REEVES | Project Superintendent Augusta, GA

Reeves Construction Company; Augusta (GA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Reeves Augusta, part of the Colas USA family, seeks an experienced Project Superintendent with 10+ years in heavy civil construction, specializing in grading and earthwork and strong DOT knowledge. The role leads field operations, schedule, safety, and subcontractor coordination across all phases.

Overall supervision covers utilities coordination, paving, traffic control, and closeout, working with our utility and asphalt teams to deliver high-quality infrastructure projects in Georgia and

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive construction experience, with 5+ years in superintendent roles.
• Extensive grading/earthwork and DOT/public infrastructure project experience.
• Ability to read and interpret civil plans and survey data; strong OSHA knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field operations for grading, earthwork, drainage, and roadway construction.
• Develop and maintain the project schedule across grading, utilities, structures, and paving.
• Direct resources to meet production targets; manage subcontractors and safety.
• Coordinate with owners, inspectors, engineers, and stakeholders in the field.
• Oversee DOT compliance, pay item measurement, and documentation.
• Lead project closeout, final inspections, and as-built documentation.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication skills

Reading civil plans

DOT specifications knowledge

Education

OSHA 30-hour Certification

Job description

Reeves Construction Company, the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout the states North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Missouri and Arkansas has been a key partner in the infrastructure growth of the Southeast and Midwest since the company's founding in 1923. Reeves is a complete heavy civil highway and site development construction company dedicated to meet the specific needs of the roadway, airport, bridge, and military market. Reeves prides itself for its high company standards of safety, ethics, and performance. To learn more about Reeves visit www.reevescc.com.

Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company's value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.

Job Summary

Reeves Augusta is seeking an experienced Project Superintendent with 10+ years in heavy civil construction, with deep expertise in grading and earthwork and a strong working knowledge of DOT policies, specifications, and contract requirements. The Superintendent will serve as the senior field leader on assigned projects, responsible for schedule, cost, quality, safety, and subcontractor coordination across all phases of work. While grading and DOT work are the primary focus, this role will be involved in every facet of the project, including utilities coordination, paving operations, traffic control, and closeout, and will work alongside our existing utility and asphalt superintendents.

Main Responsibilities

Field Operations & Project Leadership

• Lead day-to-day field operations for grading, earthwork, drainage, and roadway construction.
• Develop and maintain the project schedule, sequencing work across grading, utilities, structures, and paving.
• Plan and direct equipment, labor, and material resources to meet production targets.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the owner, DOT inspectors, engineers, and project stakeholders in the field.
• DOT Compliance & Specifications
• Interpret and apply state DOT standard specifications, special provisions, and contract documents.
• Ensure work meets DOT requirements for compaction, moisture control, subgrade preparation, base and embankment placement, and tolerances.
• Manage testing coordination (density, moisture, proctors) and maintain compliant documentation.
• Prepare and review pay estimates, quantity tracking, change order requests, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain familiarity with DOT bid items, unit pricing, and measurement and payment criteria.
• Grading & Earthwork
• Oversee cut/fill operations, haul routes, stockpile management, erosion and sediment control, and stormwater compliance (SWPPP/NPDES as applicable).
• Read and verify plans, cross sections, and survey layouts; coordinate with survey crews for stakeout and grade verification.
• Evaluate site conditions and recommend means and methods to maximize productivity and minimize rework.
• Cross-Functional Coordination

Main Responsibilities Continued

• Coordinate with utility and asphalt superintendents on sequencing, access, and handoffs between trades.
• Manage subcontractors, including scope, schedule, safety compliance, and performance.
• Coordinate traffic control and maintenance of traffic (MOT) plans in active roadway environments.
• Monitor project budget, production rates, and cost codes; identify variances early and recommend corrective actions.
• Identify potential claims or change order opportunities and document them promptly and accurately.
• Maintain daily reports, RFIs, submittals coordination, inspection records, and as-built documentation.
• Enforce company and OSHA safety requirements; lead daily toolbox talks, site inspections, and incident investigations.
• Champion quality control practices and ensure punch-list items are resolved before closeout
• Lead project closeout, including final inspections, as-builts, warranty documentation, and final pay estimate coordination.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive construction experience, with at least 5 years in a superintendent or senior field leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience managing grading/earthwork and DOT or public infrastructure projects.
• Working knowledge of state DOT standard specifications, contract administration, and pay item measurement.
• Proven ability to read and interpret civil plans, specifications, and survey data.
• Strong understanding of OSHA 30-hour certification (OSHA 40-hour HAZWIC or equivalent preferred).
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between project sites.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, typically 50+ hours per week during peak season.
• Ability to walk job sites for extended periods, climb into equipment and on trenches or embankments (with appropriate PPE), and lift up to 50 lbs.

Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:

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