Best suited to construction professionals with domain experience in commercial and industrial projects, who are comfortable with travel and collaboration in a field-based role.
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Original posting from ARCO Companies via Greenhouse
ABOUT YOU
Ready to experience a better way to build your career? ARCO National Construction is seeking an Traveling Assistant Construction Superintendent to lead commercial and industrial design-build projects across the United States.
This is a role for an experienced Assistant Superintendent or similar construction professional who is ready to take ownership of jobsite execution from post-award review through project completion. You will lead subcontractors, maintain project schedules, enforce safety and quality standards, and partner closely with the project manager to deliver successful projects for our clients.
At ARCO, you will receive the tools, support, and responsibility to excel from day one while working alongside a team committed to superior solutions, client service, and an award-winning workplace culture.
A DAY IN THE LIFE
Attend the post-award review meeting to gather project details and begin preconstruction planning
Assist the superintendent in developing the construction schedule, including activity sequencing, manpower, and equipment needs
Support the superintendent in overseeing the project to ensure work meets specifications, stays on schedule, and achieves target profitability
Assist in coordinating subcontractor activities to ensure effective performance within the project timeline
Assist in the preparation of job progress and cost reports to accurately reflect actual costs
Assist in reviewing requisitions, field purchase orders, invoices, and key project documents
Maintain constant communication with the superintendent and project manager to keep them informed of job progress, plans, and issues that may impact costs or schedules
Complete daily reports documenting key project details, events, conditions, visitors, client interactions, commitments, and approvals
Enforce adherence to the company’s safety program in all phases of the project
Lead with integrity and a commitment to quality, upholding company values and focusing on exceeding internal and external client expectations
NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS
At least 2 years of experience on warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, data center, commercial and/or cold storage projects
Willing to travel throughout the United States
Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Excel)
Possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in your state of residence
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including but not limited to: standing or walking for long periods of time, occasionally on uneven terrain, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, and/or lifting heavy loads of up to 50 pounds.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
At ARCO, we are committed to taking care of our greatest asset – our team. ARCO’s best-in-class benefits and superior compensation are what set us apart from the competition and continue to attract top industry talent.
Vehicle allowance, per diem, and living expenses on traveling jobs
Plane ticket home every 2 weeks when traveling
Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
100% employer-funded ESOP to all associates
Traditional and Roth 401k
1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
3 weeks of vacation
1-week paid volunteer leave each year and 100% charitable match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
On-site gym
100% paid 12-week maternity leave
Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
Tuition reimbursement for associates
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MAKE YOUR MOVE
We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts. We have completed over 7,500 design-build projects nationwide. We ranked #9 on ENR’s Design-Build Firms list and #34 on ENR's Top 400 Contractors list of 2026. Most importantly, our clients like us, trust us, and want to do business with us. We are looking for people with the same enthusiasm, passion, and respect for the hard work that brought us to where we are today. Are you a person who can make a difference at ARCO? If the answer is “Yes!” we look forward to meeting you.
ARCO does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from ARCO’s Human Resources team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. ARCO will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers. Agencies must have a fully executed vendor agreement in place as well as written approval to submit candidates from an ARCO TA Manager for a specific position before submitting candidates.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
EOE, including disability/vets