Civil Construction Project Superintendent

Elitesi; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement plan, 401(k) match

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance/AD&D – Employer paid

Voluntary Insurance: Accidental, etc.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Sick Leave (PSL)

Job summary

Elite Surface Infrastructure, based in Englewood, CO, is hiring a Project Superintendent to lead heavy civil field operations on large-scale utility and infrastructure projects. You will supervise crews, manage safety, quality, and schedule, and coordinate with owners, inspectors, and subcontractors to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires 5–7 years of heavy civil field experience, strong leadership, plan reading, and familiarity with GPS machine control and HCSS systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Construction Management or related degree preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience in heavy civil construction field operations.
• Experience supervising crews and managing field production.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, equipment, and safety regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and grading plans.
• Experience with GPS machine control and grade checking preferred.
• Proficiency with field reporting software (HCSS HeavyJob or similar).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all field operations and daily production activities on assigned projects.
• Supervise and coordinate foremen, crew leaders, and field personnel.
• Ensure projects are built according to plans, specifications, and quality standards.
• Monitor daily production rates and maintain project schedules.
• Coordinate equipment, materials, and labor resources for optimal productivity.
• Enforce safety policies and maintain a safe work environment for all field personnel.
• Conduct daily toolbox talks and safety meetings with crews.
• Coordinate with Project Manager on project status, issues, and schedule updates.
• Review plans and specifications to identify field constructability issues.
• Manage subcontractor activities and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Track daily quantities, production, and labor hours using field reporting systems.
• Identify and communicate potential change orders and scope changes.
• Resolve field issues and make on-site decisions to maintain progress.
• Ensure proper installation and testing of utilities and infrastructure.
• Maintain positive relationships with owners, inspectors, and stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop foremen and crew leaders for career advancement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Blueprint reading

GPS machine control

Field reporting software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Construction Management or related degree preferred

Tools

HCSS HeavyJob

Job description

Project Superintendent Heavy Civil Construction

Elite Surface Infrastructure

Project Superintendent Heavy Civil Construction

115 Inverness Drive

Englewood, CO 80112

Salary: 125,000.00 - 150,000.00 USD / YEAR

Job Status: Full-Time / Weather Dependent
FLSA Status: Exempt
Pay Grade: $125,000.00 – $150,000.00 DOE
Reports To: Director of Construction
Location: Englewood, Colorado
Amount of Travel Required: TBD
Schedule: Monday through Friday. From 7:00am to 5:00pm, hours & days can vary based upon Owner/GC requirements and workload.

• 401(k) Retirement plan, 401(k) matching
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Vision Insurance
• Free Life Insurance/AD&D – Employer paid
• Voluntary Insurance: Accidental, Critical and additional Life Insurance/AD&D
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Leave (PSL)

Company Overview

Elite Surface Infrastructure (ESI), based in Englewood, CO, is a leading self-performing civil contractor serving Colorado since 1998. ESI specializes in Underground Utilities, Milling, Asphalt, Paving, Grading, Concrete, and Earthwork for commercial, municipal, and federal projects.

Position Summary

The Project Superintendent is responsible for managing all field operations and production activities on heavy civil construction projects valued from $100K to $20M+. This role oversees crew supervision, daily production, quality control, safety compliance, and equipment coordination to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to specification. The Project Superintendent leads field personnel across ESI's self-performing disciplines: asphalt paving, concrete operations, earthwork & grading, utilities installation, and traffic control operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage all field operations and daily production activities on assigned projects
• Supervise and coordinate foremen, crew leaders, and field personnel
• Ensure projects are built according to plans, specifications, and quality standards
• Monitor daily production rates and maintain project schedules
• Coordinate equipment, materials, and labor resources for optimal productivity
• Enforce safety policies and maintain a safe work environment for all field personnel
• Conduct daily toolbox talks and safety meetings with crews
• Coordinate with Project Manager on project status, issues, and schedule updates
• Review plans and specifications to identify field constructability issues
• Manage subcontractor activities and ensure compliance with project requirements
• Track daily quantities, production, and labor hours using field reporting systems
• Identify and communicate potential change orders and scope changes
• Resolve field issues and make on-site decisions to maintain progress
• Ensure proper installation and testing of utilities and infrastructure
• Maintain positive relationships with owners, inspectors, and stakeholders
• Mentor and develop foremen and crew leaders for career advancement

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Construction Management or related degree preferred
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in heavy civil construction field operations
• Proven experience supervising crews and managing field production
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, equipment, and safety regulations
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and grading plans
• Experience with GPS machine control and grade checking preferred
• Proficiency with field reporting software (HCSS HeavyJob or similar)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of contract administration and change order management

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Pass background check and drug screening
• Ability to wear PPE and work in varying indoor/outdoor environments
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and ability to work under pressure

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crawling, and material handling
• Lift 10–50 lbs. frequently; up to 100 lbs. occasionally
• Occasional climbing and overhead reaching
• Continuous physical activity throughout workday
• PPE required at all times on job sites
• Indoor and outdoor work with exposure to varying weather conditions

Equal Opportunity and E-Verify participating employer

Reasonable accommodation available as needed

Note: This job description outlines primary duties and expectations but is not exhaustive. ESI may revise or assign additional duties as needed. This is not a contract of employment.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.