Assistant Superintendent (New Grad 2027)

About You: 

Are you someone who enjoys being hands-on, solving problems in real time, and seeing projects come to life in the field?  Do you have an extreme commitment to safety? Are you a hard-working leader that never settles for less than superior quality? Do you prefer to manage the construction process from outside the trailer? 

If you answered "Yes !" —  this opportunity was built for you.  

At ARCO Design/Build,  we're not just building structures —  we're building the next generation of industry leaders. Join us and discover what it means to be part of one of the nation's top design/build construction firms.

A Day in the Life: 

As  an Assistant Superintendent , every day brings a new lesson.  You’ll gain exposure to the full lifecycle of a project while working alongside experienced professionals who are  invested in your growth.  

Here's what you can expect:  

• Preconstruction Planning – Attend post-award meetings to review project details and  assist with construction planning before work begins.  

• Project Scheduling – Work with the Project Manager to develop construction schedules, sequencing, staffing plans, and equipment needs.  

• Field Leadership – Oversee daily construction activities to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and according to project specifications.  

• Subcontractor Coordination – Manage subcontractor activities, communicate schedule updates, and ensure work is properly coordinated across trades.  

Necessary Qualifications: 

• Recent or upcoming completion of an accredited Civil, Mechanical, Architectural, Construction Management, Building Science, or Construction Engineering undergraduate or graduate program (other related engineering majors will be considered)
• A strong interest in the construction process, specifically design/build, tilt-up concrete, industrial builds, etc.

• Previous experience in construction preferred, but not required
• GPA 3.0 or higher preferred, but not required
• Proficiency using Word, Excel, Outlook and Microsoft Project
• Excellent verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic
• Valid Drivers License

What We Can Offer You:

Four core values that guide our culture:

• Treat people fairly and do the right thing
• Understand our customers’ business and solve their problems
• Be positive, upbeat, and have fun
• Create opportunities for individual financial success based on merit

Here’s what you’ll get as part of your employee package:

• Competitive Pay + Industry-Leading Bonuses – Earn top-tier compensation with a performance-based bonus program that rewards your impact.
• Ownership & Rewards – Choose between our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) or a generously funded profit-sharing plan— either way, your success is our success.
• Secure Your Future – We offer both Traditional and Roth 401(k) options to help you build lasting financial security.
• Invest in Education – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement for associates and up to $28,000 in scholarships per child to support your family’s future.
• Recharge & Explore – Enjoy a fully paid 1-month sabbatical every 5 years , plus $5,000 to fund your adventure .
• Give Back, On Us – Make a difference with 1 week of paid volunteer leave annually and a 100% match on your charitable donations .
• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Access medical, dental, and vision insurance , plus 100% paid maternity leave for 12 weeks to support your growing family.

We don’t just invest in projects — we invest in people. From your first day, you’ll be part of a team that values growth, connection, and doing great work.

ARCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members, interns, and co-ops.

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