Geotechnical Superintendent — Drilled Shafts & Foundations

Sterling St James Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card and toll tags

Comprehensive benefits

401k match

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Sterling St James Inc. in the Atlanta area seeks a Geotechnical Superintendent to lead field operations on drilled shafts and deep foundation projects. You will direct geotechnical crews, coordinate with safety and project teams, and manage equipment usage and maintenance.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in geotechnical work, can handle budgets and schedules, and are willing to travel or relocate to the Atlanta region. This role offers growth within a large, Southeast-based contractor.

Qualifications

• 10+ years geotechnical construction experience including drilled shafts, CFA piles, wick drains and soil/rock nails.
• Ability to manage crews, cost and schedule in the field.
• Willing to travel and relocate to Atlanta area.

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, coordinating with safety and project management.
• Plan means and methods for geotechnical activities with the project team.
• Manage drill rigs, grout plants and shotcrete pumps, including 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 participate in start/close meetings.

Skills

Geotechnical experience

Drilled shafts

Crew management

Safety leadership

Tools

Drill rigs

Grout plants

Shotcrete pumps

Scheduling software

Job description

Sterling St James Inc. in the Atlanta area seeks a Geotechnical Superintendent to lead field operations on drilled shafts and deep foundation projects. You will direct geotechnical crews, coordinate with safety and project teams, and manage equipment usage and maintenance.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in geotechnical work, can handle budgets and schedules, and are willing to travel or relocate to the Atlanta region. This role offers growth within a large, Southeast-based contractor.