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Assistant Superintendent - Early Career

Owen-Ames-Kimball
Grand Rapids, USA
Full-time
Entry
Onsite
Discovered 1 weeks ago

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What You'll Do

  • Support daily field operations by coordinating workforce needs, work sequencing, materials, and equipment requirements.
  • Provide guidance and direction to craft workers to promote productivity, collaboration, and clear communication.
  • Assist with jobsite logistics, subcontractor coordination, and schedule execution to keep projects moving forward.
  • Participate in subcontractor, owner, architect, and contractor meetings to stay aligned on project priorities and upcoming work.
  • Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
  • Review shop drawings, submittals, and installation requirements to support accurate field execution.
  • Conduct quality walkthroughs, identify deficiencies, and assist in resolving issues.
  • Maintain accurate daily reports, logs, and field documentation.
  • Support project closeout activities, including punch list completion, inspections, and documentation.
  • Promote a positive jobsite culture centered on teamwork, communication, and O-A-K values.
  • Champion jobsite safety through daily reinforcement of safe work practices, PPE compliance, and hazard awareness.
  • Assist with safety inspections, hazard identification, corrective actions, and procurement of safety-related materials and equipment.
  • Collaborate closely with project management, field engineering, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
  • Communicate project risks, schedule impacts, and field challenges to project leadership.
  • Help identify and resolve potential issues involving site conditions, material delays, or scheduling conflicts.
  • Support documentation efforts to maintain alignment between project scope, schedule, cost, and field conditions.
  • What We're Looking For
  • Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or enrolled in a Construction Co-op program.
  • Strong understanding of construction means, methods, sequencing, and field operations.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with field teams, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous learning.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction technology platforms is preferred.
  • Reliable transportation and ability to travel to assigned jobsites within the region.
  • Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and grow into future field leadership opportunities.
  • The O-A-K Advantage
  • We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to salary, 401(k) profit sharing, paid time off, health insurance. You’ll work with a close‐knit, supportive team in a low‐turnover culture where people genuinely enjoy what they do. Our size and values mean your contributions are recognized, your work makes a real impact in the communities we serve, and no two days are the same thanks to a variety of engaging, cross‐departmental tasks. Founded in Grand Rapids in 1891, O‐A‐K is a stable, respected company delivering construction projects annually across Michigan, Colorado, and Florida.
  • Owen-Ames-KimballCo. complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. O-A-K does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.
  • Candidates that accept an offer of employment must undergo and pass pre-employment testing including a physical, lift test, drug and background screen.
  • Notice to External Search Firms: Owen-Ames-KimballCo. does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. O-A-K Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or enrolled in a Construction Co-op program.
  • Strong understanding of construction means, methods, sequencing, and field operations.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with field teams, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous learning.
  • Reliable transportation and ability to travel to assigned jobsites within the region.
  • Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and grow into future field leadership opportunities.
  • The O-A-K Advantage
  • We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to salary, 401(k) profit sharing, paid time off, health insurance. You’ll work with a close‐knit, supportive team in a low‐turnover culture where people genuinely enjoy what they do. Our size and values mean your contributions are recognized, your work makes a real impact in the communities we serve, and no two days are the same thanks to a variety of engaging, cross‐departmental tasks. Founded in Grand Rapids in 1891, O‐A‐K is a stable, respected company delivering construction projects annually across Michigan, Colorado, and Florida.
  • Owen-Ames-KimballCo. complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. O-A-K does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.
  • Candidates that accept an offer of employment must undergo and pass pre-employment testing including a physical, lift test, drug and background screen.
  • Notice to External Search Firms: Owen-Ames-KimballCo. does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. O-A-K Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction technology platforms is preferred.

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