Heavy Civil Construction Superintendent

PBSGC Marine Group; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401k with employer match

Company vehicle

Job summary

PBSGC Marine Group is seeking an experienced Heavy Civil Construction Superintendent to lead marine civil projects in Louisiana and surrounding states. You will oversee field teams, coordinate mobilizations, manage assets, and ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.

The role requires strong leadership, planning, and safety discipline, with travel as needed and a commitment to building a robust safety culture on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree preferred in Engineering/Construction Management; experience may substitute for education.
• Minimum five years Civil construction management experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical documents, contracts, specifications, soil reports, and regulations.
• Willingness to travel as required and operate in marine conditions.

Responsibilities

• Manage marine civil construction projects safely and efficiently, including engineering layouts and supervision of field personnel.
• Mobilize crews, equipment, and products on assigned projects and manage assets.
• Interface with stakeholders to maintain positive relationships on site and with inspectors.
• Order materials, schedule inspections, and ensure project plans are followed.
• Promote site safety culture and rectify hazards immediately; conduct weekly safety meetings.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development for foremen and superintendents.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety leadership

Project management

Scheduling

Teamwork

Education

Engineering or Construction Management degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

PBSGC is seeking an experienced Heavy Civil Construction Superintendent that is willing to work in the Louisiana area and surrounding states as assigned.

This position is responsible for the safe and efficient management of civil construction projects to include all aspects of successful project completion. The Heavy Civil Construction Superintendent coordinates all site construction activities and supervises all field personnel as required to successfully complete the project on schedule and within budget. The Heavy Civil Construction Superintendent will report directly to Marine Construction Division Manager. Competitive salary commensurate with experience and an outstanding benefit package which includes health, wellness, dental, vision, Rx, life insurance, use of company vehicle, and 401k plan including employer match.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the safe and efficient management of marine construction projects to include engineering and layout, leadership of personnel, and management of assets including vessels, barges, equipment, and materials.
• Responsible for mobilization of crew, equipment, and products on assigned projects.
• Responsible for assigned assets including vessels, barges, equipment, and materials.
• Position will interface in a manner that will build positive relationships with all personnel on construction projects, contractors, inspectors, and the general public.
• Order materials and schedule inspections as necessary throughout the process.
• Understands the project plans and specifications.
• Promotes job site safety, encourages safe work practices and rectifies job site hazards immediately. Ensures all PBSGC employees and contractors are adhering to PBSGC's safety culture.
• Schedule and coordinate proper construction and right‑away permits.
• Schedule and coordinate project activities to safely deliver a profitable project.
• Handle on‑site paperwork and daily work reports.
• Be on site full‑time and responsible for all field activities.
• Conduct performance evaluations of foremen, general foremen, and assistant superintendents.
• Provide proactive and intentional leadership in developing the safety culture on the project site.
• Coach, mentor and train all personnel.
• Develop leaders through active career sponsorship and provide the right responsibilities and work assignments to cultivate growth.
• Support and encourage team member's career learning and development.
• Manage site work and logistics efficiently, looking for ways to improve.
• Ensure project compliance with all safety precautions and requirements. This will include, but is not limited to, weekly safety meetings onsite.
• Ensure equipment is in safe operating condition, perform maintenance and prevention/loss, report repairs to Construction Division Manager.
• Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with working in a marine environment on the inland waterways and especially the Mississippi River is beneficial but not required.
• Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, or Construction Management is preferred but experience in lieu of a degree will be considered. Experienced candidates and with a varied background of construction will be considered.
• Civil construction management experience in addition to the above education and/or experience of at least five years is required.
• Proficient knowledge Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Knowledge of operating various equipment; i.e. Back Hoe, Track Hoe, Grader, Dozer, Loader, etc.
• Proficient in setting, transferring and understanding grades.
• Safe work experience and a commitment to safe leadership of personnel and safe work practice is a must.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical documents, contracts, specifications, soil reports, and/or government regulations.
• Experienced in scheduling, ordering, field supervision, quality control, and production of all phases of civil construction.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem solving, initiative, and teamwork skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent and valid driver's license.
• Must be able to work in marine conditions including inclement weather.
• Must be willing and able to travel as the job location requires to include consecutive weeks away from home.
• Must complete on‑boarding physical and exertion function test with physical therapist after acceptance of offer to evaluate ability to meet the physical essential functions of the position.
• Must be comfortable working over and adjacent to water and willingness to participate in water rescue.

Pine Bluff Sand and Gravel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes affirmative action for females, veterans, minorities, disabled. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact [e-mail] or call 1-888-870-8296.

Please note: This employment position may be considered a safety sensitive position related to the operation of equipment or working in proximity of operating equipment, working over or adjacent to water, working at a height, or a particular assignment regulated by license, credential, or contract which stipulates the position or work as safety sensitive.