Senior Heavy Civil Construction Superintendent

Elitesi; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement plan, 401(k) match

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance/AD&D – Employer paid

Voluntary Insurance: Accidental, etc.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Sick Leave (PSL)

Job summary

Elite Surface Infrastructure, based in Englewood, CO, is hiring a Project Superintendent to lead heavy civil field operations on large-scale utility and infrastructure projects. You will supervise crews, manage safety, quality, and schedule, and coordinate with owners, inspectors, and subcontractors to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires 5–7 years of heavy civil field experience, strong leadership, plan reading, and familiarity with GPS machine control and HCSS systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Construction Management or related degree preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience in heavy civil construction field operations.
• Experience supervising crews and managing field production.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, equipment, and safety regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and grading plans.
• Experience with GPS machine control and grade checking preferred.
• Proficiency with field reporting software (HCSS HeavyJob or similar).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all field operations and daily production activities on assigned projects.
• Supervise and coordinate foremen, crew leaders, and field personnel.
• Ensure projects are built according to plans, specifications, and quality standards.
• Monitor daily production rates and maintain project schedules.
• Coordinate equipment, materials, and labor resources for optimal productivity.
• Enforce safety policies and maintain a safe work environment for all field personnel.
• Conduct daily toolbox talks and safety meetings with crews.
• Coordinate with Project Manager on project status, issues, and schedule updates.
• Review plans and specifications to identify field constructability issues.
• Manage subcontractor activities and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Track daily quantities, production, and labor hours using field reporting systems.
• Identify and communicate potential change orders and scope changes.
• Resolve field issues and make on-site decisions to maintain progress.
• Ensure proper installation and testing of utilities and infrastructure.
• Maintain positive relationships with owners, inspectors, and stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop foremen and crew leaders for career advancement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Blueprint reading

GPS machine control

Field reporting software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Construction Management or related degree preferred

Tools

HCSS HeavyJob

Job description

Elite Surface Infrastructure, based in Englewood, CO, is hiring a Project Superintendent to lead heavy civil field operations on large-scale utility and infrastructure projects. You will supervise crews, manage safety, quality, and schedule, and coordinate with owners, inspectors, and subcontractors to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires 5–7 years of heavy civil field experience, strong leadership, plan reading, and familiarity with GPS machine control and HCSS systems.