Geotechnical Superintendent: Drilled Shafts & Foundations

6 Degrees Search; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Toll tags

Comprehensive benefits package

401k match up to 6%

Learning and development programs

Career growth in a large contractor

Job summary

6 Degrees Search invites applications for a Geotechnical Superintendent in the Tampa Bay area. You will lead self-perform geotechnical crews on heavy civil and infrastructure projects, including drilled shafts, auger cast piles, and earth retention work, with a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years of geotechnical construction experience, strong leadership, and the ability to manage budgets and schedules while coordinating with suppliers and subcontractors.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of geotechnical construction experience across drilled shafts, CFA 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.
• Willing to travel.
• Based in the Tampa Bay area, or ready to relocate.
• Drill shaft superintendent experience is a plus.

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

Drill rigs operation

Safety leadership

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Job description

6 Degrees Search invites applications for a Geotechnical Superintendent in the Tampa Bay area. You will lead self-perform geotechnical crews on heavy civil and infrastructure projects, including drilled shafts, auger cast piles, and earth retention work, with a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years of geotechnical construction experience, strong leadership, and the ability to manage budgets and schedules while coordinating with suppliers and subcontractors.