Steel Construction Superintendent

Jobtome; Old Saybrook (CT); On-site; USD 175,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Corporate housing

Job summary

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is seeking an experienced Steel Construction Superintendent for a direct-hire, onsite role in the Greater Madison area. The ideal candidate has extensive steel erection experience and can lead field teams while coordinating with PMs, engineers, and suppliers.

Corporate housing is available for the right candidate. You will oversee steel erection, ensure quality and safety, manage schedules, and resolve field issues.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in civil or structural construction with a focus on steel erection.
• Proven experience as a superintendent or foreman on steel-intensive projects.
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, shop drawings, and specifications.
• Familiarity with AISC standards, steel erection sequencing, and rigging practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the erection of structural and miscellaneous steel components.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery and accurate installation.
• Oversee daily field operations, monitor labor productivity, equipment usage, and safety compliance.
• Ensure steel erection meets quality standards and project specifications; conduct inspections and verify tolerances.
• Develop and maintain schedules for steel activities in coordination with overall project timelines.
• Enforce site safety protocols and promote a strong safety culture on steel crews.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Reading drawings

Scheduling

Safety management

Education

OSHA 30 Certification

NCCER Steel Erection Certification

Tools

Construction management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

JSG is seeking an experienced Steel Construction Superintendent for a direct hire, onsite position for our client in the Greater Madison area. Must have extensive experience with steel intensive projects and our client is offering corporate housing Mon. - Fri. for the right individual.

Job Description

• Steel Work Oversight: Supervise and coordinate the erection of structural and miscellaneous steel components, including beams, columns, trusses, braces, stairs, railings, and connections.
• Project Coordination: Collaborate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery and accurate installation of steel materials.
• Site Management: Oversee daily field operations specific to steel work, monitor labor productivity, equipment usage, and safety compliance.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure steel erection meets all quality standards, codes, and project specifications. Conduct inspections and verify tolerances, alignments, and connections.
• Scheduling & Planning: Develop and maintain short-term and long-term schedules for steel activities in coordination with overall project timelines.
• Safety Compliance: Enforce site safety protocols and promote a strong safety culture among steel crews. Ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
• Problem Solving: Proactively identify and resolve field issues related to steel erection, including clashes, fabrication errors, or design discrepancies.
• Documentation: Maintain daily reports, logs, and inspection records. Track progress against the schedule and document delays or issues as needed.
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as a key liaison between field crews, project management, and design teams related to steel construction activities.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in civil or structural construction with a focus on steel erection.
• Proven experience as a superintendent or foreman on steel-intensive projects.
• In-depth knowledge of structural steel systems, drawings, welding, and bolting standards.
• Proven experience on movable bridge projects (bascule, swing, or lift bridges required).
• Familiarity with AISC standards, steel erection sequencing, and rigging practices.
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, shop drawings, and specifications.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• OSHA 30 Certification (preferred).
• NCCER or other steel erection certifications (a plus).
• Proficiency in construction management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Civil infrastructure projects such as bridges, industrial facilities, or heavy civil works.
• Coordinating steel with concrete and other trades on complex sites.
• Working with union and non-union labor forces.

Salary Range: $175k - $250k DOE - Corporate housing available M-F #D800

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.