Geotechnical Superintendent, Heavy Civil / Foundations

True North Consultants, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card and toll tags

Comprehensive benefits package

401k match

Job summary

True North Consultants, Inc. is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Superintendent for heavy civil and foundation work in the Atlanta area.

The role involves leading self-perform geotechnical crews on drilled shafts, auger cast piles, wick drains and soil nails, with responsibilities across safety, planning, and field execution. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in geotechnical construction, strong knowledge of drill rigs and support equipment, and a proven ability to manage crews, costs and

Qualifications

• 10+ years of geotechnical construction experience, working with drilled shafts, CFA piles, wick drains and soil/rock nails.
• Proven ability to lead crews in geotechnical and deep foundations work.
• Strong knowledge of drill rigs, grout plants and shotcrete pumps and their maintenance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to coordinate with project teams.

Responsibilities

• Run daily field operations on geotechnical and deep foundation projects.
• Lead drilled shaft, auger cast pile and earth retention crews.
• Prioritize safety with the safety department and project management.
• Plan means and methods with the project team for geotechnical activities.
• Manage equipment and track field productivity and labor costs.
• Coordinate suppliers and subcontractors and oversee self-perform work.
• Maintain quality control and field documentation; update project status in meetings.

Skills

Geotechnical construction

Crew management

Drill rigs operation

Safety leadership

Travel willingness

Tools

Drill rigs

Grout plants

Shotcrete pumps

Job description

Geotechnical Superintendent, Heavy Civil / Foundations

Location: Atlanta, GA area

Industry: Heavy Civil / Geotechnical / Deep Foundations / Infrastructure Construction

A leading heavy civil contractor with a strong Southeast presence is hiring a Geotechnical Superintendent for drilled shaft and deep foundation work in the Atlanta area. This is a strong opportunity for a Geotechnical Superintendent, Drill Shaft Superintendent or senior foundation foreman with 10+ years in specialty geotechnical work who wants bigger projects with a well resourced employer. You'll run self perform geotechnical crews on heavy civil and infrastructure projects, from drilled shafts and auger cast piles to micropiles, tiebacks and soil nails. Atlanta area locals are great, and candidates ready to relocate are welcome.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• 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

What We're Looking For

• 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

Why This Role Is Worth a Conversation

• Competitive base plus bonus potential
• Company vehicle, fuel card and toll tags
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401k match up to 6%
• Learning and development programs and education reimbursement
• A large, well established heavy civil contractor with a deep backlog of work across the Southeast
• Real room to grow, with career mobility inside a large organization
• Heavy civil work on the kind of projects that build a career.