Construction Superintendent

Jobot; Alva (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

On-site work

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on FDOT heavy civil projects in Florida. The candidate will manage crews, subcontractors, equipment, and materials while ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence on active construction sites.

The ideal candidate brings strong highway construction background, plan interpretation skills, and the ability to collaborate with project teams and FDOT representatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; construction management or related education preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of heavy civil/highway/roadway construction experience, with supervisory responsibilities.
• FDOT project experience preferred; ability to supervise field crews and multiple construction activities.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise daily field operations on FDOT roadway, highway, drainage, and heavy civil projects.
• Coordinate construction crews, subcontractors, equipment operators, materials, and deliveries.
• Interpret construction drawings, project plans, specifications, and FDOT standards.
• Ensure work complies with plans, quality requirements, schedules, and safety regulations.
• Oversee roadwork activities including grading, drainage, utilities, concrete, and asphalt paving.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, surveyors, inspectors, and FDOT representatives.
• Maintain daily reports, logs, quantity records, and progress updates.
• Enforce OSHA safety requirements and field quality control measures.

Skills

Field supervision

Crew coordination

Plans & specs interpretation

OSHA safety

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Construction management education

Tools

FDOT Standards

Construction drawings

Job description

Construction Superintendent

$100000 - $130000 per year | Alva, FL | On-site | Permanent

Construction Superintendent – FDOT / Heavy Civil Construction

A bit about us:

My client is a construction company specializing in heavy civil and transportation construction projects. We are committed to delivering quality construction through effective field management, adherence to project specifications, safe work practices, and efficient coordination of crews, equipment, and subcontractors. Our team values reliable project execution, strong construction standards, and delivering successful outcomes for our clients.

Why join us?

• Competitive Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience (DOE); specific range to be confirmed.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation benefits and holiday pay, subject to company policies and eligibility requirements.
• Steady Project Opportunities: Work on heavy civil and transportation construction projects requiring FDOT experience.
• Hands‑On Leadership: Take ownership of field operations, crew coordination, safety, and construction progress.
• Team Environment: Collaborate with project management, field personnel, subcontractors, and construction professionals.
• Full‑Time Opportunity: Full‑time position with 40+ hours per week advertised.

Job Details

We are seeking a seasoned Construction Superintendent with a robust background in highway construction and site management. Our ideal candidate is a dynamic, hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our construction projects, including managing project teams, coordinating contractors, and ensuring the quality of work and compliance with construction safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise daily field operations on FDOT roadway, highway, drainage, and heavy civil construction projects.
• Coordinate construction crews, subcontractors, equipment operators, materials, and deliveries.
• Interpret construction drawings, project plans, specifications, and applicable FDOT standards.
• Ensure work is completed according to approved plans, quality requirements, project schedules, and safety regulations.
• Oversee applicable construction activities, including roadway grading, drainage installation, stormwater systems, utilities, concrete work, and asphalt paving.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, surveyors, inspectors, and FDOT representatives.
• Monitor construction progress, production rates, labor allocation, equipment utilization, and material quantities.
• Identify field conflicts, constructability issues, delays, and potential schedule impacts; coordinate corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, work logs, quantity records, inspection documentation, and progress updates.
• Enforce OSHA requirements, site‑specific safety procedures, and applicable quality‑control measures.
• Conduct daily safety briefings, preconstruction meetings, and field coordination meetings.
• Ensure proper sequencing of construction activities and effective use of labor, materials, and equipment.
• Oversee Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) requirements and coordinate traffic‑control activities when applicable.
• Communicate project status, resource requirements, and field issues to project management.
• Help ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contractual requirements and established milestones.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; construction management, civil engineering, or related technical education preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of heavy civil, highway, or roadway construction experience, including supervisory responsibilities preferred; confirm the employer's actual minimum.
• Prior FDOT project experience required or strongly preferred, depending on the employer's final criteria.
• Experience supervising field crews, subcontractors, equipment operators, and multiple construction activities.
• Strong knowledge of FDOT Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction, construction drawings, and applicable project requirements.
• Experience with roadway construction, drainage systems, stormwater infrastructure, grading, utilities, concrete, or asphalt paving.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret plans and specifications, coordinate construction sequencing, monitor production, and maintain project schedules.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety requirements, quality control, construction documentation, and field reporting.
• FDOT-related certifications, MOT qualifications, and OSHA training preferred or required as applicable to the project.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work on active construction sites.
• Ability to travel to project sites and work extended hours when required by project schedules.

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