Heavy Civil Superintendent

Metric Geo; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Geo in Stamford, CT is seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead field operations on challenging excavation and sitework projects. You will manage crews, subcontractors, equipment and schedules, ensuring projects progress from mobilization to completion with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

Ideal candidates bring proven hands-on leadership in heavy civil, earthwork, or site development, plus familiarity with GPS and layout technology.

Qualifications

• Experience leading field operations on heavy civil, excavation or sitework projects.
• Strong lead—ship of crews and subcontractors on busy sites.
• Familiarity with GPS and construction layout technologies.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing day-to-day field operations.
• Overseeing crews, subcontractors, equipment and project schedules.
• Managing heavy earthwork, excavation and site development activities.
• Coordinating with Project Managers, Engineers and clients.
• Maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality and productivity.
• Reading plans, managing layout and keeping projects moving efficiently.
• Taking ownership of projects from mobilization through to completion.

Skills

Heavy civil construction

Site supervision

Earthwork experience

GPS

Construction layout tech

Team leadership

Tools

GPS

Construction layout tech

Job description

I’m working with an established and growing excavation and heavy civil contractor in the Stamford area that is looking to add an experienced Superintendent to its field leadership team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Superintendent who knows how to run challenging sitework and earthwork projects from the ground up.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading and managing day-to-day field operations
• Overseeing crews, subcontractors, equipment and project schedules
• Managing heavy earthwork, excavation and site development activities
• Coordinating with Project Managers, Engineers and clients
• Maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality and productivity
• Reading plans, managing layout and keeping projects moving efficiently
• Taking ownership of projects from mobilization through to completion

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience as a Superintendent within heavy civil, excavation or sitework construction
• Strong heavy earthwork experience is essential
• Demolition experience would be a strong advantage
• Experience using GPS and construction layout technology is highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of site logistics, equipment and field operations
• A hands-on leader who can manage crews and keep projects on schedule

This is a great opportunity to join a growing contractor where you’ll have real responsibility in the field and the chance to play a key role in delivering major excavation and sitework projects.