Field Leader: Utility-Scale Heavy Civil Superintendent

R-2 Contractors; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Employment Appreciation Bonus

Job summary

R-2 Contractors is seeking an experienced Utility-Scale Heavy Civil Superintendent to lead field operations on power, renewable energy, and substation projects nationwide. You will plan production, coordinate manpower and equipment, and supervise Foremen and crews to deliver quality work safely and on schedule.

This role demands extensive travel (100%), strong leadership, familiarity with earthwork, grading, drainage, GPS machine control, and a track record of building high-performing teams that

Responsibilities

• Lead all field operations for utility-scale heavy civil construction projects
• Plan and coordinate manpower, heavy equipment, materials, subcontractors, and production schedules
• Supervise Foremen, equipment operators, craft personnel, subcontractors, and field teams to ensure safe and productive project execution
• Oversee mass grading, excavation, site development, drainage systems, erosion and sediment control, access roads, and civil infrastructure installation
• Ensure all work is completed safely, accurately, and in accordance with project specifications, quality standards, and production goals
• Read and interpret grading plans, civil drawings, specifications, GPS models, and construction documents
• Coordinate daily activities with Project Managers, customers, inspectors, survey crews, subcontractors, suppliers, and utility representatives
• Monitor production, manpower, equipment utilization, budgets, schedules, and overall project performance
• Oversee the efficient utilization of GPS machine control technology and heavy earthmoving equipment
• Identify field challenges early and proactively implement solutions to minimize impacts to safety, quality, schedule, and production
• Develop Foremen and future Superintendents through coaching, mentorship, accountability, and leadership by example
• Maintain complete project documentation, daily reports, production tracking, quality records, and inspection documentation
• Foster a culture centered on safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Lead by example while living and reinforcing the R-2 Core Values every day
• Builds high-performing field teams that consistently work safely and efficiently
• Delivers utility-scale heavy civil projects that meet or exceed project specifications, production goals, and quality expectations
• Develops strong Foremen and future Superintendents
• Earn trust and confidence of customers, inspectors, and project leadership through reliable execution
• Plan ahead, communicate proactively, and resolve challenges before they impact production
• Strengthen R-2 through continuous improvement in safety, quality, productivity, equipment utilization, and leadership development
• At R-2 Contractors, technical expertise may open the door—as leadership is defined by how you develop people, build teams, and live our Core Values.

Job description

R-2 Contractors is seeking an experienced Utility-Scale Heavy Civil Superintendent to lead field operations on power, renewable energy, and substation projects nationwide. You will plan production, coordinate manpower and equipment, and supervise Foremen and crews to deliver quality work safely and on schedule.

This role demands extensive travel (100%), strong leadership, familiarity with earthwork, grading, drainage, GPS machine control, and a track record of building high-performing teams that