Mechanical Superintendent - Heavy Civil Construction

McMillen Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Superintendent to lead heavy civil projects, focusing on moveable bridges and hydropower facilities. With a commitment to safety and quality, this role demands a detail-oriented leader who can motivate teams and manage complex construction challenges. You'll oversee project workflows, maintain documentation, and ensure strong relationships with subcontractors and clients. This position requires 100% travel, offering a competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits, including a company vehicle and opportunities for professional growth. Join a team dedicated to shaping the future of water resources and infrastructure.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

20 days of PTO

Company truck or vehicle allowance

Wellness reimbursement

Paid holidays

Stock ownership opportunity

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in moveable bridges and hydropower.
• Strong computer skills and scheduling software experience.
• Ability to motivate team members on site.

Responsibilities

• Enforce safety and quality control policies on site.
• Direct workflow consistent with project schedule.
• Maintain daily documentation of site activities.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Scheduling

Change management

Team motivation

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

MS Projects

Primavera

Job description

Design a career and build your future... Because it matters!

Mechanical Superintendent - Heavy Civil

McMillen, Inc. is looking for a Mechanical Superintendent with a minimum of 10 years of experience in moveable bridges, gates, dams, hydropower, bridges, and power plants.

Applicants should be extremely detail-oriented, organized, self-motivated and must have the ability to think out-of-the-box to find solutions to both routine and complex construction problems while continuing to push the project forward.

Prefer that applicants have experience on heavy civil projects including work around dams, hydro facilities, water/wastewater facilities, and fish hatcheries. Key attributes would include an understanding in dewatering, excavation, large diameter pipe installation, and complex concrete structures (either new build or restoration/renovation of existing structures).

This position requires 100% travel.

Responsibilities:

• Enforce safety and quality control policies among employees and subcontractors to ensure the project runs smoothly and on schedule.


• Direct work-flow consistent with the project schedule and communicate project priorities to office staff and subcontractors.


• Maintain a daily diary of all activities and site conditions and manage the punch list and closeout process for the job.


• Maintain a good working relationship with all subcontractors and clients.


• Ensure accurate daily documentation of work orders/tickets and understand subcontractor scope of work to avoid unnecessary change orders.

Qualifications:

• 10 - 15 years of experience in moveable bridges, gates, dams, hydropower, bridges, and power plants.


• Must have a great attitude and the ability to motivate team members on site


• Strong scheduling background


• Change management background


• Must have strong computer skills and should have experience in working on Microsoft Office related programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook


• Must have experience working with scheduling software such as MS Projects, Primavera, or other applicable programs


• Travel is required 100% (company pays per diem for travel 70+ miles away from home)

Compensation Package:

• Pay Range: 107,120 - 133,900 (DOE)


• Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, 20 days of PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement. Mechanical Superintendents assigned to projects more than 70 miles from their residence are eligible for subsistence and home leave benefits. We also offer a company truck or vehicle allowance, along with mobile phone options.

Who we are: McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. As an employee-owned firm, we take pride in every project because we know our work truly matters. Our people thrive on solving complex challenges, pushing boundaries, and refining their craft. We don't look for the complacent or the comfortable. We seek problem solvers, innovators, and experts who are always striving to be better. We support continuous learning, cutting-edge technology, and a balanced work-life environment so our employees can build careers they're proud of.

We are focused in the dams, energy, fisheries, natural resources, and infrastructure markets. With staff across the United States, Canada, Europe, and beyond, we bring global best practices to our clients. Our people integrate engineering, environmental, and construction expertise to deliver practical, results-driven outcomes. From concept to completion, projects are guided through feasibility studies, permitting, design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring technical precision and real-world functionality.

EEO: McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.

No recruiters, please.