Superintendent – Concrete Construction

Tarlton Corp; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Long-term career growth

Safety-first culture

Job summary

Tarlton Corp is seeking an experienced concrete construction leader in St. Louis. The role requires managing on-site operations including coordinating crews and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in the field and demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills.

Enjoy competitive compensation, career growth opportunities, and the chance to work on impactful projects in a safety-first culture. Tarlton is committed to investing in their team and the local community.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of field supervision in concrete construction including forms, pours, finishing, and sequencing.
• Demonstrated ability to plan work, manage production effectively, and drive safety/quality outcomes.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to hold crews and trade partners accountable.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field operations for concrete work.
• Coordinate crews, formwork, pours, and finishing activities.
• Enforce safety standards and conduct regular site inspections.
• Track project progress and communicate risks to schedule or quality.

Skills

Concrete construction leadership experience

Strong field coordination skills

Clear communication

Problem-solving

Pride in quality work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Construction Management/Engineering or equivalent field experience

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Planning/scheduling tools

Job description

Why Tarlton

Tarlton is a St. Louis-based general contractor and construction manager specializing in complex, technically demanding projects across the Midwest. With deep regional roots and a reputation built on trust, teamwork, and repeat clients, we are known for taking on challenging work and delivering it safely, predictably, and with pride. We conduct our business with safety, quality, integrity, and enthusiasm—and our core values include building a safe and caring environment.

Your Role

Provide on-site leadership for concrete construction scopes, managing crews, subcontractors, sequencing, safety, and quality from pre-pour planning through placement and closeout.

What You'll Do

• Lead day-to-day field operations for concrete work
• Coordinate crews, formwork, pours, finishing, and curing activities
• Maintain look-ahead schedules and plan manpower, equipment, and materials
• Enforce safety standards and conduct regular site inspections
• Review drawings and resolve constructability issues with project teams
• Track progress and communicate schedule or quality risks

What You Bring

• Concrete construction leadership experience and strong field coordination skills
• Ability to lead crews and hold trade partners accountable
• Clear communication, problem-solving, and pride in quality work

Experience

• 5+ years of field supervision in concrete construction (forms, pours, finishing, sequencing).
• Demonstrated ability to plan work, manage production, and drive safety/quality outcomes.

Education & Certifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Construction Management/Engineering or equivalent field experience preferred.
• OSHA 30 strongly preferred/required for supervisory roles; competent-person certifications as applicable.

Tools & Software

Procore and Microsoft Office proficiency; ability to use planning/scheduling tools (look-ahead planning).

• Primarily on an active project site and/or jobsite trailer; frequent walking of work areas and coordination with multiple trades.
• May require Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), exposure to weather and loud environments, and occasional lifting/moving of 25–50 lbs. Work hours may vary by project.
• This role may require shifts or extended hours depending on project demands, including evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Travel may be required based on project assignment. Projects are primarily within the St. Louis region, with flexibility and readiness to support work outside the local market as Tarlton expands.
• Leadership & Team Development: Provides clear direction, sets expectations, holds others accountable, and develops team members through coaching and support
• Stand Behind Our Word and Work: Follows through on commitments, takes ownership of results, and ensures work meets high standards of quality and professionalism
• Cultivate Clients for Life: Builds trust-based relationships through responsiveness, clear communication, and understanding of client needs
• Build a Safe and Caring Environment: Promotes a safety-first culture, proactively manages risks, and looks out for others
• Gets the Job Done: Takes ownership, removes obstacles, prioritizes effectively, and drives work forward to achieve results
• Communication and Collaboration: Communicates clearly and works effectively across teams to build trust and alignment
• Develops and Adapts: Seeks feedback, learns from experience, and adjusts to changing conditions and project needs

Why You’ll Like Working Here

• Complex, high-impact projects with experienced teams
• Strong partnership between field and project management
• Safety-first culture and high standards of quality
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and long-term career growth
• A company proud to be STLMade and invested in the region

Let’s Build Together

If you’re interested in working on challenging projects with a collaborative, experienced team, we encourage you to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tarlton is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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