Rail Construction Superintendent I - Onsite Lead

North American Rail Solutions; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

North American Rail Solutions (NARS) is seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead a dynamic team in a fast-growing, fast-paced environment. This role ensures projects are delivered on time and collaborates with engineers and subcontractors to determine project needs, while overseeing staff performance.

The Superintendent I follows quality standards and ensures site safety, with full-time hours including overtime, on call 24/7, and alternating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in construction/business management, or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of experience in a construction supervisory role.
• 5+ years of railroad construction or heavy civil construction experience.
• Experience operating heavy machinery.

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.
• Plans construction processes.
• Maintain a daily diary of all activities and site conditions and manage the punch list and closeout process for the job.
• Provides front‑line supervision of crew members and provides onsite feedback on their performance.
• Trains other crew members upon hire and welcomes 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, respond to and act on safety concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Project planning

Regulatory knowledge

MS Office

Team collaboration

Supervisory experience

Railroad/heavy civil experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in construction/business management

Job description

North American Rail Solutions (NARS) is seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead a dynamic team in a fast-growing, fast-paced environment. This role ensures projects are delivered on time and collaborates with engineers and subcontractors to determine project needs, while overseeing staff performance.

The Superintendent I follows quality standards and ensures site safety, with full-time hours including overtime, on call 24/7, and alternating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays.