Assistant Superintendent

BH-322166-1
  • N/A
  • United States Arkansas Arkansas
  • Contract
  • Construction & Infrastructure
Assistant Superintendent

Industry: Civil/Construction
Locations: Arkansas & Kentucky (Statewide – must be willing to travel between sites) 
Salary: $45ph (Negotiable) + Per diem for travel

About the Role
The Assistant Superintendent will support field operations on office and warehouse renovation projects. This position requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to manage site activities from start to finish.

Role Highlights
  • Assist with daily site operations, coordination, and oversight
  • Manage subcontractors to ensure manpower, progress, and quality standards
  • Conduct daily site walks and maintain a clean, safe job site
  • Track and generate reports (daily logs, manpower, inspections, deliveries, punch lists)
  • Attend OAC meetings and communicate progress to Superintendents and PMs
  • Perform field-level quality checks and coordinate inspections
  • Lead safety meetings and enforce compliance across all trades
  • Help drive schedule adherence and identify risks early
Requirements
  • 5–7 years of on-site construction experience in a similar role
  • Proven track record as Assistant Superintendent, Field Engineer, or Site Coordinator
  • Familiarity with ground-up construction, tenant improvements, PEMB, or industrial projects
  • Proficient in reading construction drawings and understanding MEP systems
  • Experience with Procore preferred
  • Strong knowledge of site safety standards and OSHA compliance
Preferred Education & Certifications
  • Bachelor’s in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field OR equivalent experience
  • OSHA 30 & CPR certifications (or willingness to obtain immediately)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Strong leadership presence with a collaborative attitude
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure
  • Problem-solving mindset with a focus on prevention
Please note this role is open to nationals of the United States of America only.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

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