What does an Assistant Superintendent do?
The role supports a Superintendent with field coordination and other site duties defined by the employer. We confirm the job's responsibilities and level of independence before recruiting.
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Assistant Superintendent Recruiters
Recruit Assistant Superintendents who support site coordination, documentation and field communication while building construction leadership experience.
We won't waste your time with candidates that don't make sense. We don't cut corners, and we don't rely on job postings. We headhunt.
For employers hiring talent. This 15-minute call is for companies discussing a hiring need. Candidates: submit your profile and resume here.
Construction HeadhuntersWe don't post jobs. We headhunt.
- Elite construction recruiters
- No fee unless you hire
- Local and 100% travel candidates
- GCs, developers and construction managers
Start the search
Tell us who you need.
Share the basics. We will call to talk through the job.
No finished job description needed. Ivan or a senior teammate will help you work through the details.
Prefer a conversation? Book a 15-minute employer callFor employers hiring talent. This 15-minute call is for companies discussing a hiring need. Candidates: submit your profile and resume here.
Or call 954-758-9593.
For a standard contingency search, there is no upfront recruiting fee. You pay only if you hire under the signed agreement.
The search brief
Assistant Superintendents support jobsite coordination and help keep field teams aligned. We recruit emerging site leaders for contractors who need hands-on support suited to their project and supervision structure.
A direct route to the right hire
How it works.
- 01
Tell us the role
Share the position, location and what the hire needs to own.
- 02
We send vetted candidates
We approach and qualify construction professionals before making introductions.
- 03
Pay only if you hire
A fee is due only for a qualifying placement under the recruiting agreement.
Our approach
Support for the Superintendent
We recruit Assistant Superintendents for active building, civil and specialty projects. The role may support daily coordination, site documentation, safety communication and trade sequencing under a Superintendent's direction.
Our approach
Readiness for field responsibility
We discuss jobsite exposure, communication, plan familiarity and how candidates work with crews and project staff. Search criteria reflect the amount of independent responsibility the employer expects.
Our approach
Market-specific and traveling searches
We reach Assistant Superintendents in local markets and candidates open to traveling assignments. Site conditions and travel expectations are explained before a candidate is presented.
The people behind the work
Roles we focus on.
- Assistant Superintendent
- Assistant Site Superintendent
- Field Coordinator
- Field Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Traveling Assistant Superintendent
Hiring examples
Examples of roles we recruit.
Use these sample roles to describe the title, project type and location you need.
- Assistant Superintendent, Ground-Up Commercial, Texas
- Assistant Superintendent, Healthcare, Florida
- Assistant Superintendent, Heavy Civil, California
- Assistant Superintendent, Industrial, Ohio
- Assistant Superintendent, Multifamily, Georgia
- Assistant Superintendent, Commercial Interiors, Arizona
- Field Coordinator, Airport Construction, New York
- Traveling Assistant Superintendent, Retail Rollouts, Virginia
Good questions
Frequently asked questions.
What experience do you look for?
We discuss prior jobsite exposure, communication and familiarity with the project environment. The employer's work and training structure guide the search.
Can Assistant Superintendents specialize in a type of construction?
Yes. We can focus on a particular project type or trade environment. The search reflects the site conditions and field team.
Do you recruit Assistant Superintendents who travel?
Yes. We consider local candidates and professionals willing to travel for construction assignments. We review location and travel expectations before introductions.
What are the fee terms?
The signed recruiting agreement establishes the search fee and other terms. A standard contingency search has no professional fee unless we place a candidate you hire.
How does this role differ from a Field Engineer?
An Assistant Superintendent generally supports site supervision, while a Field Engineer may focus more on project information or technical coordination. Employers define the responsibilities for each opening.
Start a conversation
Tell us about the position you cannot afford to leave open.
We won't waste your time with candidates that don't make sense. We don't cut corners, and we don't rely on job postings. We headhunt.
Book a 15-minute employer callFor employers hiring talent. This 15-minute call is for companies discussing a hiring need. Candidates: submit your profile and resume here.
Public candidate profiles
Available now in construction.
Every profile is presented without identifying details. We confirm current interest and fit before arranging a private introduction.
How it works
How we fill your job.
Four steps, run by Ivan or a senior teammate.
Tell us who you need
We talk through the job, the projects, location, pay and why someone good would want it.
We find and speak with candidates
We call people with the right experience, including many who are not applying for jobs.
You meet the strongest matches
You get a short list with notes on each person. We set up interviews and share feedback.
We help you complete the hire
We help with the offer, counteroffers, notice and start date.
Relocation and travel
Location is part of the search.
We look locally first and discuss whether relocation or travel makes sense. A traveling superintendent's rotation, a PM's family move and a local commute are different decisions. We cover relocation help, per diem and timing before you meet anyone, not at the offer.
Placement protection
Candidate replacement guarantee
How long is the candidate replacement guarantee?
We offer a candidate replacement guarantee on standard search agreements. The applicable period and exact terms are set out in the signed client recruiting agreement.
Eligibility, exclusions, notification requirements, payment requirements, and replacement terms are governed by the signed client recruiting agreement.