Lead Superintendent, Heavy Civil Construction

sstjobs; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 4% company match

Company pays health insurance costs (N

Dental, vision, short-term disability,

Life insurance policy

Company vehicle

Cell phone reimbursement

Two weeks PTO after 90-day probation

PTO increases with tenure

Annual bonus

Job summary

Superior Skilled Trades is partnering with a company in the Southeast to hire a Superintendent for heavy civil construction and site development projects. The role requires overseeing field operations, supervising crews, and ensuring safety, quality, and on-time completion across multiple sites.

The ideal candidate has proven leadership, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage personnel, equipment, and client relationships while maintaining compliance with OSHA/MSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Superintendent in heavy civil construction or site development.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and crews simultaneously.
• Knowledge of OSHA/MSHA regulations and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all field operations for grading, excavation, and site development projects.
• Lead and support multiple Foremen, Lead Men, and field crews across several active jobsites.
• Ensure all projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with OSHA/MSHA regulations and company policies.
• Promote and maintain a strong “Safety First” culture throughout operations.
• Manage project schedules, production goals, manpower, equipment, and materials.
• Attend client meetings, pre-construction meetings, and project coordination meetings.
• Coordinate with Project Engineers to ensure materials, layouts, and project timelines are completed on schedule.
• Schedule equipment deliveries, subcontractors, and construction materials.
• Communicate project scope, schedules, and expectations with field leadership teams.
• Perform random jobsite safety inspections and ensure erosion control compliance.
• Maintain MSHA compliance documentation and ensure records/training are current.
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and training field personnel.
• Review and submit project billing information, timesheets, fuel logs, load counts, and related documentation.
• Maintain organized project files including change orders, material tracking, and production records.
• Conduct inspections of vehicles, equipment, and jobsites to ensure safety and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Field operations management

Safety compliance

Tools

GPS machine control

Surveying equipment

Job description

Superior Skilled Trades is partnering with a company in the Southeast to hire a Superintendent for heavy civil construction and site development projects. The role requires overseeing field operations, supervising crews, and ensuring safety, quality, and on-time completion across multiple sites.

The ideal candidate has proven leadership, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage personnel, equipment, and client relationships while maintaining compliance with OSHA/MSHA standards.