Lead Structural Superintendent – Bridges & Civil

Ames Construction; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ames Construction is seeking a Structures Superintendent for Farmington, NM projects. You will coordinate on-site structural scopes, supervise crews and subcontractors, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence on complex civil structures.

The role requires extensive experience in concrete and steel, strong leadership, and ability to read complex drawings. Travel to nationwide projects is expected as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical/trade certification or AS/BS in construction management or civil engineering preferred.
• Seven or more years of structural/concrete construction experience, with at least three years in a supervisory role.
• Proven experience across cast-in-place concrete, formwork systems, reinforcing steel, structural steel erection, and/or bridge/heavy civil structures.
• Strong knowledge of structural systems, concrete/steel construction methods, formwork engineering, and applicable codes (ACI, AISC).
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, specifications, and shop drawings.
• Proficiency with scheduling tools (Primavera P6, Microsoft Project) and field/project management software (Procore, Bluebeam).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Solid understanding of OSHA standards and construction safety practices.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee daily structural field operations, including self-perform crews and structural subcontractors.
• Coordinate sequencing and installation of structural systems with other trades to maintain workflow and schedule.
• Interpret and enforce compliance with drawings, specifications, submittals, and shop drawings.
• Oversee concrete placement operations, including formwork inspection, rebar verification, pour planning, finishing, and curing.
• Manage material deliveries, staging, crane/rigging plans, and equipment logistics to support production.
• Develop and maintain short-interval (look-ahead) schedules for structural scopes in coordination with the project schedule.
• Identify constraints, resource needs, and potential delays; communicate solutions to the project team.
• Track production rates and labor productivity against budget and schedule.
• Collaborate with Project Manager, Superintendents, engineers, and subcontractors to resolve field conflicts and RFIs.
• Participate in coordination and BIM/clash-detection meetings to prevent installation conflicts.
• Document daily field activities, manpower, equipment usage, and progress through daily reports.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop field crews, foremen, and apprentices.
• Manage crew assignments, workforce planning, and performance in the field.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and respectful work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Reading drawings

Team mentoring

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Trade certification / AS/BS in CM or Civil Eng

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

Ames Construction is seeking a Structures Superintendent for Farmington, NM projects. You will coordinate on-site structural scopes, supervise crews and subcontractors, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence on complex civil structures.

The role requires extensive experience in concrete and steel, strong leadership, and ability to read complex drawings. Travel to nationwide projects is expected as needed.