Assistant Superintendent - Construction

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Job Description

AECOM Tishman is seeking an Assistant Superintendent - Construction to be based in Jamaica, NY. 

This position is expected to begin in August 2024.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Assists the project Superintendent and Project Manager by performing a variety of tasks in support of construction activities. Duties may differ depending on the specialty area.
• Receives continual supervision and direction in the performance of assigned responsibility.
• Under guidance of the Superintendent, monitors work performance of subcontractors to ensure project plans and schedules are followed.
• Assists with the planning and coordination of sub-contractor activities within the area of responsibility.
• Monitor’s subcontractor personnel to ensure adherence with project plans and promotes quality control of all installations.
• Reviews manpower, material, equipment requirements with others as designated by supervising superintendent.
• Assist with the review of daily reports.
• Enforces the AECOM safety program that creates a safe and healthy work environment on the jobsite.
• Ensures safety standards and requirements are adhered to by crafts/trades, laborers, and others within the jobsite, as well as ensure tools and equipment are in safe condition and operated safely.
• Prepares reports, as required, and keeps supervisors informed on progress of overall assigned activities.
• Interfaces with all other administrative field staff, field management staff and particularly the Lead Superintendent and assigned Project Manager in a coordinated effort.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED and 6 years of relevant experience within the construction industry or demonstrated equivalency of experience and /or education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree majoring in construction management, building technology, civil engineering or similar major.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Prior Internship experience within the construction industry.
• Experience working on a live construction site.
• Able to follow directions and interact with all levels of management on a working construction project.
• Experience engaging with multiple trades on a construction project.
• Ability to learn new technologies and concepts.
• OSHA 30-hour safety course certification preferred
• MEP experience

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

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