oversee daily construction activities to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and according to project specifications.
- Subcontractor Coordination - Manage subcontractor activities, communicate schedule updates, and ensure work is properly coordinated across trades.
- Material & Equipment Management - Assist with material deliveries, equipment coordination, shop drawing approvals, and material submittals.
- Progress & Cost Tracking - Help prepare job progress reports, review field purchase orders and invoices, and monitor project costs.
- Owner & Design Team Communication - Maintain regular communication with owners, architects, and project stakeholdersregardingproject progress and field activities.
- Jobsite Meetings - Lead andparticipatein jobsite coordination meetings with project managers, regional managers, subcontractors, and other project team members.
- Documentation - Maintainaccuratedaily reports and jobsite records, including project activities, site conditions, visitors, and key project decisions.
- Safety Leadership - Promote and enforce the company's safety program whilemaintaininga safe, productivejobsitefor all team members.
- Team Collaboration - Partner with Project Managers and field teams to understand how office and field operations work together to successfully deliver projects.
Every day as a Superintendent is different, but you'll play a key role in keeping projects safe, organized, and on schedule.
NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS- Recent or soon-to-begraduateof an accredited
Civil, Mechanical, Architectural, Construction Management, Building Science, or Construction Engineering
undergraduate or graduate program (other related engineering majors will be considered) - A strong interest in the construction process, specifically design/build, tilt-up concrete, industrial builds, etc.
- Previous experience in construction preferred, but not required
- Possess and maintain a current, valid driver's licenses in your state of residence
- GPA 3.0 or higher preferred, but not required
- Proficiency using Word, Excel,Outlook and Microsoft Project
- Excellent verbal communication skills,attention to detail, and a strong work ethic
- Treat people fairly and do the right thing
- Understand our customers' business and solve their problems
- Be positive, upbeat, and have fun
- Create opportunities for individual financial success based on merit
We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work. Our compensation and…
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