Federal Construction Superintendent: Lead Field Operations

Yates Construction; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Yates Construction seeks a Superintendent for Federal Construction - USACE/NAVFAC projects to lead field operations on federal sites in the United States. The role coordinates with Project Management, Quality Control, Safety, Engineering, and Government representatives to ensure compliance with UFC, UFGS, contract requirements, and safety standards.

The role directs all field activities, develops site execution strategies, manages CPM schedules, and mentors field staff, coordinating with

Qualifications

• Minimum six (6) years of commercial, industrial, federal, or heavy civil construction experience.
• Minimum three (3) years of supervisory experience leading field operations.
• Experience on federal construction projects for USACE, NAVFAC, DoD, VA, GSA, or other federal agencies strongly preferred.
• Experience managing projects or scopes of work valued at $10M+ preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, sequencing, logistics planning, and schedule management.
• Ability to effectively lead teams in fast-paced environments while maintaining safety, quality, and production goals.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate all field operations for federal construction projects.
• Lead and manage field personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, and trade partners to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant project execution.
• Coordinate work with Government representatives, Contracting Officers, Resident Engineers, Construction Managers, Quality Assurance personnel, architects, engineers, inspectors, and project stakeholders.
• Develop site execution strategies and sequencing plans that support project objectives and contract milestones.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to field engineers, assistant superintendents, trade superintendents, and other project personnel.
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with project plans, specifications, approved submittals, and contract requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Science, or a related field

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Yates Construction seeks a Superintendent for Federal Construction - USACE/NAVFAC projects to lead field operations on federal sites in the United States. The role coordinates with Project Management, Quality Control, Safety, Engineering, and Government representatives to ensure compliance with UFC, UFGS, contract requirements, and safety standards.

The role directs all field activities, develops site execution strategies, manages CPM schedules, and mentors field staff, coordinating with