Geotechnical Superintendent – Drilled Shafts & Foundations

Ilocatum; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base + bonus

Company vehicle

Comprehensive benefits

401k match

Education reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Ilocatum in Atlanta, GA area is seeking a Geotechnical Superintendent to lead self-perform geotechnical crews on drilled shafts and deep foundation work. You will manage drill rigs, crews and field productivity on heavy civil projects, ensuring safety and budget compliance.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in geotechnical construction and strong leadership, with readiness to relocate to the Atlanta area if needed. This is a full-time role with growth opportunities within a large contractor.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of geotechnical construction experience across soldier piles, tiebacks, micropiles, drilled shafts, CFA auger cast piles, wick drains and soil or rock nails
• Thorough understanding of drill rigs, grout plants and shotcrete pumps, their use and maintenance
• Able to learn and apply geotechnical construction methods, specs and procedures
• Proven ability to manage crews, cost and schedule in the field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team
• Willing to travel
• Drill shaft superintendent experience is a plus
• Based in the Atlanta area, or ready to relocate

Responsibilities

• Run daily field operations on geotechnical and deep foundation projects
• Lead drilled shaft, auger cast pile and earth retention crews
• Keep safety the top priority, working with the safety department and project management
• Plan means and methods for each geotechnical activity with the project team
• Manage drill rigs, grout plants and shotcrete pumps, including proper use and maintenance
• Update project schedules and track field productivity
• Manage labor costs and keep the work on budget
• Coordinate suppliers, subcontractors and self perform work
• Run quality control and field documentation on the job
• Keep project management updated on job status and take part in job start and job close meetings

Skills

Geotechnical construction

Crew management

Safety compliance

Drill rigs operation

Plan and schedule

Communication

Willing to travel

Relocation ready

Self-motivation

Tools

Drill rigs

Grout plants

Shotcrete pumps

Job description

Ilocatum in Atlanta, GA area is seeking a Geotechnical Superintendent to lead self-perform geotechnical crews on drilled shafts and deep foundation work. You will manage drill rigs, crews and field productivity on heavy civil projects, ensuring safety and budget compliance.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in geotechnical construction and strong leadership, with readiness to relocate to the Atlanta area if needed. This is a full-time role with growth opportunities within a large contractor.