Assistant Superintendent

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.

Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors.

About the role

Suffolk is seeking people who are bold, curious, innovative, and caring. We’ll challenge and inspire you to be your very best while embracing what makes you unique. Here, you’ll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. The Assistant Superintendent is responsible for planning and executing the construction program according to Suffolk’s procedures, including safety, quality, and schedule. Responsibilities on a project may be divided by area or by trade discipline.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and distribute the construction documents to the entire project team, including Plans, Specifications, RFI’s, Bulletins, and Field Reports
• Responsible for managing layout and confirming and verifying the correctness of field dimensions
• Verify subcontractor layout to ensure compliance with established line and grade
• Administer Suffolk’s Quality Management Program, specifically the First Delivery and Benchmark Inspections. Document any deficiencies and assist in tracking them to final resolution
• Continuously monitor job progress on-site, checking all work to ensure compliance with Contract Documents
• Monitor and document all daily construction activity using written reports, photographs, sketches, and other software tools
• Help create and distribute daily and weekly work plans to the project team, including schedules and logistics plans
• Attend and participate in weekly and/or monthly meetings with customers and clients providing updates on the status of construction and addressing concerns
• Compile and maintain all permits, testing, and inspections required for successful project completion and acceptance
• Assist in the administration of the Suffolk Safety Program, including pre-construction meetings, pre-task planning, daily monitoring, and enforcement of all applicable safety requirements
• Supervise and mentor Suffolk’s Field Engineers in their daily work
• Communicate clear expectations for safety to project teams

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred
• 2+ years of experience in related construction fields
• Self-motivated
• Strong organizational skills
• Possess a strong sense of urgency
• Strong communication skills
• Strong time management and multi-tasking skills
• Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles
• Market-leading medical and emotional/mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care
• Generous paid time off
• 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources
• Company paid and voluntary life insurance
• Tax deferred savings accounts
• 10 backup daycare days each year
• Short- and long-term disability
• Commuter benefits