Assistant Superintendent

Forrester is in search of great builders to join our team! Our people build complex, challenging, and interesting projects in a diversity of markets, including healthcare, hospitality, education, and commercial. Our Assistant Superintendents get real responsibilities and have the opportunity to personally impact the success of our projects. You'll also receive great mentoring and support for growing your career.

The Assistant Superintendent is primarily responsible for managing and coordinating all on-site construction activities. Working under the direct supervision of a Superintendent or Project Manager, the Assistant Superintendent will ensure that projects are completed on time, within scope, and to the highest standards. This role requires a proactive individual who can manage schedules, subcontractors, and safety protocols while maintaining positive relationships with all stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Schedule Management: Oversee daily activities on-site, referencing and updating the project schedule. Independently create and manage look-ahead, phased, or specific subcontract schedules.

• Contracts and Risk Management: Read and comprehend project contracts and specifications. Understand and manage contract terms effectively.

• External Relationships: Maintain direct interactions with owners, architects, and subcontractors. Resolve conflicts and manage relationships to ensure project success.

• Field Operations: Provide direction to subcontractors, resolve issues related to work sequences, design conflicts, and resource allocation. Maintain project documentation, including daily reports and RFIs.

• Subcontractor Management: Ensure subcontractors adhere to the project schedule and maintain positive working relationships.

• Safety Management: Lead by example in safety practices, participate in safety meetings, and adhere to Forrester’s safety requirements.

• Financial Management: Interpret accounting reports, understand project financial impacts, and seek guidance from financial advisors as needed.

• Project Development: Identify and qualify leads, participate in networking opportunities, and understand Forrester’s products and strategic goals.

• Pre-Construction, Estimating, and Purchasing: Demonstrate knowledge of the bidding process, review scopes of work, and effectively write or review them as needed.

Leadership and Management:

• Strategy: Align work with project and company priorities, identify critical issues, and offer solutions.

• Execution: Deliver timely, accurate work, hold others accountable, and use resources efficiently.

• Talent Management: Engage in continuous learning, foster clear communication, and build trust with team members.

• Impact and Influence: Set an example with commitment and energy, create a personal network, and apply negotiation and conflict resolution techniques effectively.

• Communication: Communicate clearly and confidently, set expectations, provide feedback, and contribute effectively in meetings.

Forrester Values:

• Teamwork: Promote and encourage teamwork within the organization.

• Do the Right Thing: Act with honesty and integrity, even when unsupervised.

• Make it Happen: Set clear standards, model accountability, and follow through on commitments.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of construction experience, with a strong background in trades.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management and/or equivalent experience

• 3+ Years of progressively responsible field operations experience in general contracting environment, including, at a minimum, verifiable experience managing projects over $5M. Experience with similar project and market type or projects of a larger size may be required for some positions

• Demonstrated attention to detail, multitasking, and goal orientation.

• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

• Ability to manage schedules, subcontractors, and financial impacts effectively.

• Proficiency in scheduling software and understanding of MEP systems.

• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Education and Certifications:

• CPR/First Aid and OSHA certifications required within the first 90 days of employment.

• Additional industry credentials (e.g., Maryland Environmental Green Card, EM-385, CQM, LEED) are a plus.

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to stand, walk, and handle materials up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to work in various environmental conditions including noise, dust, and semi-enclosed spaces.

Work Environment:

• Construction job sites with exposure to extreme conditions and loud noise levels.

Why Forrester is the place to build a great career

At Forrester, we offer our Team Members a strong corporate culture that emphasizes excellence and teamwork. We support the development of outstanding careers and offer opportunities for our team to continually grow their professional skills. Our size allows every Team Member to have an impact on the success of the company and creates a strong sense of pride and ownership. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and excellent salaries.