General Superintendent

Imperium Global; New York (NY); On-site; USD 137,442 - 187,120; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Vision insurance

Job summary

A well-established civil construction contractor in New York is looking for an experienced General Superintendent to lead field operations on multiple projects. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience, a strong understanding of local construction regulations, and excellent leadership skills. This full-time position offers a stable project pipeline and a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in heavy civil construction.
• Proven experience in a Superintendent or General Superintendent role.
• Strong understanding of NY construction requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations on civil construction projects.
• Lead and mentor foremen, superintendents, and field crews.
• Enforce safety standards and ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Job description

Working exclusively with the top talent in the US Construction Industry

My client, a well-established civil construction contractor operating throughout New York, is seeking an experienced General Superintendent to lead field operations across multiple heavy civil and site development projects.

About the Role

They are looking for a hands‑on, highly organized leader who can manage field crews, coordinate project activities, and ensure safe, high‑quality execution. This role is critical in driving schedule, productivity, and overall project success.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations on civil construction projects
• Lead and mentor foremen, superintendents, and field crews
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and inspectors
• Maintain project schedules, manpower plans, and equipment needs
• Enforce safety standards and ensure compliance with local and state regulations
• Support planning, sequencing, and problem‑solving during construction
• Monitor quality control and ensure work meets project specifications
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to keep projects running smoothly

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in heavy civil, sitework, roadwork, utilities, or related construction
• Proven experience in a Superintendent or General Superintendent role
• Strong understanding of NY construction requirements, permitting, and safety standards
• Ability to manage multiple crews and high‑volume workloads
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Based in New York, with travel to various project sites across the region.

They offer a stable project pipeline, strong leadership support, and the opportunity to shape field operations for a respected contractor. This is a great fit for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and takes pride in delivering quality civil infrastructure.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Project Management

Industries

Construction, Civil Engineering, Utilities

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• 401(k)
• Vision insurance

New York, NY $137,442.00‑$187,120.00