American National Standards Institute (ANSI), Architectural Services, Budgeting, Building Codes, Change Requests/Orders, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Drawings, Construction Projects, Contract Requirements, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Drawing, Expense Tracking, Green Construction, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Word, Primavera, Problem Solving Skills, Product Documentation, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Safety/Work Safety, Technical Writing, Training/Teaching
Herndon VA - Assistant Superintendent 2025-2026
Category: Construction Operations
Job Location: 13454 Sunrise Valley Drive, Suite 110, Herndon, VA 20171
Position Type: Full-Time, Regular
Please note: Applying for positions in multiple locations will result in a longer vetting process.
The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including the disabled and veterans.
Job Summary
Whiting-Turner Assistant Superintendents coordinate the work of subcontractors on construction sites. Reporting to a Project Manager or Superintendent, the Assistant Superintendents major duties include:
- Coordinating and directing the work of all trades assigned to a construction work site.
- Resolving and clarifying design issues.
- Supporting creation of project budgets and schedules.
- Identifying and resolving field issues and change orders.
- Setting expectations for managing a safe work site.
- Reviewing each trades work progress with respect to each project phase.
- Ensuring work is completed in accordance with quality standards and contract specifications.
- Reviewing construction drawings.
- Documenting each phase of the project.
Required Skills
Basic qualifications for Assistant Superintendent candidates include:
- Knowledge of engineering principles.
- Knowledge of basic business principles sufficient to project and monitor expenses.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel.
- Ability to read and understand technical specifications, construction drawings, technical manuals, product, material, installation instructions, and engineering/architectural drawings.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Experience with construction projects, mechanical, electrical systems, building materials, building mechanics, or working with craft workers.
Training and Development
Whiting-Turner will train qualified candidates to develop:
- General knowledge of safety regulations, ANSI standards, local and state building codes, environmental codes, availability of industry-specific codes and guidelines.
- General knowledge of construction processes, practices, and work sites.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Primavera, or other scheduling software.
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