Structures Superintendent
Listed on 2026-09-07
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Construction
Site Manager, Civil Engineering, Construction Manager/ Foreman, Road Construction
Structures Superintendent – Structures & Earthwork (Heavy Civil) Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Structures Superintendent to lead field operations for large-scale heavy civil construction projects with a focus on structures, concrete, earthwork, grading, and major infrastructure improvements
.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience managing complex heavy civil construction activities, including bridge structures, concrete structures, foundations, excavation, mass grading, embankments, utilities, and site development
. This role requires a strong field leader who can manage crews, subcontractors, equipment, and daily operations while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and according to schedule and contract requirements.
- Lead and supervise daily field construction operations for large-scale heavy civil projects.
- Manage construction activities including structures, concrete placement, earthwork, grading, excavation, and site development
. - Oversee self-performed work crews, subcontractors, equipment operators, and field personnel.
- Plan and coordinate daily work activities to meet project milestones, schedules, and production goals.
- Ensure construction is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with contract documents, drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Provide field leadership for structural concrete operations, including foundations, bridge structures, retaining walls, box structures, and other concrete elements.
- Coordinate mass grading, excavation, embankment, soil placement, compaction, and site preparation activities.
- Review project plans, specifications, and drawings to provide technical direction and resolve field issues.
- Assist project management with schedule development, work planning, site logistics, and construction sequencing.
- Coordinate subcontractor activities and ensure work is performed according to project requirements.
- Monitor labor productivity, equipment utilization, material usage, and overall project performance.
- Provide recommendations regarding construction methods, equipment selection, sequencing, and means and methods.
- Coordinate inspections, testing requirements, and quality control procedures.
- Maintain daily reports, production tracking, manpower records, and field documentation.
Communicate effectively with Project Managers, owners, engineers, inspectors, and subcontractors. - Support and enforce project safety plans and promote a strong safety culture.
- Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by project leadership.
Candidates should have experience managing:
- Heavy Civil Infrastructure Projects
- Bridge Construction
- Structural Concrete
- Concrete Foundations
- Retaining Walls
- Elevated Structures
- Grade Separations
- Mass Excavation
- Mass Grading
- Earthwork Operations
- Embankments and Soil Improvements
- Underground Utilities
- Highway and Transportation Projects
- Large Public Works Projects
- High school diploma/GED required; equivalent construction experience accepted.
- 10+ years of experience as a Superintendent managing heavy civil construction projects.
- Experience leading projects valued at $200M+ preferred
. - Extensive knowledge of heavy civil construction methods, sequencing, and field operations.
- Proven experience managing structural concrete and earthwork operations.
Strong understanding of grading plans, structural drawings, specifications, and construction documents. - Experience coordinating subcontractors, craft labor, and equipment operations.
- Knowledge of public works, DOT, municipal, and government construction requirements preferred.
- Experience working with union labor and multiple trades preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Experience with the following is preferred:
- Procore or similar construction management software
- Bluebeam
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- HCSS Heavy Bid or similar construction software
- Project scheduling and production tracking tools
Preferred:
- OSHA Safety Certifications
- First Aid / CPR Certification
- Construction safety training certifications
- Full-time position.
- Field-based role working on active heavy civil construction sites.
- Requires daily interaction with crews, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Must be able to walk active construction sites and inspect ongoing operations.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required onsite.
- Travel and extended project assignments may be required.
Join a team delivering some of the most challenging heavy civil infrastructure projects in California. This role provides the opportunity to lead large-scale structural concrete and earthwork operations
, work with experienced construction professionals, and help build critical infrastructure that impacts communities for generations.
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