Heavy Civil Superintendent

The Tully Group; North Carolina; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Thalle Construction Co., Inc. is seeking a General Superintendent for a project in Sanford, NC.

The role oversees labor staffing, equipment coordination, and field operations for large-scale heavy civil work, including water treatment facilities and large-diameter pipelines. The position requires a strong track record in civil construction leadership, with 5-7 years of experience, and proficiency in MS Office and Bluebeam.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in civil construction.
• Water/Wastewater plant construction experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, architectural drawings and specifications.
• Previous experience leading construction operations.
• Proficient in MS Office and Bluebeam software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of labor staffing, means and methods guidance and equipment requests for field projects.
• Provide guidance and oversight of construction quality control.
• Coordinate with Project Manager and Field Superintendents on staffing needs.
• Ensure timely arrival and deployment of equipment to sites.
• Lead site superintendent activities on large projects.
• Plan weekly field meetings to update staff on operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organization

Negotiation

Mentoring

Self-starter

Tools

MS Office

Bluebeam

Job description

Thalle Construction Co., Inc. (“Thalle”) is currently seeking General Superintendent to support our project in Sanford, NC.

Thalle, established in 1947, is a heavy civil construction company with a corporate office located in Hillsborough, NC and a regional office in Alvarado, Texas. Thalle currently has active heavy civil construction projects spanning from New York to South Florida to Texas and continuing to expand our geographical footprint. Our diverse and expansive project scope of heavy civil infrastructure projects incorporates all degrees of civil construction that includes but is not limited to; Conventional Concrete, Roller Compacted Concrete and Earthen Dams, Navigational Waterway Locks, Reservoirs, Large Diameter Underground Utilities, Treatment Facilities, Landfills, Site Work, Mass Soil & Rock Excavation, Coal Ash Closures, DOT Highway & Bridge Construction, and on demand emergency services, etc.

We are a proud representative of The Tully Group (Tully) who was established in 1921 and developed into one of the nation’s largest privately held, family‑owned construction firms. Tully’s corporate office, located in New York City, has provided an opportunity to develop and sustain a long history of heavy civil projects in the Metro New York Area and New Jersey. Visit www.tullygroup.us for more information.

Safety is our TOP priority! Thalle offers a competitive salary package with a full range of benefits, including Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long‑Term Disability, generous PTO, paid company holidays, Life Insurance, and 401K with a company match, and more! Compensation is based on experience and qualifications.

Thalle is an Equal Opportunity Employer, E-Verify and Drug Free Workplace.

Location

Sanford, NC

Job Title

General Superintendent

Salary

Competitive compensation package based on experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This senior level management position oversees and is ultimately accountable for effectively coordinating the delivery of all labor staffing, means and methods guidance, and equipment requests for field construction projects. In addition, this position is responsible for overall guidance and oversight of construction quality control.

• Continually work with Project Manager, General Superintendent, and Field Superintendents to determine ongoing labor staffing needs.
• Collaborate with General Superintendent and Equipment Managers to ensure proper coordination & arrival of equipment to sites.
• Fully accountable for site superintendent responsibilities on assigned large project(s).
• Participate in the management of daily operational issues, including long‑term planning and resource coordination, management of work crews and subcontractors, identifying and improving procedures, project staffing, and ongoing project support.
• Plan for and execute weekly field meetings to update field staff on current projects operations and equipment moves.
• Oversee field operations of sewer and water treatment plant construction of medium (48”) to large (96”) diameter transmission line installs. Project construction includes installation of PVC, Steel Cylinder, Fiberglass, Concrete Cylinder, and Ductile pipe.
• Ensure company policies and operational procedures are understood, implemented consistently, and adhered to.
• Through the Operations Team, coordinate with Corporate Safety Department to ensure all project safety needs are met and to assist in the adherence to all Company safety policies.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• At least 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in civil construction required.
• Water/Wastewater plant construction experience.
• Ability to read and understand technical and statistical data, interpret construction drawings, architectural drawings and specifications, and legal documents.
• Prior experience effectively leading construction operations.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.
• Working knowledge of Bluebeam software.
• Advanced knowledge of the heavy civil construction industry.
• Ability to effectively mentor professional development of field management.
• Self‑starter capable of improving operations processes.
• Excellent negotiation and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Sound judgment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone.