Heavy Civil Superintendent

Parisi | A Walbec Group Company; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Walbec Group is seeking a Heavy Civil Superintendent in Madison, WI to manage site operations, scheduling, equipment and safety. You will lead foremen and field crews, coordinate with Project Management, and ensure work meets plans and budget constraints.

The role requires prior heavy civil supervision experience and strong knowledge of earthwork, utilities, grading, and site construction methods. OSHA compliance and teamwork with owners and contractors are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as foreman or superintendent on heavy civil projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate resources.
• Strong knowledge of earthwork, utilities, grading and site construction operations.
• Familiarity with heavy civil equipment and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily heavy civil construction operations and project scheduling.
• Lead safety procedures and enforce OSHA compliance on site.
• Coordinate with Project Management on scheduling, cost control and change orders.
• Ensure plans, specs and standard practices are understood and followed.

Skills

Earthwork

Utilities

Site grading

Heavy equipment

Job description

About Walbec Group

Walbec produces high‑quality construction materials and delivers unparalleled professional design, engineering, and construction services at its six companies, including Payne and Dolan, Northeast Asphalt, Zenith Tech, Parisi, Premier Concrete, and Construction Resources Management. Whether building bridges, stabilizing shorelines, rehabilitating structures, or providing site engineering and construction solutions for solar, Walbec is your bridge to expertise in construction and engineering. With safety and ethics at the core of everything we do, our experienced professionals are hard at work on commercial and industrial sites throughout the Midwest.

Position

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, the Heavy Civil Superintendent is responsible for managing site operations, project scheduling, overseeing equipment, and maintaining safety and quality of work. The role includes daily heavy civil construction operations, including earthwork, utilities, grading, and site development; leading employees on proper safety procedures and enforcing compliance with OSHA and company standards; partnering with the Operations Manager and HR on employee relations; coordinating equipment and pre‑job planning to ensure appropriate resource allocation on the job site; confirming foreman reported installed quantities hours from timecards; troubleshooting and resolving field construction issues in collaboration with Project Management to keep projects on schedule and within budget; ensuring a strong understanding of plans, specifications, and standard practices for heavy civil work; fostering relationships with owners, general contractors, and subcontractors; assisting in the training of foremen and field crew personnel; and collaborating with Project Managers on scheduling, cost control, and change‑order documentation.

Requirements

• Self‑directed and motivated; able to manage multiple projects.
• Prior experience as a foreman or superintendent preferably on heavy civil projects.
• Strong knowledge of earthwork, underground utilities, grading, and site construction operations.
• Strong knowledge of heavy civil equipment.

Preferred: Knowledge and previous experience (information truncated in source).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture here at the Walbec Group. Our leadership understands the unique abilities and differences of our team members, which drives our innovation and growth. When you choose Walbec, you’ll be welcomed into a supportive environment where all team members feel heard, respected, and valued. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply!