Assistant Superintendent
About The Position
JRM is one of the top General Contracting and Construction Management Firms with over a decade of trusted experience. Headquartered in New York City with offices in New Jersey, California, and Florida, JRM delivers the highest quality services to clients that include City, State & Federal Agencies, Fortune 500 corporations, respected property owners & developers, major law firms, media & tech firms, leading luxury retailers, renowned hospitality groups, life sciences & healthcare organizations, and financial services firms. JRM knows that dedicated, accomplished employees are the heart of any successful enterprise. We are focused on maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are always looking to add passionate personnel to our teams across the US. Job Summary The Assistant Superintendent supports daily on-site operations, assists with trade coordination, material tracking, and safety compliance. This role requires strong organization, document control skills, and the ability to cover for the Superintendent when needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in commercial construction, preferably interior or high-end renovation projects
- Proficient in reading and interpreting commercial construction plans and specifications
- OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety and Health Certification required
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively on site
Nice To Haves
- Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Microsoft Project and Procore (preferred but not required)
Responsibilities
- Support the Superintendent in managing daily site operations, including trade coordination, material tracking, and safety compliance
- Maintain proficiency in all fields of document control tools and processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
- Track procurement items from submittal through delivery and site installation
- Apply knowledge of JRM safety procedures and protocols, enforcing compliance on site
- Read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings, design comments, and communicate relevant information to the appropriate parties
- Supervise designated trades and work areas within the project scope
- Cover the jobsite in the Superintendent’s absence, identifying and resolving safety or project issues with subcontractors and building staff
- Prepare and manage construction administration tasks such as submittal and RFI processes, meeting minutes, progress tracking, and safety paperwork
- Coordinate building access, delivery schedules, and site logistics
- Communicate clearly and professionally with multiple stakeholders, adapting messaging for varied audiences
- Utilize construction software and Microsoft Office tools to support project documentation and communication
- Serve as an assistant to one Superintendent on small to medium projects, or as part of a team supporting multiple Superintendents on larger projects
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
