Superintendent

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Opportunities for skill development

Job summary

Ledcor Construction, Inc. is looking for a Superintendent in New Orleans to lead daily field operations for communication network projects. You will ensure that all activities meet safety standards and project timelines, coordinating labor and resources effectively.

The ideal candidate will have construction supervisory experience, knowledge of fiber installation methods, and excellent communication skills. Join our team and contribute to building the networks of tomorrow!

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of construction supervision experience.
• Knowledge of underground fiber installation methods is a plus.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field operations, ensuring projects are on schedule and budget.
• Champion site safety and enforce standards.
• Monitor schedules and track progress to meet milestones.
• Supervise craft workers and subcontractors.

Skills

Construction supervision

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Knowledge of underground fiber installation

Education

Two-year college, trade, or technical diploma

Job description

Description

Ledcor Technical Services has been building and servicing communication networks for customers across North America since 1979. We customize solutions to best meet our clients’ needs and act as a key partner by delivering exceptional quality, reliability, and safety in all that we do.

As a Superintendent with Ledcor Technical Services, you will lead daily field operations, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will execute project plans and schedules, uphold site safety and quality control, and manage the work of field staff, contractors, and tradespeople.

Join our True‑Blue team today and help build the networks of tomorrow!

Essential Responsibilities

• Ensure all construction activities comply with approved plans, specifications, shop drawings, building codes, and established quality standards, including oversight of PQP requirements and testing.
• Champion site safety by enforcing corporate and regulatory standards, leading safety meetings, and supporting the development of the Project Specific Safety Program (PSSP).
• Monitor short‑term schedules, estimate activity durations and material needs, and track progress to meet project milestones and completion dates.
• Direct field staff and coordinate labor, equipment, and subcontractor resources to achieve project goals related to safety, schedule, and quality.
• Supervise craft workers and subcontractors, providing guidance and maintaining accountability for performance and site expectations.
• Manage procurement tasks such as preparing purchase requisitions and reviewing supplier and subcontractor invoices.

Qualifications

• One to five years of construction experience as a supervisor, lead hand, or in a similar supervisory role.
• Knowledge of underground fiber installation methods is a plus (plow and horizontal directional drill, HDD).
• Two‑year college, trade, or technical diploma (preferred).
• Understanding of current construction practices, documents, costs, and budgets.
• Ability to plan and manage project schedules, developing solutions for moderate situations within defined guidelines.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders while building and managing a diverse team.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Military experience equivalent to 12N Horizontal Construction Engineer and/or 12H Construction Engineering Supervisor.

Working Conditions

• Able to meet the physical requirements of the position which involves sitting, standing, bending, climbing, lifting (up to 50 pounds), working at heights, and in all types of weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, etc.).
• This is a site‑based position that will require travel as needed to various Ledcor offices and project sites across multiple states.

Benefits

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental, and financial well‑being. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be a part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status or any other identifying characteristic, are encouraged to apply.

All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Ledcor participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.