What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Superintendent position at Russell Square Inc.?
Russell Square (RS) is a multi-state developer and licensed general contractor with employees currently based in five states in the western half of the United States. We specialize in multifamily development and are responsible for all phases of the real estate development process from site selection to lease-up. Our current pipeline consists of 2300 apartments slated to begin construction over the coming 14 months in various states.
We are looking for individuals who not only excel in their roles but also embody our core values of Communication, Collaboration and Consistency. At Russell Square, we believe that consistent effort leads to excellence, clear and open communication is the foundation of successful teamwork, and that every project benefits from collaborative effort. Our ideal candidate is someone who can deliver reliable, high-quality work, communicate effectively in all situations, and thrive in a team environment where mutual support and problem-solving are paramount. If you are passionate about contributing to a culture that values these principles, we invite you to join our team.
The Assistant Superintendent, upon the direction of the Superintendent and/or Project Manager, will be responsible for site work, project oversite, subcontractor direction, plan review, submittal process and possible light labor (light carpentry, caulking, painting, etc.).
Role and Responsibilities:
The physical demands described herein represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of the job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We are looking for individuals who not only excel in their roles but also embody our core values of Communication, Collaboration and Consistency. At Russell Square, we believe that consistent effort leads to excellence, clear and open communication is the foundation of successful teamwork, and that every project benefits from collaborative effort. Our ideal candidate is someone who can deliver reliable, high-quality work, communicate effectively in all situations, and thrive in a team environment where mutual support and problem-solving are paramount. If you are passionate about contributing to a culture that values these principles, we invite you to join our team.
The Assistant Superintendent, upon the direction of the Superintendent and/or Project Manager, will be responsible for site work, project oversite, subcontractor direction, plan review, submittal process and possible light labor (light carpentry, caulking, painting, etc.).
Role and Responsibilities:
- Ensures proper implementation and compliance with all Russell Square policies and procedures
- Reviews and enforces all contracts and specifications with Subcontractors
- Supervises and manages all assigned subcontractors
- Enforces Project-Specific Safety Plans and ensures compliance with OSHA safety policies
- Assists or conducts Weekly Safety Meeting and safety inspections
- Assists and attends Weekly Subcontractor’s Meetings
- Prepares for and participates in Scheduling Meetings
- Completes Daily Reports, logs, and progress photos
- Resolves subcontractor conflicts
- Manages jobsite clean-up, security, and quality control program
- Develops and maintains relations with management, architects, engineers, inspection officials, and local community members
- Reviews the project material/submittal status log for compliance
- Maintains as-built dimensions and changes to drawings and or specifications to implement into a bulletin
- Develops and maintains good working relationships with various people, including owners, managers, tradespersons, and craft -workers
- Assistant Superintendent will immediately inform the Superintendent of any safety or resident related issues
- Understands and utilizes “STOP WORK AUTHORITY” at any time needed to prevent accidents
- Strong communication and customer service are paramount at Russell Square
- Performs other related duties as assigned
- A minimum of 1-3 years of experience in building construction
- Additional construction experience is preferred
- Experience in field operations
- Multi-Family experience a plus
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Experience in specializing building systems
- Experience in garden style apartment construction
- Ability to build strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to run the site efficiently and effectively
- Thorough knowledge of OSHA construction order regulations
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Understanding of contracts, plans, specifications, and regulations
- Knowledge of the construction process, including scheduling, workforce, meeting construction timelines, and equipment
- Ability to remain flexible and efficient in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to make intelligent and quick decisions, work well under pressure, and when faced with unexpected occurrences or delays
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Supervisory and leadership skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
- Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn about the project or product being developed
- Good understanding of Procore, Microsoft Office Suite or related construction management software
The physical demands described herein represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of the job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching
- Must have the ability to climb a 40-foot ladder to inspect and review project specs
- Must be able to get on roofs and inspect
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
- Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers
- Must be on-call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other job site issues
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, selective plans paid for by the Company
- 401K after 6 months of employment (3% company contribution)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) – accrual begins 90 after start date
- 6 paid holidays
- Paid Sick Time – 52 hours of paid sick time – Given at the beginning of every year. They may be used as vacation time. A maximum of 40 hours of unused sick time will rollover into the following year
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000
