Heavy Highway Superintendent - Safety-Driven Field Leader

Kokosing; Milford (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401K

Job summary

Kokosing is seeking a experienced field leader to supervise skilled trades on large Heavy Highway/Bridge projects. You will guide Foremen, maintain safety standards, and drive productive schedules while ensuring quality and profitability on site.

You will collaborate with the Operations Manager and Project Engineers to align on goals, manage crews, and coordinate resources. Strong leadership, planning skills, and effective communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent technical experience progressing through the ranks as a Journeyman to a Foreman to a Superintendent.
• 6+ years of similar construction Field Management experience.
• Roadway/Highway experience is preferred and a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage several Foremen on conducting work safely, productively, and focusing on quality.
• Set a Safety 24/7 culture for your crews.
• Assist the Project Manager in creating the project schedule.
• Develop 90-day and 3-week schedules for crews.
• Conduct pre-planning and goal setting with crews.
• Oversee costs associated with your work items.
• Coordinate manpower, heavy equipment, tooling and material needs for crews.
• Coordinate and schedule subcontractors.

Skills

Safety management

Team leadership

Project scheduling

Communication

Cost control

Subcontractor coordination

Pre-planning

Excel

Word

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Construction Management degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Kokosing is seeking a experienced field leader to supervise skilled trades on large Heavy Highway/Bridge projects. You will guide Foremen, maintain safety standards, and drive productive schedules while ensuring quality and profitability on site.

You will collaborate with the Operations Manager and Project Engineers to align on goals, manage crews, and coordinate resources. Strong leadership, planning skills, and effective communication are essential.