Lead Rail Construction Superintendent

American Track; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

North American Rail Solutions seeks an experienced Superintendent to lead a field team on railroad construction projects in a fast-paced environment. You will ensure on-time delivery, coordinate with engineers and subcontractors, and uphold safety standards.

Candidates should have 3+ years supervising construction and 5+ years in rail or heavy civil work, with high school diploma or GED and an associate's degree preferred. This is a full-time on-site role with flexible hours and overtime.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a construction supervisory role.
• 5+ years of experience railroad construction or heavy civil construction.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements (FMCSA, DOT, FRA) and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Enforce safety and quality control policies among employees and subcontractors to ensure the project runs smoothly and on schedule.
• Collaborate with engineers, subcontractors, supervisors and others to determine project needs.
• Maintain a daily diary of all activities and site conditions and manage the punch list and closeout process for the job.
• Provide front-line supervision of crew members and onsite feedback on their performance.
• Train other crew members upon hire and welcome the team.
• Monitor and report on project progress.
• Order the appropriate equipment and arrange for regular maintenance.
• Plan inspections and obtain construction permits from local authorities.
• Keep track of material stock and orders.
• Ensure the job site is safe, clean, and orderly.
• Resolve on-site issues and emergencies.
• Comply with company and federal rules, policies, and procedures – wear required safety equipment.

Skills

Safety compliance

Construction supervision

Rail maintenance operations

Project coordination

Microsoft Office

Time management

Team leadership

FMCSA/DOT knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in construction/business management

Job description

North American Rail Solutions seeks an experienced Superintendent to lead a field team on railroad construction projects in a fast-paced environment. You will ensure on-time delivery, coordinate with engineers and subcontractors, and uphold safety standards.

Candidates should have 3+ years supervising construction and 5+ years in rail or heavy civil work, with high school diploma or GED and an associate's degree preferred. This is a full-time on-site role with flexible hours and overtime.