Bridge Construction Superintendent — On‑Site Leader

Detroit International Bridge Co.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Detroit International Bridge Company in Detroit, MI is seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead on-site construction operations for our projects. You will oversee field activities from mobilization through closeout, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

The role requires strong leadership, blueprints literacy, and coordination with subcontractors, inspectors, and project managers. Regular hours are 7am–4:30pm, Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Supervisory field experience on commercial/industrial projects.
• Passport or enhanced license required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and leadership skills.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred; First Aid/CPR trained is a plus.
• Proficiency with construction management or field-reporting software.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field operations with focus on safety, quality, schedule, and productivity.
• Coordinate subcontractors, sequencing of work, and site logistics.
• Lead daily task planning with subcontractors and weekly meetings with managers.
• Ensure work complies with drawings, specifications, codes, and contract requirements.
• Maintain project schedules, short-interval look-ahead plans, and daily progress tracking.
• Enforce all safety policies, including MIOSHA standards.
• Coordinate inspections with authorities, testing agencies, and consultants.
• Document daily activities, field reports, subcontractor updates, and site meetings.
• Partner with project manager to identify risks, resolve challenges, and manage changes.

Skills

Site supervision

Blueprint reading

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Fast-paced environment

Scheduling

Tools

Construction management software

Field reporting software

Job description

Detroit International Bridge Company in Detroit, MI is seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead on-site construction operations for our projects. You will oversee field activities from mobilization through closeout, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

The role requires strong leadership, blueprints literacy, and coordination with subcontractors, inspectors, and project managers. Regular hours are 7am–4:30pm, Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays.