Assistant Superintendent

Role summary

Assistant Superintendent is a role at Elmington in Nashville, Tennessee, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-09-03. Experience level: 2-5.

Job title

Assistant Superintendent

Company

Elmington

Location

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Work arrangement

on-site

Category

Trades & Construction

Experience level

2-5

Date posted

2026-09-03

Job description

EdgeHill Integrated Systems was created to bring Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing scopes together under one coordinated trade platform. By integrating these major building systems, EIS is able to improve communication, reduce coordination gaps, identify conflicts earlier, and create a more consistent approach from estimating through project closeout. Our focus is not only to perform individual trade scopes, but to understand how each system impacts the others in the field. Through shared planning, coordinated buyout, aligned scheduling, consistent QA/QC, and strong field leadership, EIS supports a more efficient construction process and helps deliver projects with better control, accountability, and predictability.

The Assistant Superintendent supports Superintendent and field team with managing daily jobsite activities. In addition to these duties, this role is focused on learning key aspects of field management including planning & scheduling, drawing reviews, quality control, and subcontractor coordination.

All activities will be performed in support of the values of EdgeHill Integrated Systems.

Integrity ~ Precision ~ Growth ~ Driven ~ Relationships

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Effective communication skills

Driven to learn

Takes initiative & ownership

Execution focused

Proactive

Works with minimal supervision

Proficient in reading & interpreting drawings

Owns field documentation

Proficient with technology to manage documentation & workflows

Solid working knowledge of construction processes, plans, & sequencing

Ability to travel if needed

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

SAFETY

Models safety as a core guiding principle & brings concerns to the attention of the Superintendent

Manages subcontractors to ensure proper housekeeping on project sites and ensures we are following the proper legal workflow

Assists in onsite safety orientations and toolbox talks

STARTUP

Coordinates with Superintendent to ensure proper jobsite setup

DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT

Learns how to perform detailed plan reviews and stays ahead of RFI’s and future coordination issues

Assists in daily reports, progress reports, and compliance reports

SCHEDULING

Learns/assists in planning the project

Assists Superintendent in verifying subcontractor durations, sequencing and predecessor/successor relationships. Assists in identifying problems & implementing solutions in time to maintain workflow.

Plans and establishes the flow of the work activities on the project

Provides supporting information for schedule updates

Responsible for documenting schedules issues with photos & written communication and then communicating defaults to the Super & PM team to hold subs to contractual obligations

QUALITY CONTROL

Ensures all installed material is per specs and submittals

Ensures performed work is per construction documents

Responsible for daily reports, Procore observations, & Procore Inspections

Responsible for documenting sub quality issues with photos and written documentation and then communicating defaults to the PM to hold subs to contractual obligations

CLOSEOUT

Drives project closeout and owner turnover

GENERAL

Communicates any material delivery needs to project team & Superintendent

Attends & participates in subcontractor coordination meetings

Demonstrates adherence to EC policy and processes and teaches EC policy and processes to new team members

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.

SPECIFIC EDUCATION OR EXPERIENCE:

A high school degree/GED is required.

Commercial/Multi-Family Electrical Construction experience preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to work outside on construction site including all types of weather (extremes of hot/cold)

You will be working in a temporary facility/structure

Able to stand; crawl; climb ladders & stairs; balance; stoop and kneel; etc (physical activities associated with construction sites)

You must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

You frequently work near moving mechanical parts. You occasionally work in high, precarious places and are occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. You should be able to recognize these hazards or potential hazards a react accordingly to protect the workforce and provide OSHA compliant safeguards

The Elmington Construction Experience

At Elmington Construction, we foster an entrepreneurial mindset, compensating for the value our team members bring to the table. We provide an environment that encourages room for advancement and career succession, recognizing and rewarding contributions to our collective success. With a team collaboration ethos, constant improvement is not just encouraged but embedded in our culture, offering autonomy to individuals who thrive on innovation.

Elmington Construction is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.