Assistant Superintendent (New Grad 2027)

About You
Are 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.

About the role

A DAY IN THE LIFE
As an Assistant Superintendent, every day brings a new lesson. You’ll gain exposure to the full lifecycle of a project while working alongside experienced professionals who are invested in your growth.

Responsibilities

• Preconstruction Planning – Attend post-award meetings to review project details and assist with 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 stakeholders regarding project progress and field activities.
• Jobsite Meetings – Lead and participate in jobsite coordination meetings with project managers, regional managers, subcontractors, and other project team members.
• Documentation – Maintain accurate daily reports and jobsite records, including project activities, site conditions, visitors, and key project decisions.
• Safety Leadership – Promote and enforce the company's safety program while maintaining a safe, productive jobsite for 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.

Requirements

• Recent or soon-to-be graduate of 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 license 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 eth

Benefits

Four core values that guide our culture:

• 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 benefits package not only supports our associates and their families but benefits local communities and communities around the world.

• Competitive Pay + Industry-Leading Bonuses – Earn top-tier compensation with a performance-based bonus program that rewards your impact.
• Ownership & Rewards – Choose between our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) or a generously funded profit-sharing plan—either way, your success is our success.
• Secure Your Future – We offer both Traditional and Roth 401(k) options to help you build lasting financial security.
• Invest in Education – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement for associates and up to $28,000 in scholarships per child to support your family’s future.
• Recharge & Explore – Enjoy a fully paid 1-month sabbatical every 5 years, plus $5,000 to fund your adventure.
• Give Back, On Us – Make a difference with 1 week of paid volunteer leave annually and a 100% match on your charitable donations.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Access medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus 100% paid maternity leave for 12 weeks to support your growing family.

We don’t just invest in projects — we invest in people. From your first day, you’ll be part of a team that values growth, connection, and doing great work.