Assistant Superintendent

At C&S Companies, we believe work environment, culture, and the opportunity to learn and grow are key elements when considering a new job. We are just the right size to provide the resources and support you need without the burdensome bureaucracy of a large corporate environment. To that end, we foster a family-friendly and supportive workplace; collaborative and employee-focused with an emphasis on quality, integrity, trust, fun, and accountability.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are a top priority at C&S. We promote personal and professional growth by cultivating and sustaining a safe, inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels a sense of belonging. By encouraging employees to bring their whole selves to work, we create a diverse and equitable environment where all our voices are heard.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Construction Assistant Superintendent for commercial tenant improvements, retail and industrial related projects in our Syracuse office. The candidate will be responsible for supporting trades and assist managing daily on site activities. The successful candidate must possess the knowledge, experience and confidence to engage and professionally interact with the design professionals, consultants and client while successfully directing the sub-contractors and other construction related personnel in planning, coordinating and safely executing the work in accordance with the contract documents, schedule and budget. This individual will work closely with the Project Manager and fulfill an integral role on the project. This position will require travel within Central New York.

Position Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of the project schedule
• Review the project plans and specifications and comment on the building design, scheduling and potential construction problems.
• Support all day to day site activities.
• Complete required daily project field documentation.
• Maintain good relations and communication with all involved with the project.
• Assist contacting, scheduling and coordinating all subcontractors, suppliers and utilities.
• Monitor and maintain the project construction schedule on a weekly basis.
• Conduct weekly subcontractor & safety meetings
• Inform the Project Manager of any errors, discrepancies or omissions contained within the design drawings.
• Maintain a safe job site and ensure that the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act are enforced.
• Coordinate and direct independent testing and inspections as required.
• Maintain and enforce good construction standards and quality control to ensure conformance with contract documents.
• Ensure that "as-built" drawings are prepared on an ongoing basis by all trades during the construction period.
• Help coordinate all required municipal inspections.
• Help prepare and expedite project deficiency lists.
• Ensure the project site is kept clean and in a safe working environment.
• Utilize safe work practices in accordance with federal, state, local, and company standards.
• Communicate incidents, accidents, near misses, potential hazards, and unsafe working conditions to a supervisor or the Health and Safety Department as soon as identified.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Minimum 5+ years' experience as a construction superintendent or having lead construction projects in the field.
• College or university degree.
• Possess strong ability to read and interpret plans and specs
• Must have understanding of construction terms, scheduling and planning concepts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project, Word, and Excel.
• Procore project management software prior experience a plus.
• Excellent organizational, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Must understand the importance of safety and quality on job sites

Estimated Compensation Range: $60,000 - $75,000/year*

*Actual compensation may vary based on related work experience, geographical location and market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.

WHO WE ARE: C&S Companies is a national planning, design, and construction firm with more than 500 employees and growing. For more than 50 years we have been delivering critical infrastructure design, planning and construction services in aviation, civil/site infrastructure, construction and program management, construction/design-build, energy, environmental, facilities, architecture, planning, sustainability, and transportation. We have offices throughout New York State, California, Florida, Michigan, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Washington, and Kentucky.