Assistant Superintendent - Laydown Yard

United Integrated Services (USA) Corp. is a U.S. subsidiary of United Integrated Services Co., Ltd. (UIS Taiwan), founded in 1982. Established in Phoenix, Arizona in 2020, UIS is a multidisciplinary engineering and construction company providing fully integrated design-build services for high-technology manufacturing facilities. Our scope includes engineering design, high-tech factory planning, and on-time equipment and material delivery, with a focus on clean-room systems, HVAC, electrical systems, and tool hook-up coordination.

About the role

The Assistant Superintendent supports the Superintendent in overseeing daily operations on the construction site. This role involves coordinating and supervising subcontractors, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, managing schedules, and assisting with project documentation to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise foreman and contract workers ensuring that work is performed safely and efficiently.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Facilitate communication between superintendents, UIS engineers, subcontractors, and site workers.
• Coordinate the delivery and storage of materials and equipment.
• Address any issues or conflicts that arise on the site promptly and effectively.
• Enforce safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Ensure all site activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Monitor progress against project milestones and report any deviations to the Superintendent and Project Managers.
• Help plan and organize site logistics to optimize workflow and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of daily site activities, including work progress, safety incidents, and deliveries.
• Prepare and submit reports on project status, including any delays or issues encountered.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of required project documentation.
• Conduct inspections and tests to verify the quality of materials and workmanship.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED; bachelor's degree in construction management or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in construction, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, methods, and best practices.
• Knowledge of Receiving, Shipping, Inventory Control, Logistics, or construction material management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• High level of attention to detail, highly organized, and committed to safety, quality, accountability, and inventory accuracy.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to effectively prioritize responsibilities depending on project needs.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and employees.
• Ability to develop and maintain successful relationships with all levels of employees, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a professional attitude.
• Ability to work in a construction site environment (trailer office).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; Spanish proficiency a plus.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• May be required to travel to other sites within Arizona to perform certain work functions.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Frequently stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift heavier items with assistance or mechanical equipment.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach to perform assigned tasks.
• Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, grasp, and operate tools, equipment, or materials.
• Perform repetitive motions involving the hands, wrists, and arms.
• Climb ladders, stairs, or elevated surfaces as required by the job.
• Maintain visual acuity sufficient to read labels, instructions, safety signage, and documentation.
• Maintain balance and coordination while moving materials or operating equipment.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments requiring frequent movement and manual labor.
• Exposure to dust, noise, vibration, and moving mechanical equipment.
• Indoor and/or outdoor work environments, which may include varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Work in confined spaces, elevated areas, or active job sites, depending on project requirements.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, and high-visibility vests.
• Interaction with powered industrial equipment, tools, and vehicles.