Road Transportation Superintendent

Vertical Earth, Inc; Georgia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertical Earth, Inc. seeks a transportation construction superintendent to lead road projects in Georgia, ensuring GDOT compliance, schedules, and safety on site.

The role requires strong leadership, budget oversight, and the ability to manage multiple crews and subcontractors across locations. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in transportation construction, a bachelor’s in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, and proficiency with project management software and MS Office.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in transportation construction as superintendent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Eng or Construction Management preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GDOT specifications.
• Proficiency with project management software and MS Office.
• Willingness to travel to multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities on road construction projects.
• Ensure alignment with GDOT standards and schedules.
• Manage budgets, resources, and equipment allocation.
• Enforce safety procedures per OSHA and GDOT.
• Prepare reports, logs, and change orders.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Project management

MS Office

Problem solving

GDOT standards

Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil Eng

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and supervisory skills, a comprehensive understanding of GDOT guidelines, and a proven track record of successfully managing large-scale road projects.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Supervision: Supervise daily activities of our road construction and maintenance projects, including the schedules to ensure all work aligns with project goals, timelines, and GDOT standards. Work closely with our superintendents, project managers and subcontractors. Supervise daily equipment usage reports to increase efficiency

Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure all road work and construction activities meet GDOT standards, safety regulations, and quality control benchmarks. Address any discrepancies or quality concerns promptly

Budget & Resource Management: Oversee the budgets & schedules of assigned projects, manage resources, and ensure that materials and equipment are allocated efficiently to avoid cost overruns or project delays

Safety Management: Enforce safety procedures on job sites, ensuring compliance with OSHA and GDOT safety standards. Conduct safety meetings, hazard assessments, and on-site inspections to minimize risks

Regulatory Knowledge: Keep current on GDOT rules, policies, and best practices for road construction and maintenance. Ensure that all work performed complies with federal, state, and local regulations

Problem Solving & Issue Resolution: Identify potential project risks, delays, or challenges and implement corrective measures to keep projects on track and within budget

Documentation & Reporting: Experience with project record keeping, including daily logs, inspections, reports, and change orders

Qualifications

Experience: At least 3+ years of experience in transportation construction in a superintendent role, with a strong focus on road work projects. Proven ability to lead large-scale road construction projects

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred but not required

Skill

In-depth knowledge of GDOT specifications, policies, and procedures for road work.

Strong leadership, organizational, and team management/development skills.

Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing project needs.

Certifications: Relevant certifications in construction management, safety, or GDOT-specific training (e.g., GDOT Contractor Certification) are preferred

Bilingual (Spanish) a plus but not required.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work outdoors and inspect job sites in various weather conditions.

Working Conditions:

Full-time position with some flexibility required for evening or weekend work, depending on project deadlines.

Travel to multiple job sites may be required.

We are a Drug Free Workplace & an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.