Crane & Rigging Superintendent - Primoris Energy Services

Crane & Rigging Superintendent - Primoris Energy Services

Job Category: Operations Field

Requisition Number: CRANE
021813

• Posted:
  May 14, 2026
• Full-Time

Waco, TX, USA

We’re looking for a Crane & Rigging Superintendent / Lift Director to lead all crane operations, rigging activities, and critical lift planning on our power generation and industrial construction projects. You bring extensive experience managing crane fleets, directing complex lifts, and ensuring every pick is planned and executed safely on simple‑cycle, combined‑cycle, and large industrial facilities.

In this role, you’ll serve as the on‑site authority for all lifting operations—from mobilization through demobilization—coordinating closely with project leadership, craft disciplines, and equipment vendors to keep our projects moving safely and on schedule.

• Serve as the designated Lift Director for all critical, heavy, and complex lifts on site
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise all crane and rigging operations from mobilization through demobilization
• Develop and review critical lift plans, including load charts, rigging configurations, ground bearing calculations, and swing radius studies
• Direct crane positioning, setup, and operation for equipment sets, steel erection, vessel installation, and module placements
• Oversee crane and rigging activities, including:
• Hydraulic cranes, crawler cranes, and rough‑terrain cranes
• Tower cranes and self‑erecting cranes as applicable
• Specialized transport and heavy‑haul rigging
• Multi‑crane tandem lifts and engineered lift procedures
• Manage on‑site crane fleet logistics, including crane sizing, selection, mobilization scheduling, and utilization tracking
• Coordinate crane work windows, load paths, and exclusion zones with all site disciplines
• Oversee all rigging operations, including sling selection, shackle sizing, spreader bar design, and below‑the‑hook lifting devices
• Ensure all rigging gear is inspected, certified, and properly maintained per OSHA and ASME standards
• Manage rigging inventories, track certifications, and ensure proper storage and handling of rigging equipment
• Coordinate with third‑party crane vendors, rigging suppliers, and engineered lift consultants

• Ensure all lifting operations comply with OSHA crane and rigging standards (29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC), ASME B30 standards, and site‑specific requirements
• Conduct pre‑lift meetings, task hazard analyses, and lift‑specific safety briefings for every critical pick
• Verify operator qualifications, certifications, and medical fitness for all crane operators on site
• Enforce exclusion zones, barricading requirements, and communication protocols during all lifting operations
• Conduct daily crane inspections and ensure compliance with annual and periodic inspection requirements
• Investigate and document any crane or rigging incidents, near‑misses, or equipment deficiencies
• Lead and supervise crane operators, riggers, oilers, and signal persons on site
• Coordinate with project management, engineering, safety, and other craft superintendents on lift sequencing and schedule integration
• Conduct daily job briefings, toolbox talks, and pre‑task planning for crane and rigging crews
• Monitor productivity, crane utilization, and rigging labor efficiency—adjusting plans to support project milestones
• Review drawings, equipment weights, lift studies, and work packages to ensure proper execution
• Interface with inspectors, client representatives, crane vendors, and third‑party engineers
• Identify and resolve field issues, constructability concerns, and lift conflicts
• Support equipment setting, alignment, and turnover activities

• 10–20 years of experience in crane operations and rigging on heavy industrial or power generation projects
• Proven experience as a Lift Director, Crane Superintendent, or Rigging Superintendent on large‑scale projects
• Direct experience on gas turbine simple‑cycle, combined‑cycle, or similar power generation facilities
• Strong knowledge of crane types, capacities, load charts, and operational limitations: hydraulic, crawler, rough‑terrain, and tower cranes; multi‑crane tandem…