Lead Field Superintendent - Heavy Civil

Idaho-Materials-; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical benefits

Retirement savings

Health and wellness programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Idaho Materials & Construction, a CRH Company, is seeking a Project Superintendent to oversee field operations for heavy civil projects in Idaho. You will lead crews, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure safe, on-time, on-budget delivery according to contract specs.

This role requires at least 5 years in heavy civil construction and 3+ years in supervision, with a high school diploma or higher and relevant degree preferred. CDL preferred; drug testing may apply; strong safety culture essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and heavy civil construction experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of heavy civil construction experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years in a supervisory or superintendent role preferred.
• Experience with earthwork, grading, utilities, excavation, asphalt paving, site development, roadway construction, or infrastructure projects required.
• Proven experience managing crews, subcontractors, schedules, and budgets.
• Will be subject to drug testing, medical exams and physical agility testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field operations on heavy civil construction projects.
• Coordinate and supervise foremen, operators, laborers, truck drivers, and subcontractors.
• Plan and schedule labor, equipment, and material resources to maximize productivity.
• Monitor project progress and adjust work plans to meet production goals.
• Ensure all work is performed according to plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections to verify quality, safety, and schedule compliance.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Estimators to support project planning and execution.
• Participate in project startup meetings and development of work plans.
• Track production, quantities, equipment utilization, and workforce performance.
• Assist with project scheduling and milestone tracking.
• Identify and resolve field issues that impact productivity, cost, quality, or schedule.
• Support change order documentation and project reporting efforts.

Skills

People leadership

Change leadership

Written communication

Math skills

Typing/Database skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate/Bachelor’s in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Equivalent combinations of education and experience

Job description

Idaho Materials & Construction, a CRH Company, is seeking a Project Superintendent to oversee field operations for heavy civil projects in Idaho. You will lead crews, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure safe, on-time, on-budget delivery according to contract specs.

This role requires at least 5 years in heavy civil construction and 3+ years in supervision, with a high school diploma or higher and relevant degree preferred. CDL preferred; drug testing may apply; strong safety culture essential.