Site Superintendent (Civil Construction)

Jobot; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Company truck

Gas card

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Jobot in Philadelphia is seeking a Site Work Superintendent to lead union crews across multiple active job sites, ensuring site work is completed safely, on schedule, and in compliance with plans.

The role involves directing 3-15 union workers, coordinating utilities, grading, and paving, with a focus on safety and productivity. Strong leadership in a union setting is valued. Local travel to nearby projects may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience as Site Superintendent, Field Superintendent, or Senior Foreman
• Strong background in civil/site work (utilities, grading, excavation, paving)
• Proven ability to lead crews and manage field operations
• Comfortable in a union environment (superintendent role is non-union)

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations on excavation and site development projects
• Lead crews of approximately 3-15 union operators and laborers
• Direct and coordinate work involving: Site utilities, Storm sewer, Grading and earthwork, Asphalt paving, Layout and site coordination
• Enforce safety, quality, and productivity standards
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, and work sequencing
• Move between projects as work progresses across the Greater Philadelphia area

Skills

Leadership

Union environment experience

Field operations management

Team leadership

Job description

Job details:

Local union site contractor seeking a Site Work Superintendent to lead crews in the field

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kal Mayer

Salary: $90,000 - $135,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a well-established union site work contractor operating throughout the Greater Philadelphia region. Our work focuses on excavation, site utilities, grading, storm sewer, and paving for a variety of commercial and civil projects.

We are a long-standing company with strong local roots, consistent work, and an experienced field team. As our backlog continues to grow and several senior leaders approach retirement, we are expanding our superintendent team to support long-term operations.

Why join us?

• Long-term, career opportunity - not tied to a single project
• Local work - approximately 90% of projects are within 30 minutes of Philadelphia city limits
• Union environment with experienced crews
• Hourly position with overtime eligibility
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Full benefits package, including:
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Company truck
• Gas card
• Comprehensive benefits package

Job Details

The Site Work Superintendent will serve as the leader on the ground across multiple active job sites, directing union crews and ensuring site work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with plans and schedules.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily field operations on excavation and site development projects
• Lead crews of approximately 3-15 union operators and laborers
• Direct and coordinate work involving: Site utilities, Storm sewer, Grading and earthwork, Asphalt paving, Layout and site coordination
• Enforce safety, quality, and productivity standards
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, and work sequencing
• Move between projects as work progresses across the Greater Philadelphia area

Requirements:

• Experience as a Site Superintendent, Field Superintendent, or Senior Foreman
• Strong background in civil / site work (utilities, grading, excavation, paving)
• Proven ability to lead crews and manage field operations
• Comfortable working in a union environment (superintendent role is non-union)
• Leadership experience required; candidates newer to formal leadership will be considered if they demonstrate strong field command

Additional Information:

• This is a non-union supervisory role overseeing union labor and operators
• Superintendents direct work but do not self-perform manual labor
• Occasional work in nearby South Jersey or Northern Delaware may be required

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.