Balfour Beatty
Assistant Superintendent
Become Part of Our Team
As an industry leader Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
- Vacation Time
- Sick Time
- Holidays
- Paid Volunteer time
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Bonus
The Role
Joining Balfour Beatty as an Assistant Superintendent you’ll be on-site helping to drive the success of high-profile, large-scale projects from the ground up — from preconstruction through close-out. You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with experienced professionals, gaining exposure to complex buildings while sharpening your technical, financial, and leadership skills all whilst driving our Safety/Zero Harm culture and ensuring that critical project documentation and communication flow is maintained.
You will have a significant runway for continued development, learning and career growth as well as exposure to a wide range of complex high-value marquee projects.
Essential Functions
- Keep Projects on Track- Support field leadership team (Superintendents) in maintaining budgets, tracking costs, processing billing, and identifying scope changes to ensure schedule and financial performance.
- Stay Ahead of the Schedule- Help manage site logistics, support subcontractor orientations, and ensure schedules align with quality, safety, and sustainability goals.
- Run the Details-Take ownership of documentation: submittals, RFIs, change tracking, quality checks, and project close-out.
- Represent the Best- Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, always representing our company’s values and commitment to excellence.
What You’ll Need:
- 1–3 years of experience in commercial construction, ideally in a field or project engineer capacity
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline.
- Strong organizational and communication skills with a proactive mindset.
- Familiarity with construction processes, scheduling, budgeting, and document management.
- Experience with project manager software (Constructware, P6, Timberline, etc.) advantageous.
- A drive to learn, grow, and make an impact in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
- A commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
About us
Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.
Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).
Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.
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Phone: (214) 468-4700
Email:BBTalent@balfourbeattyus.com
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Freqently Asked Questions
Mableton's construction landscape demands familiarity with regional building codes and local subcontractor networks, which an assistant superintendent must navigate adeptly. Understanding these nuances ensures smoother project execution and stronger community relationships within Georgia's unique regulatory environment.
Mableton offers a mix of suburban and urban transit routes, but traffic congestion during peak hours can affect punctuality. Many assistant superintendents rely on personal vehicles due to limited public transit coverage near job sites, so planning for flexible schedules or carpooling can be beneficial.
Experience gained managing project schedules, budgets, and subcontractor coordination develops essential leadership skills. Assistant superintendents often transition into superintendent or project manager roles by demonstrating proficiency in overseeing complex builds and fostering safety and quality cultures.
Superintendents typically command deeper expertise in strategic planning, contract negotiation, and full project lifecycle management, while assistant superintendents focus more on day-to-day site logistics, documentation control, and supporting budget adherence, making technical agility critical at both levels.
Balfour Beatty's emphasis on zero harm and innovation means assistant superintendents are expected to proactively uphold safety standards and embrace lean construction methods, contributing to continuous improvement and fostering a collaborative environment aligned with the company’s high operational standards.
Beyond competitive salaries, Balfour Beatty provides comprehensive healthcare, 401(k) matching, tuition assistance, and paid volunteer time, which collectively enhance work-life balance and professional growth, making their assistant superintendent roles attractive to construction professionals seeking stability and advancement.
Assistant superintendents in Mableton generally earn between $65,000 and $85,000 annually, aligning with regional market rates for commercial construction roles. Salaries reflect experience and project scale, with opportunities for bonuses tied to performance and safety compliance.
Proficiency in project management tools like P6 and Timberline, along with OSHA safety certifications, can significantly enhance an assistant superintendent’s profile. These skills streamline site operations and demonstrate a commitment to safety, both highly valued by employers in Georgia.
Effective communication ensures clarity in subcontractor coordination, timely updates on project changes, and adherence to safety protocols. Balfour Beatty values this trait as it directly influences quality outcomes and maintains the company’s reputation for excellence on large-scale projects.
Balfour Beatty’s projects often involve high-profile, large-scale developments requiring meticulous documentation and coordination. Assistant superintendents here engage with complex buildings and advanced safety cultures, offering more dynamic challenges compared to smaller firms with less demanding projects.
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