Assistant Superintendent - Commercial Construction

Columbus, Ohio Permanent USD60,000 - USD90,000 per year View Job Description
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About Our Client

Our client is a premier General Contractor with a 75-year legacy of excellence and a portfolio exceeding $1B in completed projects, specializing in the multifamily sector. Backed by sustained, aggressive growth, they are seeking a driven Assistant Superintendent to join their expanding team. This role is strategically structured for rapid professional development, offering a clear, fast-tracked path to transition into a lead Superintendent position within the next two years.

Job Description



  • Collaborative Scheduling: Partner closely with the Lead Superintendent and Project Manager to support the creation, maintenance, and real-time management of the overall project schedule.


  • Master Schedule Comprehension: Assist in developing and tracking the Master Project Schedule, demonstrating a foundational understanding of construction activities, sequencing logic, and critical milestones.


  • Short-Interval Look-Aheads: Conduct daily unit inspections to accurately prepare, maintain, and distribute 3-week rolling schedules to ownership, subcontractors, and vendors.



On-Site Field Management



  • Trade Coordination: Oversee and coordinate daily on-site subcontractor activities to ensure adherence to the project timeline and safety standards.


  • Quality Assurance & Control: Serve as a frontline QA/QC representative; actively monitor field workmanship and ensure the prompt correction of any deficient work.


  • On-Site Liaison: Act as a dependable mediator to resolve minor subcontractor, supplier, and field staff issues efficiently.


  • Inspection Management: Lead jobsite walks alongside third-party consultants (e.g., geotechnical, structural, fireproofing) and successfully manage walk-throughs with local municipal inspectors to ensure compliance.


  • Material Logistics: Oversee field construction processes in tandem with project leadership, including the review and approval of site material requests and deliveries.


  • Reporting & Safety: Maintain real-time communication with the Project Manager regarding site progress, material delays, or field deficiencies; administer first aid as necessary.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant



  • Experience: 1-3 years of hands-on commercial construction field experience, with a strong preference for multifamily, podium deck, or post-tension concrete projects.


  • Project Exposure: Proven track record of supporting or managing project phases successfully from groundbreaking through to closeout.


  • Leadership & Communication: Emerging team leader with excellent interpersonal and proactive verbal/written communication skills.


  • Technology: Tech-savvy and proficient with modern construction management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, or similar field tracking tools).



What's on Offer

  • Base salary $60,000 - $90,000
  • Bonus (typically between 9-12%)
  • Vehicle allowance - $500/mo
  • Cell phone allowance
  • 15 days PTO
  • Dental, Health, and Vision
  • Annual raises
  • Development programs
  • Quarterly reviews
  • Charity events/community outreach
Contact
Luke Miles
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7029846

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Columbus
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Luke Miles
Job Reference
JN-062026-7029846