Overview

W.T. Rich Company has been providing construction services in eastern Massachusetts for over 50 years. We have grown from a small family business to a mid-sized construction firm that provides exemplary service to our clients while still maintaining that close “family feel." Our employees are an intricate part of the firm’s outstanding track record and admirable reputation among owners, architects, engineers and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Project Superintendent assists the Project Superintendent on assigned projects during critical phases of construction. Traveling to the geographic regions serviced by W.T. Rich is an expected and required component of the Assistant Project Superintendent’s role. Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Assist in maintaining a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures; compliance with all legal regulations
• Work as a key team member of W.T. Rich field staff in site construction execution; manage and lead tasks and responsibilities as assigned
• Establish positive and effective relationships with project stakeholders
• Assist in the field leadership of subcontractors under the direction of the Project Superintendent
• Develop an understanding of subcontractors by evaluating/understanding specific scopes of work and monitoring performance
• Learn all aspects of running a successful job site under the guidance of the Project Superintendent, including design document comprehension; understanding and adherence to applicable building code; review of shop drawings and submittals; monitoring of project expenditures; knowledge of OSHA construction standards; and field management of project risk
• Collaborate with the Project Superintendent to understand overall and short-interval construction planning and scheduling
• As part of the project team, work towards a strong project completion including timely generation of pre-punch lists and achieving punch list completion in line with project and company

Qualifications

Experience/Education:

• BS degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field – preferred
• 0 - 3 years construction industry experience or equivalent combination

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License – preferred
• OSHA-30 training – preferred
• Basic computer skills and competency – required  
• Massachusetts public construction industry experience – preferred

If you are an innovative collaborator and truly enjoy working in a fast-paced team environment, W.T. Rich will provide long-term career opportunities for the right candidates. Please upload your resume and cover letter to Careers@wtrich.com.