Assistant Superintendent – Structural Steel in Dallas, Texas at 3i Construction Management, LLC

About 3i

We are a general contractor and construction management firm operating in the commercial construction sector. At 3i, we offer more than a job—we provide an opportunity to build a meaningful career with a company that values its people. Our collaborative culture, commitment to professional growth, competitive compensation, benefits, and reputation for quality and innovation create an environment where employees can contribute, develop, and succeed. At 3i, team members are respected, their ideas matter, and their work makes a visible impact.

Assistant Superintendent – Structural Steel

3i Construction Management

Job Purpose

This position supports the Superintendent in managing and coordinating daily field operations, with a primary focus on structural steel construction, to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with plans and specifications.

The Assistant Superintendent plays a key role in structural steel coordination, erection sequencing, workforce management, material delivery planning, quality control, and jobsite communication. This role requires the ability to interpret construction documents, structural steel drawings, and specifications, support field execution, and collaborate with project teams to maintain project efficiency and organization.

The ideal candidate will have practical experience with structural steel installation and erection operations while possessing the versatility to support all phases of commercial construction.

Field Coordination & Execution

• Assist the Superintendent in planning and maintaining the project schedule, including coordination of manpower, equipment, structural steel activities, and material deliveries.
• Interpret construction documents, structural drawings, steel shop drawings, and specifications to support field operations.
• Participate in project layout, field engineering, and verification of installed work, particularly structural steel components and connections.
• Coordinate and monitor structural steel erection activities, including columns, beams, joists, metal decking, bracing, and related components.
• Assist with coordinating steel erection sequencing, crane access, material staging, and installation logistics.
• Monitor subcontractor activities to ensure alignment with project plans, specifications, and schedules.
• Coordinate structural steel installation with concrete, foundations, embeds, anchor bolts, and other construction trades.
• Identify and help resolve field issues, installation conflicts, and discrepancies, escalating as needed.

Subcontractor & Workforce Management

• Support management and coordination of subcontractors and field workforce, with an emphasis on structural steel erection and installation crews.
• Promote accountability, productivity, and adherence to project requirements among trade partners.
• Monitor structural steel subcontractor progress and coordinate manpower, equipment, and material availability.
• Assist in maintaining jobsite organization, workflow efficiency, and safe material staging areas.
• Collaborate with Project Engineers and field staff to ensure proper document flow and execution.
• Coordinate with other subcontractors to minimize trade conflicts and maintain project progress.

Safety & Quality Control

• Monitor and enforce OSHA regulations and company safety policies, including applicable structural steel erection safety requirements.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture on the jobsite.
• Monitor steel erection activities for compliance with applicable fall protection, rigging, hoisting, crane operation, and elevated work safety requirements.
• Assist in coordinating pre-task planning, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and safety meetings related to structural steel operations.
• Inspect work in place to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and quality standards.
• Monitor structural steel installation, alignment, connections, welding, bolting, and metal decking for compliance with approved construction documents.
• Assist with coordinating structural steel inspections, special inspections, and required testing.
• Identify unacceptable work, document deficiencies, and assist in corrective action.
• Coordinate with qualified subcontractor personnel, testing agencies, and inspectors to address quality and safety concerns.

Scheduling & Reporting

• Assist in the development and maintenance of project schedules for assigned scopes of work, particularly structural steel activities.
• Coordinate structural steel fabrication, deliveries, erection schedules, and inspection milestones with the project team.
• Track daily progress and maintain accurate daily reports, including manpower, equipment, activities, deliveries, and field issues.
• Monitor structural steel installation progress against established schedules and project milestones.
• Support schedule adherence and communicate delays, material shortages, installation conflicts, or risks to the Superintendent.
• Assist with short-term look-ahead schedules to ensure steel activities are coordinated with subsequent construction trades.

Documentation & Project Support

• Assist with RFIs, submittals, structural steel shop drawings, erection plans, and record drawings in coordination with Project Engineers.
• Utilize construction technology such as Bluebeam and Procore for document review, tracking, and coordination.
• Review structural steel drawings and identify potential conflicts between structural, architectural, and other building systems.
• Assist with maintaining structural steel inspection records, quality control documentation, and field reports.
• Support Lean Construction practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain clear communication with all members of the project team.
• Assist the Superintendent with general construction operations and additional project responsibilities as assigned.

Technical Skills Requirements

• OSHA 30 Certification
• Procore Knowledge and Experience
• Read and Interpret Plans and Specifications
• Structural Steel Drawings and Shop Drawing Interpretation
• Structural Steel Erection and Installation Knowledge
• Understanding of Structural Steel Connections, Welding, Bolting, and Metal Decking
• Knowledge of Structural Steel Erection Safety Requirements
• Familiarity with Structural Steel Inspection and Quality Control Procedures
• Bluebeam Experience
• Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency
• Computer Knowledge and Proficiency

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of relevant commercial construction experience, including experience working with or coordinating structural steel construction.
• Hands-on experience with structural steel erection, installation, or field coordination strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field preferred, but not required.
• Equivalent field experience (e.g., Structural Steel Foreman, Ironworker, Field Engineer, or Assistant Superintendent) will be considered.
• Internship experience with a commercial contractor preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret structural steel plans, shop drawings, erection drawings, and specifications.
• Understanding of structural steel installation sequences, construction tolerances, connection requirements, and inspection procedures.
• Experience coordinating steel subcontractors, material deliveries, equipment, and construction activities preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to remain calm, focused, and effective under pressure.
• Self-starter with strong work ethic and leadership potential.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate across field and office teams.

About 3i Construction Management

3i offers competitive compensation and benefits packages.

3i stands for Integrity, Innovation, and Information. Our purpose has been to design and build the best solution for our clients. As such, our values are driven by our client relationships in a manner that reflects honesty and integrity, and within a framework of detail-oriented professionalism and a commitment to quality and excellence.

We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug/smoke-free workplace. However, we do require drug and background checks for employment.