Assistant Construction Superintendent Jobs in Reno, NV

OPERATIONS SUPERINTENDENT – FIELD OPERATIONS (Reno, NV)
Teklus Construction | Full-Time | $80,000–$85,000/year | In-Person

Teklus Construction, a Reno-based, Veteran-Owned & Veteran-Operated general contractor, is hiring an Operations Superintendent to lead shift-level field operations for our Dugout Operations project.

As the senior Teklus representative on site during your shift, you'll own overall accountability for safe, efficient, high-quality execution — directing personnel, coordinating with client representatives and trade partners, and making real-time operational calls on sequencing, manpower, and method.

WHY THIS ROLE
- Senior, client-facing leadership role with full shift accountability and real-time decision authority
- Direct path to mentor and develop Operations Leads and Technicians
- Shift differential pay available for 2nd and 3rd shift
- Full benefits: 401(k), medical/dental/vision, life insurance, PTO

WHAT YOU'LL DO
Shift Leadership & Client Coordination
- Direct overall shift operations, including initial tarp installation, ongoing tarp activities, and door-access support
- Serve as senior on-shift point of contact with client representatives, trade partners, and authorized escort personnel
- Lead the shift's participation in daily logistics briefings; align the shift plan with project objectives
- Develop and adjust shift schedules, manpower allocations, and support-team deployments across both operational phases
- Make real-time decisions on sequencing, manpower, equipment, and method to meet operational and safety objectives

Conditions & Safety Authority
- Monitor weather, wind, precipitation, and ambient conditions continuously; communicate status to client operations leads
- Enforce wind, temperature, and precipitation constraints; authorize pauses, stand-downs, or method changes as warranted
- Enforce site safety program, stop-work authority, and EHS standards across all on-shift personnel
- Lead immediate response to incidents, equipment failures, and operational disruptions
- Assist with incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation

Reporting, Quality & Team Development
- Ensure shift turnover documentation is complete and clearly communicated to the incoming shift
- Monitor shift operational metrics, quality outcomes, and safety performance; intervene as needed
- Review and approve crew timecards, daily reports, and equipment logs
- Support change order documentation, RFIs, and field directive logging
- Mentor and develop Operations Leads and Technicians; identify high performers and development needs
- Coordinate subcontractor performance and compliance with project requirements

WHAT YOU BRING
Required:
- 5+ years of construction, heavy industrial, or material handling supervisory experience, including 2+ years as a Superintendent or comparable role
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification
- First Aid, CPR, and AED certification
- Demonstrated leadership of multi-person crews (direct and indirect reports)
- Strong knowledge of construction means and methods and safety standards
- Proficiency with scheduling/reporting tools (Procore, Primavera, or MS Project) and Microsoft Office
- Valid driver's license

Preferred:
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
- STSC, CHST, or comparable safety certification
- Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer
- Experience managing 24/7 operations and shift transitions
- Prior experience supervising tarping, fall protection, or access door operations

SHIFT AVAILABILITY (24/7 coverage — all 3 shifts hiring)
- 1st Shift (Day): 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- 2nd Shift (Swing): 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- 3rd Shift (Night): 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Lift up to 50 lbs regularly (75 lbs occasionally); stand, walk, climb, and work at heights and in confined spaces with proper protection; work outdoors in all weather conditions; rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

ABOUT TEKLUS CONSTRUCTION
Teklus Construction is a Reno-based general contractor licensed in Nevada (Lic 83266) and California (Lic 1071836), and a proud Veteran-Owned & Veteran-Operated company. We specialize in commercial and industrial construction — general contracting, project planning, quality control, and close-out — helping owners bring their vision to life.

Teklus Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.