Assistant Superintendent

About the role

The Assistant Superintendent supports the Superintendent and/or Senior Superintendent in the execution of field operations on a hyperscale data center project. This role is responsible for assisting with day-to-day jobsite operations, including safety compliance, subcontractor coordination, schedule adherence, and quality control, from mobilization through project closeout.

Responsibilities

• Become fully familiar with the project safety plan, emergency procedures, and site-specific requirements for a hyperscale data center environment
• Aid in jobsite mobilization, including temporary facilities, access control, signage, and logistics planning
• Document existing site conditions and adjacent areas prior to the start of construction activities
• Aid in supervising daily field activities across multiple trades, with an emphasis on MEP, structural, and architectural scopes typical of hyperscale facilities
• Coordinate subcontractor work to ensure alignment with the master schedule and short-interval plans
• Attend and contribute to daily huddles, weekly subcontractor coordination meetings, and preparatory meetings
• Maintain oversight of subcontractor performance related to safety, productivity, workmanship, and compliance with plans and specifications
• Support logistics coordination for material deliveries, laydown areas, and site access
• Actively support enforcement of all jobsite safety requirements, including PPE, permits, and safe work practices
• Affirmative participation in safety audits, observations, and corrective actions
• Monitor quality control activities and assist with inspections, testing coordination, and documentation
• Ensure permits, bulletins, drawings, and revisions are properly posted and communicated in the field
• Review and understand the project schedule, including key milestones and critical path activities
• Aid in tracking daily and weekly progress, identifying potential conflicts or delays
• Support short-term planning efforts (look-ahead schedules) and report progress or issues to the Superintendent
• Aid in maintaining accurate daily reports and field documentation
• Assist with contract administration and cost controls
• Assist with coding invoices, time tickets, and field cost documentation
• Affirmative submission of timesheets and field records
• Aid in supervising punch-list activities, final inspections, cleaning, and demobilization
• Support turnover documentation and closeout activities in coordination with the project team
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent or Senior Superintendent

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent industry experience
• 2+ years of commercial construction experience, preferably on large-scale or mission-critical projects
• Exposure to MEP-intensive projects and multi-trade coordination
• Working knowledge of construction scheduling principles and field execution
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic familiarity with scheduling or field management software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software (Procore, BIM 360, Bluebeam)
• Strong math, reasoning, comprehension, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desired & Preferred Qualifications

• Physical Requirements & Work Environment
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Frequent use of hands and arms for handling materials, documentation, and technology
• Occasional lifting of items up to 20 pounds
• Work performed in both office and active construction site environments, including exposure to outdoor conditions, dust, noise, vibration, and typical jobsite hazards
• Must be able to view computer monitors and project documentation regularly