Roadway Construction Superintendent

and the job listing Expires on January 10, 2026

Position
:
Roadway Construction Superintendent-Excavation

Salary
: $85,000 – $150,000 per year

Esselgé Solutions is a one-stop business solutions agency, dedicated to helping businesses “keep the main thing, the main thing”. As an online business partner and manager, we collaborate closely with our clients to understand their vision, goals, and budget. Our mission is to provide high-quality, customized business solutions that enhance efficiency and drive growth.

At Esselgé Solutions, we prioritize integrity, excellence, collaboration, innovation, and a people-focused approach. We are committed to honesty and transparency in everything we do, aiming for excellence in delivering outstanding services to our clients. By handling essential business functions, we enable our clients to focus on what truly matters.

Our Client is seeking a Roadway Construction Superintendent.

Reports to:
General Superintendent-Excavation

Primary Function
:
The Superintendent-Excavation, directs activities of union and non-union workers engaged with construction of highways, runways, site development infrastructure or other heavy highway construction projects.

• Plan procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase of construction
• Schedules crews and orders equipment, tools and materials to be delivered at specified times to conform to work schedules
• Schedules all subcontractor work on daily basis and for the week and communicates daily with the project manager
• Prepares or reviews reports on progress, materials used and costs, and adjusts work schedules on the basis of this review and communicates adjustments to the project manager. Ensures all work progresses at a pace that maintains the schedule and owner milestones
• Accumulates and accurately enters time and quantities on a daily basis with the assistance of the project engineer
• Inspects work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications and the adherence to construction schedules

• Accumulate and submit all project daily trucking logs and material summary tickets on a daily basis
• Order JULIE dig numbers and refresh numbers
• Address and resolve complaints by field personnel

• Knowledge of construction industry practices and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task across several projects
• Proficient in Outlook, Excel, Word
• Self-directed and motivated
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Demonstrated ability to complete projects on time and on budget

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.
• Must be able to stand up to 12 hours per day with breaks.
• Must be able to stoop and climb frequently.
• Must be able to walk on uneven terrain frequently on job sites.
• Must be able to drive a vehicle long distances frequently.

• MS Project, P6, Viewpoint and HCSS Heavy Bid and Heavy Job

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management;
• Minimum two years’ experience in heavy highway excavation or a combination of education and experience

• Must be able to resolve scheduling conflicts;
• Work effectively with all levels of field personnel in order to successfully complete the project on time and on budget

• Describe the nature, reason, frequency of contacts with others made in the performance of the job.

• Our Client cares about the health and well-being of our employees. Their commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans, generous paid time off, retirement savings to support the team members in every aspect of their lives.
• Our Client has a fast-paced and dynamic environment where team members are committed to excellence and proud to be part of a growing and successful construction company.

Esselgé Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Linda

E. McMahon Student Commons, 2nd Floor
5151 Park Avenue
Fairfield, CT 06825