Job-site Superintendent - Civil Division

Dondlinger & Sons Construction Co. Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Dondlinger Construction Company in Wichita, KS is seeking a Job-site Superintendent - Civil Division to lead field operations on large-scale civil projects, including highway, bridge, and utility work.

Responsibilities include coordinating self-perform and subcontracted scopes, supervising field crews, and ensuring compliance with plans, schedules, and safety standards. Strong leadership and communication are essential, with a valid driver's license and willingness to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing large-scale civil projects.
• Experience supervising self-perform crews and subcontractors.
• Knowledge of earthwork, utilities, concrete, grading, paving, bridge/highway construction.
• Ability to read plans, specifications, and project schedules with clear direction to field personnel.
• Must have knowledge of OSHA Construction Standards.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Project Manager to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Manage self-perform and subcontracted scopes of work.
• Coordinate and supervise field crews, subcontractors, equipment, and daily construction activities.
• Maintain an organized, productive, and safe working environment.
• Provide status reports regarding production, anticipated challenges, labor needs, and project progress.
• Conduct scheduled subcontractor meetings, safety briefings, and daily coordination meetings.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations across all phases of the project.
• Monitor project quality to ensure work complies with plans, specifications, and company standards.
• Resolve project-related issues promptly to minimize impacts to project schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate inspections with owners, engineers, and regulatory agencies as required.
• Other miscellaneous duties as directed by the Civil General Superintendent.

Skills

Project leadership

Field supervision

Plan interpretation

OSHA knowledge

Communication

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/CE (preferred)

Tools

GPS machine control

Total stations

Construction layout tech

Job description

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13640503

Founded in 1898, Dondlinger Construction Company is a fourth-generation, employee-owned general contractor with more than 125 years of experience building the Midwest's infrastructure and communities. With offices in Wichita and Kansas City, Dondlinger provides commercial construction, bridge/heavy highway, underground utility, and earthwork services throughout Kansas.

Dondlinger Construction is an EEO Employer, women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Job Title: Job-site Superintendent - Civil Division

Job Summary

This position is responsible for managing field operations for self-performed, large-scale civil construction projects, including heavy highway, bridge, underground utility, earthwork, and other infrastructure projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Work alongside the Project Manager to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Manage and assist with self-performed and subcontracted scopes of work.
• Coordinate and supervise field crews, subcontractors, equipment, and daily construction activities.
• Maintain an organized, productive, and safe working environment.
• Provide status reports regarding production, anticipated challenges, labor needs, and project progress.
• Conduct scheduled subcontractor meetings, safety briefings, and daily coordination meetings.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations across all phases of the project.
• Monitor project quality to ensure work complies with plans, specifications, and company standards.
• Resolve project-related issues promptly to minimize impacts to project schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate inspections with owners, engineers, and regulatory agencies as required.
• Other miscellaneous duties as directed by the Civil General Superintendent.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing large-scale civil construction projects as a general contractor.
• Proven experience supervising self-perform crews, skilled trades, and subcontractors.
• Strong working knowledge of civil construction means and methods, including earthwork, underground utilities, concrete, grading, paving, bridge, or heavy highway construction.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and project schedules while providing clear direction to field personnel.
• Must have knowledge of and strict adherence to OSHA Construction Standards.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with project managers, engineers, inspectors, subcontractors, owners, and public agencies.
• Strong leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Must stay current on emerging industry trends, equipment, and construction technologies while pursuing continuous education.
• Must operate in a character consistent with company values (Skill, Integrity, and Responsibility) in the best interest of our clients.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Science, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Experience with GPS machine control, total stations, or other construction layout technology.
• OSHA 30 certification.