Highway Superintendent

Title: Superintendent – Heavy Civil / Highway & Roadway Construction

Location: Central Ohio (Columbus / Athens / Plain City areas preferred)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation:

Base Salary: $105,000 – $120,000 (Based on Experience)

Bonus: $25,000–$30,000 annually (Based on Performance)

Additional Compensation & Benefits:

• Company vehicle
• Gas card
• Travel per diem ($160/day for supervisors)
• 401(k) and full benefits

Position Overview:

A leading heavy civil contractor is seeking a Superintendent to oversee highway, roadway, and bridge projects throughout Southeast Michigan. Projects typically range from $4M–$40M and include highways, turnpikes, residential roadways, roundabouts, and bridge interchanges.

This role is responsible for managing the entire construction lifecycle, from subgrade and embankment earthwork through final asphalt or concrete surface courses. The Superintendent will serve as the primary onsite leader for projects where the company acts as the prime contractor.

Key Responsibilities:

Project & Field Operations:

• Lead daily field operations for heavy highway, roadway, and bridge projects
• Supervise foremen, crews, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, and materials to meet aggressive production schedules
• Oversee work from earthwork and utilities through paving and final completion
• Ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and quality standards
• Maintain accurate daily reports, production logs, and punch lists
• Coordinate inspections and communicate regularly with Project Management

Safety & Compliance:

• Champion a strong jobsite safety culture
• Conduct daily JSAs and weekly safety meetings
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and environmental regulations
• Oversee SWPPP and erosion control compliance
• Investigate and report incidents and near-misses

Leadership & Stakeholder Coordination:

• Serve as the primary onsite point of contact with inspectors, agencies, and vendors
• Lead crews with accountability, professionalism, and integrity
• Mentor field personnel and support workforce development
• Proactively identify and resolve field issues to maintain schedule and budget

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience supervising heavy civil, highway, or roadway projects
• Strong understanding of DOT standards and specifications
• Ability to manage projects as the prime contractor
• Proficiency reading construction drawings and schedules
• Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and self-perform crews
• Familiarity with construction management software (Heavy Job preferred)
• Willingness to travel between regional jobsites

Education & Experience:

• Associate degree in Construction Management or related field preferred
• Minimum 3+ years of heavy civil or highway construction experience in a leadership role
• OSHA 30 and First Aid/CPR (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience with cost tracking, production reporting, and schedule control strongly preferred