Project Superintendent

Metric Geo; Lunenburg (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night-shift differential

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Education reimbursement

Career progression opportunities

Community engagement programs

Job summary

Metric Geo seeks a Heavy Highway Construction Supervisor in Massachusetts to lead field operations and coordinate crews and subcontractors. This full-time, night-shift role focuses on safety, productivity and profitability on highway projects across the state.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in heavy highway supervision, MassDOT experience preferred, and the ability to read plans, manage reports and drive project performance. Career growth is emphasized.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of heavy highway construction supervision experience.
• MassDOT project experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to interpret construction documents and read plans.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field operations and coordinate crews, subcontractors, vendors and equipment.
• Ensure OSHA/MUTCD/MassDOT safety compliance and quality.
• Develop and monitor project schedules and cost performance.
• Maintain reports, time records and quantity reconciliations.
• Support estimating and bidding efforts for future projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Project coordination

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma

Construction management degree preferred

Tools

MassDOT specs

Reading plans & blueprints

Job description

Heavy Highway Superintendent | Massachusetts | Night Shift | Full-Time

Are you an experienced heavy highway construction professional looking for your next opportunity with an established construction organisation?

We’re seeking a Heavy Highway Construction Supervisor to lead field operations, coordinate crews and subcontractors, and drive safety, quality, productivity and profitability across highway construction projects throughout Massachusetts.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of project delivery, work closely with project managers, and contribute to a growing team with clear opportunities for professional development and career progression.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Lead and coordinate daily field operations, including crews, subcontractors, vendors and equipment.
• Maintain strict compliance with OSHA, MUTCD, MassDOT and applicable safety requirements.
• Develop, communicate and monitor project schedules, ensuring work is delivered safely, on time and to specification.
• Take ownership of project financial performance, production rates, job costing and profitability.
• Monitor daily progress, quantities, labour, equipment utilisation and subcontractor performance.
• Review job cost reports and production trends, implementing improvements where necessary.
• Coordinate materials, equipment, trucking and purchase orders to support project delivery.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, time records, cost documentation and quantity reconciliations.
• Manage contract compliance and communication with customers, project managers and subcontractors.
• Support estimating and bidding activities, with opportunities to contribute to future project planning.
• Train and develop crew members, promoting a culture of accountability, safety and quality.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of heavy highway construction supervision experience.
• Previous MassDOT project experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of MassDOT specifications, construction plans and contract documents.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret construction documents, maintain accurate reports and analyse project performance.
• Experience coordinating crews, subcontractors, equipment and materials.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; a degree or further education in construction management or civil engineering is preferred.
• Basic surveying knowledge and the ability to read plans and blueprints are advantageous.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive compensation package based on experience.
• Additional night-shift differential and bonus potential.
• Paid time off, holidays and sick leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan with Roth option and a 5% company match.
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Education reimbursement and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunities for internal promotion and long-term career growth.
• Employee discounts and community engagement programmes.

Interested?

If you have a strong background in heavy highway construction and are ready to take ownership of field operations, safety, production and project performance, we’d like to hear from you.