Senior General Superintendent – Heavy Civil Megaproject

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 240,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group is seeking a General Superintendent to lead field construction on a major Fresno, California heavy civil program.

You will oversee earthwork, structures, civil and transportation scopes, driving safety, schedule, quality, and subcontractor performance across a multi-discipline team. The ideal candidate has 15+ years of construction experience, 10+ years as a superintendent on large projects, and proven success on $200M+ initiatives.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of construction experience
• 10+ years as a Superintendent on heavy civil projects
• Experience leading projects valued at $200M+
• Superintendent experience on bridge/highway/transit/large infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of U.S. construction methods and industry standards
• Experience working with City/State/Federal public agency clients
• Knowledge of labor relations, subcontract management, local trades, and union environments
• Proficient in construction software (MS Word/Excel/Bluebeam/Procore)
• OSHA Certification and First Aid certifications preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct discipline Superintendents across earthwork, structures, and civil construction operations
• Ensure all work is executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with plans and specifications
• Oversee field planning, scheduling, sequencing, logistics, manpower, and subcontractor coordination
• Enforce contract requirements, quality standards, and productivity expectations for crews and subcontractors
• Coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and site resources for maximum efficiency
• Provide technical field leadership including drawing interpretation, means and methods, and equipment recommendations
• Support project management with schedule development, site logistics plans, procedures, and documentation controls
• Drive implementation of the Site Specific Safety Plan and maintain strong field safety culture
• Coordinate daily with owner representatives, inspectors, agencies, and internal leadership teams
• Resolve field issues quickly to maintain uninterrupted progress
• Mentor and develop Superintendents, Foremen, and field leadership staff

Skills

15+ years construction

Senior superintendent experience

Large-scale projects

Bridge/Highway/Transit infra

Construction methods (US)

Public agency experience

Labor relations

OSHA/First Aid

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Bluebeam

HCSS HeavyBid

Procore

Job description

Job Title: General Superintendent – Heavy Civil Infrastructure

Location: Fresno, California
Salary Range: $240,000 – $290,000 (Based on Experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Project

Join one of California’s largest transportation infrastructure programs in the Central Valley. This landmark project includes a 32-mile corridor with major scopes such as roadway and railroad grade separations, viaducts, tunnel work, utility relocations, trench sections, roadway improvements, and a major river crossing.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced General Superintendent to lead field construction operations across multiple disciplines including earthwork, structures, civil, and transportation scopes. This senior leadership role is responsible for driving safety, schedule, quality, subcontractor performance, and daily field execution on a large-scale heavy civil project.

Key Responsibilities

✔ Lead and direct discipline Superintendents across earthwork, structures, and civil construction operations

✔ Ensure all work is executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with plans and specifications

✔ Oversee field planning, scheduling, sequencing, logistics, manpower, and subcontractor coordination

✔ Enforce contract requirements, quality standards, and productivity expectations for crews and subcontractors

✔ Coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and site resources for maximum efficiency

✔ Provide technical field leadership including drawing interpretation, means and methods, and equipment recommendations

✔ Support project management with schedule development, site logistics plans, procedures, and documentation controls

✔ Drive implementation of the Site Specific Safety Plan and maintain strong field safety culture

✔ Coordinate daily with owner representatives, inspectors, agencies, and internal leadership teams

✔ Resolve field issues quickly to maintain uninterrupted progress

✔ Mentor and develop Superintendents, Foremen, and field leadership staff

Qualifications

✔ 15+ years of construction experience

✔ 10+ years of experience as a Superintendent on heavy civil projects

✔ Experience leading projects valued at $200M+

✔ Prior superintendent experience on bridge, highway, transit, or large infrastructure projects

✔ Strong knowledge of U.S. construction methods, means and methods, and industry standards

✔ Experience working with City, State, or Federal public agency clients preferred

✔ Knowledge of labor relations, subcontract management, local trades, and union environments

✔ Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Bluebeam, HCSS HeavyBid, Procore, or similar construction software

✔ OSHA Certification and First Aid certifications preferred

✔ Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

✔ High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required

Preferred Background

✔ Large public works megaprojects

✔ Rail corridor or transportation infrastructure

✔ Bridges, structures, grading, roadway, and utility scopes

✔ California public agency experience

✔ Competitive executive-level compensation based on experience

✔ Opportunity to lead field operations on one of California’s most significant infrastructure projects

Apply Today

If you are a proven heavy civil field leader with major project experience, this is a rare opportunity to lead large-scale construction operations on a landmark program.