Civil Superintendent

Herzog; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Job summary

Herzog Energy, Inc. seeks a Civil Superintendent in the United States to lead civil construction for utility-scale solar and energy storage projects.

You will manage site preparation, grading, drainage, foundations, and underground utilities, while coordinating with project management to keep schedules and budgets on track. This role requires extensive travel (up to 100%), strong leadership, safety compliance, and effective communication with customers, subs, and vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of construction management or related experience.
• Experience with civil projects for solar/renewables preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee civil construction activities for utility-scale projects.
• Coordinate scheduling, budgeting, and crew allocation.
• Ensure safety, quality, and compliance with specs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Herzog Energy, Inc. is currently seeking a highly motivated Civil Superintendent in the United States to join our team.

Duties And Responsibilities

• This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position.
• Oversee the management of civil construction activities and task assignments for utility-scale solar and BESS projects.
• Collaborate with project management and other departments to ensure all required materials, equipment, and inspections support the project schedule.
• Work with Project Manager(s) to budget, forecast, and manage craft labor, equipment, materials, small tools, consumables, and general working environment.
• Ensure construction documents are reviewed for completeness, constructability, and field execution requirements.
• Lead the creation, review, and update of project schedules and three-week look ahead scheduling.
• Oversee civil construction activities including site preparation, grading, excavation, drainage, access roads, foundations, and underground utility installation.
• Develop and implement site utilization plans and establish crew sizes to support project requirements.
• Drive effective pre-construction planning sessions and project site meetings.
• Identify hiring needs and participate in hiring, discipline, and dismissal decisions as needed.
• Implement Herzog’s Safety Without Compromise
• Ensure civil work is completed in accordance with project specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements, and schedule expectations.
• Develop relationships with customers, subcontractors, vendors, and project stakeholders to support successful project execution.
• Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
• Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years of construction management or related experience.
• Experience managing civil construction activities for utility-scale solar, renewable energy, or heavy civil projects preferred.
• Experience managing multiple construction activities and crews simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of civil construction methods, site development, grading, and underground utility installation.
• Knowledge of construction safety, quality, scheduling, and planning processes.
• Microsoft Office skills.
• Positive and professional attitude with strong customer service skills.
• Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback.
• Ability to travel up to 100%.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
• Maintain a valid driver's license and endorsements as required per position.
• Subject to pre-employment physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position.
• Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This is a non-exhaustive overview of the physical requirements of this job.

• Perform light work, occasionally exerting up to 20 pounds of force.
• Able to walk on uneven surfaces.
• Occasionally ascend/descend step ladders and/or stairs.
• Regularly sit and stand for an extended period of time.
• Regularly kneel, bend, and squat.
• Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position.
• Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals as required by the position.
• Able to work in conditions with loud noise; work on/around heavy/moving machinery.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet).

Safety

• Herzog is nationally recognized for its excellent corporate safety record which results from all employees at all levels, in all positions adhering to established policies and procedures. Reporting any and all safety violations to your immediate supervisor is a prerequisite for continued employment. Safety diligence by all results in a safe work environment for all.

Benefits

• Herzog offers a robust benefits package including medical and dental coverage. The plans are specific to projects and locations.

Why Herzog

Founded in 1969, Herzog is headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri, with a satellite office in Fort Worth, Texas.

Over the course of our 50+ year history, Herzog has become a national leader in the construction, operations and maintenance of commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects.

We believe our culture is at the heart of our existence. It is that belief which empowers every member of our professional family to act with purpose and passion as they advance their career throughout their personal pursuit of excellence.

Backed by over five decades of experience, Herzog delivers exceptional customer service and elite results.

Our success is the outcome of our relentless pursuit of excellence, our passion for our customers, safety without compromise, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of team.

We invite you to join us on our journey to excellence as we work to be better today than yesterday and better tomorrow than today.

It is the policy of Herzog Energy, Inc. to provide equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.