Field Operations Lead — Heavy Civil Projects

Bituminous Roadways, Inc.; Mendota Heights, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits package

Profit-sharing retirement program

Mental health & wellness support

Paid time off (PTO)

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Bituminous Roadways, Inc. is seeking a Project Superintendent in Saint Paul, MN to lead on-site field operations for heavy civil construction projects. You will supervise crews, coordinate with estimators and subcontractors, and ensure safety, schedule, and budget adherence on site.

The role requires 5+ years in heavy civil construction with supervisory experience, strong plan-reading skills, and a proactive leadership style. Union options available, and a comprehensive benefits program provided.

Qualifications

• 5+ years field experience in heavy civil construction; at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of civil construction practices including grading, utilities, paving, and/or concrete work.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and schedules.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with a record of motivating teams.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise all field activities and personnel on assigned projects.
• Develop and implement daily and weekly work plans with the Estimator/Project Manager.
• Coordinate work with subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and internal crews.
• Help maintain daily project logs and reporting.
• Enforce compliance with safety policies and OSHA regulations.
• Monitor quality control to ensure project specifications and standards.
• Forecast needs, manage resources, and resolve field-level delays.
• Inspect progress and provide feedback to foremen and crews to improve productivity.
• Manage site logistics including materials, traffic control, erosion control and site housekeeping.
• Liaise between field and office, maintaining strong stakeholder communication.

Skills

Leadership

Civil construction

Blueprint reading

Communication

Problem solving

Education

5+ years field experience in heavy civil construction; 2+ years supervisory

Tools

Field reporting tools

Time tracking

Construction documentation

Job description

Bituminous Roadways, Inc. is seeking a Project Superintendent in Saint Paul, MN to lead on-site field operations for heavy civil construction projects. You will supervise crews, coordinate with estimators and subcontractors, and ensure safety, schedule, and budget adherence on site.

The role requires 5+ years in heavy civil construction with supervisory experience, strong plan-reading skills, and a proactive leadership style. Union options available, and a comprehensive benefits program provided.