Assistant Superintendent
$58,000–$68,000 year
On-siteMcLean, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Assist the Superintendent in managing daily field operations on luxury custom home projects from site preparation through final homeowner walkthrough. Coordinate and communicate with subcontractors to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule while monitoring construction progress and maintaining the highest standards of craftsmanship. Conduct daily site walks to verify work complies with plans, specifications, and company standards, and assist with material deliveries, jobsite organization, and project logistics. Help maintain project schedules, identify potential delays, and enforce OSHA and company safety policies to keep the site clean and organized. Participate in meetings with homeowners, architects, and trade partners as needed, and assist with inspections, punch lists, and project closeout. Complete daily reports, progress photos, and field documentation. This role offers a clear advancement path to Superintendent with direct mentorship from experienced builders on architecturally significant custom homes.
Required Qualifications
- 1–5 years of residential or commercial construction experience
- Strong work ethic
- Desire to build a long-term career in luxury residential construction
- Ability to read construction drawings and specifications
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Positive attitude
- Coachability
- Willingness to learn from experienced builders
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced field environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Desired Qualifications
- Previous experience as an Assistant Superintendent
- Previous experience as a Project Engineer
- Previous experience as a Field Engineer
- Previous experience as a Lead Carpenter
- Previous experience in a similar field role
- Degree in Construction Management
- Degree in Construction Science
- Degree in a related field
- Experience with construction management software
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