Geotechnical Superintendent, Heavy Civil / Foundations

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

401k match

Education reimbursement

Career mobility

Job summary

Confidential Geotech Contractor in the Tampa Bay area seeks a Geotechnical Superintendent to lead self-perform geotechnical crews on heavy civil and foundation projects. The role involves drilled shafts, earth retention, and micropiles, with relocation considerations for the right candidate.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in geotechnical construction, strong leadership and communication skills, and willingness to travel to project sites in the Southeast.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of geotechnical construction experience (drilled shafts, CFA piles, micropiles, tiebacks, etc.).
• Experience managing crews, cost and schedule in the field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willing to travel.
• Based in or willing to relocate to the Tampa Bay area.

Responsibilities

• Run daily field operations on geotechnical and deep foundation projects.
• Lead drilled shaft, auger cast pile and earth retention crews.
• Prioritize safety in coordination with safety dept and PM.
• Plan means and methods for geotechnical activities with 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.
• Perform quality control and field documentation.
• Keep management updated on job status and participate in start/close meetings.

Skills

Geotechnical experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Willing to travel

Tools

Drill rigs

Grout plants

Shotcrete pumps

Job description

Geotechnical Superintendent, Heavy Civil / Foundations

Location Tampa, FL
No Remote

Type Direct Hire

Geotechnical Superintendent, Heavy Civil / Foundations

Location: Tampa Bay, FL 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 Tampa Bay 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. Tampa Bay 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 Tampa Bay area, or ready to relocate

Why This Role Is Worth a Conversation

• Company vehicle, fuel card and toll tags
• 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.