Earthwork Superintendent

Rachel Contracting; Saint Michael (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

401(k) Plan with Employer Match Component

Job summary

Rachel Contracting in Saint Michael, Minnesota, is seeking a qualified Earthwork Superintendent to lead site grading projects across the Midwest. The ideal candidate will have strong supervisory skills and a background in civil construction.

This role involves operating heavy equipment, managing a workforce of 5 to 25 workers, and ensuring adherence to safety regulations. Rachel Contracting offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan with employer match.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory level and civil construction experience.
• Ability to be a team leader under challenging conditions.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform site grading for construction projects.
• Operate equipment such as dozers and excavators.
• Communicate with subcontractors and manage workflows.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Civil construction experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Blade

Dozer

Excavator

Water truck

Off-road trucks

Skid steer

Job description

Rachel Contracting is seeking qualified applicants for Earthwork Superintendent position. The position is available locally and throughout the Midwest. Rachel Contracting is a specialty site-work contractor performing earthwork, demolition, and utilities primarily in the Midwest/Central US region. Our team welcomes individuals who are committed to safety, passionate about their work and delivering quality workmanship with integrity and professionalism.

Responsibilities and Tasks

Performing site grading for commercial, industrial, development, wind and road construction projects which includes road improvements, drainage improvements, road maintenance, dewatering, soil correction, foundation excavation and backfill, utilities and any other necessary civil improvements required for a project.

Operates equipment such as: blade, dozer, excavator, water truck, off-road trucks, and skid steer.

Communicate with subcontractors in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specifications, and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays and assure on-time delivery.

Inspects work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications and the adherence to construction schedules by way of daily communication with the Project Manager and General Superintendent.

Manage a workforce size of approximately 5 to 25 workers (operators and laborers).

Assist Project Manager with expediting materials procurement, schedule and project documentation.

Assure all personnel on the project site are familiar with and adhere to the project safety regulations.

Position Qualification Preferences

Previous supervisory level and civil construction experience.

Ability to be a team leader under challenging conditions.

Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple operations.

Demonstrate ability to promote a safe work environment.

Dependability: showing initiative and good follow through.

Ability to problem solve and adjust to changing circumstances.

We offer

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

401(k) Plan with Employer Match Component