General Superintendent

Recruiters' Network Inc.; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruiters' Network Inc. seeks an experienced General Superintendent to lead field construction operations across earthwork, structures, and civil disciplines on a landmark California infrastructure megaproject.

The role requires directing multiple superintendents, ensuring safety, schedule, and quality while coordinating with owners, inspectors, and agencies. You will drive site logistics, method development, and resource planning, mentor field leaders, and uphold rigorous safety standards on a

Qualifications

• 15+ years of construction experience.
• 10+ years as a Superintendent on heavy civil projects.
• Experience leading projects valued at $200M+.
• Prior superintendent experience on bridge, highway, transit, or large infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. construction methods and industry standards.
• Experience with City, State, or Federal public agency clients preferred.
• Proficient in construction software: MS Word, Excel, Bluebeam, HCSS HeavyBid, Procore.
• OSHA Certification and First Aid certifications preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct discipline Superintendents across earthwork, structures, and civil construction operations.
• Ensure all work is executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with plans and specifications.
• Oversee field planning, scheduling, sequencing, logistics, manpower, and subcontractor coordination.
• Enforce contract requirements, quality standards, and productivity expectations for crews and subcontractors.
• Coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and site resources for maximum efficiency.
• Provide technical field leadership including drawing interpretation, means and methods, and equipment recommendations.
• Support project management with schedule development, site logistics plans, procedures, and documentation controls.
• Drive implementation of the Site Specific Safety Plan and maintain strong field safety culture.
• Coordinate daily with owner representatives, inspectors, agencies, and internal leadership teams.
• Resolve field issues quickly to maintain uninterrupted progress.
• Mentor and develop Superintendents, Foremen, and field leadership staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety culture

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Bluebeam

HCSS HeavyBid

Procore

Job description

About the Project

Join one of California’s largest transportation infrastructure programs in the Central Valley. This landmark project includes a 32-mile corridor with major scopes such as roadway and railroad grade separations, viaducts, tunnel work, utility relocations, trench sections, roadway improvements, and a major river crossing.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced General Superintendent to lead field construction operations across multiple disciplines including earthwork, structures, civil, and transportation scopes. This senior leadership role is responsible for driving safety, schedule, quality, subcontractor performance, and daily field execution on a large-scale heavy civil project.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and direct discipline Superintendents across earthwork, structures, and civil construction operations

Ensure all work is executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with plans and specifications

Oversee field planning, scheduling, sequencing, logistics, manpower, and subcontractor coordination

Enforce contract requirements, quality standards, and productivity expectations for crews and subcontractors

Coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and site resources for maximum efficiency

Provide technical field leadership including drawing interpretation, means and methods, and equipment recommendations

Support project management with schedule development, site logistics plans, procedures, and documentation controls

Drive implementation of the Site Specific Safety Plan and maintain strong field safety culture

Coordinate daily with owner representatives, inspectors, agencies, and internal leadership teams

Resolve field issues quickly to maintain uninterrupted progress

Mentor and develop Superintendents, Foremen, and field leadership staff

Qualifications

15+ years of construction experience

10+ years of experience as a Superintendent on heavy civil projects

Experience leading projects valued at $200M+

Prior superintendent experience on bridge, highway, transit, or large infrastructure projects

Strong knowledge of U.S. construction methods, means and methods, and industry standards

Experience working with City, State, or Federal public agency clients preferred

Knowledge of labor relations, subcontract management, local trades, and union environments

Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Bluebeam, HCSS HeavyBid, Procore, or similar construction software

OSHA Certification and First Aid certifications preferred

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required

Preferred Background

Large public works megaprojects

Rail corridor or transportation infrastructure

Bridges, structures, grading, roadway, and utility scopes

California public agency experience

Competitive executive-level compensation based on experience

Opportunity to lead field operations on one of California’s most significant infrastructure projects