Assistant Construction Manager

Sterling Industrial, headquartered in Evansville, Indiana, was founded in 1982 to provide swift, reliable service for utilities in southern Indiana. As a multi-craft union contractor, we offer civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical services for new construction and maintenance/retrofit projects across power generation, metals, pulp/paper, plastics, and chemical markets.

About the role

Supports management of field construction activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily field operations.
• Coordinate Superintendent activities.
• Monitor productivity and progress.
• Support work planning efforts.
• Assist with field issue resolution.
• Support project reporting and coordination.
• Facilitate communication between disciplines.

Requirements

• 5 years’ experience.
• Heavy Industrial work experience preferred.
• Experience with projects $50M or above.
• Design-Build experience a plus.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Decision-making skills.
• Effective listening skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Primavera.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Degree in Construction Management and/or engineering preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.
• May have to walk up flights of stairs, uneven surfaces, or climb a ladder.