Engineers Assistant Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

At Walsh Construction Co., we are more than just builders-we are a team of passionate professionals dedicated to shaping the communities where we live and work. Our diverse and driven workforce takes pride in delivering high-quality projects that make a lasting impact. 

We are seeking an ambitious Assistant Superintendent who is eager to gain hands-on experience across a variety of projects, structural systems, and management styles. This role offers an incredible opportunity for growth-helping you develop the skills to lead and execute top-tier construction projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.  

As part of our collaborative team, you'll play a key role in ensuring job site safety, maintaining excellence, and maximizing productivity-all while upholding the values that make Walsh Construction Co. a leader in the industry. 

Responsibilities include:

• Assist the Superintendent in the day-to-day functions of running a construction project. All duties will be assigned at the discretion of the Superintendent. 
• Be a jobsite leader in safety; watch for safety hazards, do daily safety jobsite walkthroughs, make sure needed corrections are made. 
• Administer Monday Morning safety meeting as instructed. 
• Assist Trade Superintendent with managing direct labor. 
• Assist with review of plans and specifications. 
• Place orders for temporary facilities and/or equipment as instructed. 
• Verify/obtain necessary permits as instructed. 
• Read all and have a thorough understanding of subcontracts and supply agreements. 
• Stay aware of all critical schedule activities and lead items as they change during the course of construction. 
• Assist with the preparation of short interval schedules. 
• Hold weekly foreman coordination meetings as instructed. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 
• Assist with training Project Engineers. 

Additional responsibilities include:

• Assist with training Project Engineers. 
• Assist with review and approval of weekly timecards as needed. 
• Assist with review and approval of invoices- accurately code expenses. 
• Prepare/process/track jobsite RFI's. 
• Process/track all shop drawings and submittals. 
• Maintain and organize all jobsite records/documentation. 
• Assist in the management of Walsh and subcontractor quality control. 
• Hold product pre-installation meetings with all respective parties as instructed. 
• Confirm that all long lead-time materials are ordered and confirm delivery dates as instructed. 
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of superintendent daily reports. 
• Manage punch process onsite with owner and/or architect. Distribute and track punch items to ensure completion. 
• Maintain the as-built drawings; prepare for submission upon completion. 
• Assist with developing, organizing and maintaining project closeout documents and owner training videos. 
• Perform other related duties as described in the Project Engineer job description. 
• Management of the jobsite in the absence of the assigned jobsite Superintendent. 

Qualifications include:

• Possess skills and leadership ability in time management, teamwork, organization and problem solving. 
• Ability to lead by example, using Walsh Values as a guide. 
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English. 
• Good verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to work in and lead project teams. 
• Ability to identify, mediate, resolve or elevate conflicts on the jobsite, as needed. 
• Ability to read plans and understand specifications. 
• Use discretion with confidential/sensitive information. 
• Working knowledge of computer programs including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), and Bluebeam Revu. 

Salary range $105,000 to $125,000 annually.  

Benefits include:  Health, vision and dental.  Annual bonus (based on company and individual performance).  Basic Life and AD&D insurance (employer paid).  Disability insurance (employer paid).  Wellness benefits.  Paid time off.  8 paid holidays.  Employee Assistance Program (employer paid).  Mass transit program.  Fraud resolution and identify theft services.  401(k) plan w/employer match.  Tuition reimbursement program.  

Walsh Construction Co. values our diverse communities and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Walsh recruits, hires, trains, compensates and promotes without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identification, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veterans' status, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other legally protected status unrelated to a particular job's requirements or an individual's performance and qualifications.