Structure Superintendent - Primoris Heavy Civil - Louisiana

Primoris Services Corporation; Louisiana; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with match

ESPP

Pet coverage

Legal assistance

Award-winning safety programs

Job summary

Primoris Heavy Civil in Louisiana seeks a Structure Superintendent to lead all on-site structural construction activities for heavy civil projects. You will supervise field personnel, coordinate with project management, and ensure safety, schedule, and budget adherence.

The role requires strong blueprint interpretation, team leadership, and expertise in bridges, foundations, and complex structures. You will drive quality control, prepare progress reports, and identify efficient methods to

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of progressive heavy civil construction experience.
• Experience with bridges, foundations, retaining walls, and complex civil structures.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, safety regulations, and quality control.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, specs, and project schedules.
• Excellent leadership and communication to manage a diverse team.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, schedules, and resources.
• Proficiency in construction management software and MS Office.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel across Louisiana.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all on-site structural construction activities, including concrete pouring, formwork, rebar, pile driving, and steel assembly.
• Develop and implement schedules for structural components aligned with overall timelines.
• Monitor progress, identify delays, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure adherence to safety policies and regulations with regular safety meetings.
• Interpret blueprints and drawings to ensure accurate execution of designs.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, subs, and suppliers for timely materials and services.
• Direct field personnel and provide guidance and feedback.
• Conduct quality control inspections to meet specs and standards.
• Prepare daily and progress reports and documentation.
• Identify efficient construction methods to optimize productivity and cost.
• Troubleshoot and resolve field issues promptly.
• Maintain care and maintenance of equipment and tools.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budget management

Reading blueprints

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Communication

Travel readiness

Tools

Construction management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview:

Job Summary:**

The Structure Superintendent will lead and oversee all structural construction activities for heavy civil projects in Louisiana, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role involves direct supervision of field personnel and coordination with project management.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage and supervise all on-site structural construction activities, including concrete pouring, formwork erection, rebar installation, pile driving, and structural steel assembly.
• Develop and implement project schedules for structural components, ensuring alignment with overall project timelines.
• Monitor daily progress, identify potential issues or delays, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure strict adherence to all company safety policies and procedures, as well as local and federal safety regulations, conducting regular safety meetings and inspections.
• Interpret blueprints, specifications, and construction drawings to ensure accurate execution of structural designs.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Manage and direct field personnel, including foremen, carpenters, laborers, and equipment operators, providing guidance and performance feedback.
• Conduct quality control inspections to ensure all structural work meets project specifications and industry standards.
• Prepare daily reports, progress reports, and other necessary documentation.
• Identify and implement efficient construction methods and technologies to optimize productivity and cost-effectiveness.
• Troubleshoot and resolve structural field issues and challenges in a timely and effective manner.
• Ensure proper care and maintenance of company equipment and tools used for structural work.

Job Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 -10 years of progressive experience in heavy civil construction.
• Proven experience with bridge construction, foundations, retaining walls, and other complex civil structures.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, safety regulations, and quality control procedures related to structural work.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, specifications, and project schedules.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively manage and motivate a diverse team.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and resources effectively.
• Proficiency in construction management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to various project sites across Louisiana.

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Company Overview:

Primoris Heavy Civil provides highway, port, airfield, rail and marine (intermodal transportation) construction services to private commercial and industrial clients as well as governmental entities such as the Department of Transportation and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Heavy Civil is comprised of six operating units that include North Louisiana Operations, South Louisiana Operations, Texas Operations, HMA Paving Operations, Concrete Paving Operations, and the Infrastructure Rehabilitation Unit.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
• Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
• 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Pet coverage for your furry friends.
• Legal assistance coverage.
• Award-winning safety programs.

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement:

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

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