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Job summary
Commercial Contracting Corporation in Auburn Hills, Michigan, is seeking an experienced Civil Superintendent to lead self-perform civil construction including earthwork, utilities, and site development. You will coordinate field operations, manage crews, review plans, and drive safety, quality, and schedule performance.
The role demands a strong builder and mentor to grow CCC's Civil Group. We value safety, integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement, offering opportunity to influence
Qualifications
- Education and experience as a Civil/Superintendent in heavy civil.
- 10+ years of progressive civil construction experience including self-perform operations.
Responsibilities
- Lead all field operations for civil and excavation from mobilization to project completion.
- Develop and maintain short- and long-term work plans aligned with project schedules.
- Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and logistics to maximize productivity.
- Review drawings, specifications, contracts, utility plans, geotechnical reports, and project schedules to identify risks and opportunities.
- Collaborate with Project Management to develop execution plans and address challenges.
- Monitor daily production goals and implement corrective actions to maintain performance.
- Ensure milestones are achieved safely, on time, and within budget.
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TO IDENTIFY, HIRE, AND RETAIN THE VERY BEST PEOPLE.
KEEP PEOPLE SAFE: We must strive to protect our most valuable asset each & every day.
INTEGRITY: We're one team made up of people who are dependable & act with integrity.
HUMILITY: We are humble team players who prioritize the mission over personal ego.
DRIVE: Our people are passionate about their work, relationships, & success.
LOYALTY: We are dedicated to achieving the mission of each project & the overall company.
ATTITUDE: We will inspire others to be positive & overcome daily challenges to achieve our mission.
POSITION: SUPERINTENDENT - CIVIL
LOCATION: Auburn Hills, Michigan
Commercial Contracting Corporation (CCC) is seeking an experienced Civil Superintendent to provide field leadership for self-perform civil construction operations including excavation, earthwork, mass grading, underground utilities, site development, and related infrastructure improvements.
This role serves as the primary field leader responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing all day-to-day civil construction activities while ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contract requirements. The Civil Superintendent will work closely with Project Managers, clients, subcontractors, and project stakeholders to deliver successful project outcomes.
In addition to project execution responsibilities, this position will play an important role in helping expand CCC's growing Civil Group through operational excellence, team development, mentorship, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate is a strong builder and leader who wants to help drive the long-term growth of CCC's self-perform civil operations, not simply manage day-to-day construction activities.
- Lead all field operations for civil and excavation activities from mobilization through project completion.
- Develop and maintain short-term and long-term work plans that align with overall project schedules.
- Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and logistics to maximize productivity.
- Review drawings, specifications, contracts, utility plans, geotechnical reports, and project schedules to identify risks and opportunities.
- Collaborate with Project Management to develop execution plans and proactively address project challenges.
- Monitor daily production goals and implement corrective actions as necessary to maintain project performance.
- Ensure project milestones are achieved safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
Provide leadership for self-perform operations including:
- Site clearing and preparation
- Mass excavation and earthmoving
- Cut and fill operations
- Soil stabilization and compaction
- Fine grading and site balancing
- Underground utility installation
- Storm sewer
- Sanitary sewer
- Water main
- Utility structures
- Drainage systems
- Erosion control measures
- SWPPP compliance
- Site development and infrastructure work
- Champion CCC's safety culture and Lead by Example philosophy.
- Conduct daily safety meetings, site inspections, and job hazard analyses.
- Ensure compliance with all OSHA, excavation, trenching, confined space, and utility protection regulations.
- Verify work areas are maintained in a safe and organized manner.
- Investigate incidents, near-misses, and safety concerns while implementing corrective actions.
- Promote accountability and safe work practices among employees and subcontractors.
- Lead, mentor, and develop operators, laborers, grade checkers, pipe crews, foremen, and subcontractors.
- Establish a positive and collaborative project culture.
- Support employee growth through coaching, training, and performance feedback.
- Assist in identifying and developing future field leaders for CCC's Civil Group.
- Promote accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence across project teams.
- Ensure all work meets project specifications, engineering requirements, and company standards.
- Verify grades, elevations, utility alignments, and installation tolerances.
- Coordinate testing and inspections including compaction, density, materials, and utility testing.
- Review survey information and as-built documentation.
- Identify and resolve constructability concerns before they impact schedule or budget.
- Coordinate work sequencing with Project Management and other trades.
- Track daily productivity and production quantities.
- Anticipate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor needs.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce project costs.
- Maintain accurate daily reports and production documentation.
- Monitor labor productivity, equipment utilization, and material consumption.
- Provide input regarding project forecasts and production planning.
- Assist with quantity tracking and field cost controls.
- Review subcontractor performance and completed quantities.
- Identify efficiencies and opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Maintain strong working relationships with clients, inspectors, engineers, municipalities, and project stakeholders.
- Participate in project meetings and coordination sessions.
- Professionally represent CCC at all times.
- Support client satisfaction and repeat business efforts through exceptional project delivery.
- Support the continued growth and development of CCC's Civil Group.
- Share best practices and lessons learned across projects.
- Assist with planning, staffing, and operational improvements.
- Help strengthen CCC's reputation as a premier self-perform civil contractor.
- Contribute to a culture focused on safety, quality, productivity, and long-term growth.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in civil construction, excavation, site development, or heavy civil projects.
- Minimum 5 years in a field leadership role such as Superintendent, General Superintendent, or Foreman.
- Demonstrated experience managing self-perform civil construction operations.
- Proven experience with:
- Earthwork and grading
- Excavation
- Underground utilities
- Site development
- Infrastructure construction
- Experience on industrial, commercial, manufacturing, or heavy civil projects preferred.
Strong understanding of:
- Construction means and methods
- Excavation operations
- Soil classifications and geotechnical considerations
- Surveying and grade control
- Utility installation practices
- Trench safety requirements
- Drainage and stormwater systems
- Erosion control and SWPPP requirements
- Equipment capabilities and production rates
- Construction scheduling and sequencing
Proficiency with:
- Procore
- Bluebeam
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Project documentation and reporting software
- GPS machine control and civil layout technologies preferred
- OSHA 30-Hour Certification
- Valid Driver's License
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- Competent Person Certification
- Confined Space Training
- Utility Safety Training
- Safety Leadership
- Operational Excellence
- Team Leadership & Development
- Construction Planning
- Problem Solving
- Communication & Collaboration
- Production Management
- Quality Assurance
- Accountability
- Client Relationship Management
- Adaptability
- Continuous Improvement
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to walk uneven terrain and active construction sites.
- Ability to climb ladders, enter excavations, and navigate project environments safely.
- Ability to travel to project locations as required.
- Ability to comply with all safety and PPE requirements.
As a Civil Superintendent, you will have the opportunity to lead significant civil construction projects while helping shape the future growth of CCC's expanding self-perform Civil Group. This role offers a unique opportunity for a driven construction leader who wants to make a lasting impact through operational excellence, team development, and successful project execution.
Commercial Contracting Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.
Commercial Contracting Corporation (CCC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
IJC: CS CG 10092026
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