Superintendent - Earthworks

FlatironDragados; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation package

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

FlatironDragados seeks an experienced Superintendent to lead heavy civil construction projects in Augusta, GA. You will manage earthworks, grading, and scheduling, while coordinating with crews, engineers, and utility partners to ensure safety and compliance with contract drawings.

The role requires strong leadership, a track record of meeting demanding schedules, and the ability to mentor field teams. A Bachelor’s degree is a plus, and STS certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of heavy civil construction experience focused on earthworks and grading.
• 7+ years in construction management leadership.
• Bachelor's Degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan work methods, materials, equipment needs, and schedules for assigned projects.
• Review project specifications and coordinate with crews, field engineers, and utilities.
• Coordinate with internal and external teams to ensure equipment and materials meet project needs and budgets.
• Forecast schedules and provide scheduling recommendations to mitigate issues.
• Identify and address project risks, safety, and site documentation requirements.

Skills

Earthworks

Grading

Leadership

Scheduling

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

STS certification

Job description

Are you an experienced leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality results. As a Superintendent, you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of our construction projects. Your expertise in scheduling, coordinating, and supervising production and workforce will ensure that every task is executed seamlessly and efficiently.

Collaborate with industry experts and committed teams to ensure project compliance with contract drawings and specifications.

What You Will Be Doing

• Plan work methods, materials, equipment needs and work schedule for assigned project work. Reviews daily work schedule with direct reports and updates monthly schedule from project feedback.
• Reviewsand understands the project specifications to support job set up activities. Works with work crews, field engineers and local utility companies to identify hazardous areas on job site. Working with multiple job sites and multiple project plans, when necessary.
• Coordinate with internal equipment team and external vendors to ensure that project work is equipped with appropriate equipment and material quantities to complete production within assigned budget and schedule.
• Forecast the work schedule to identify possible issues and provides technical or scheduling recommendations to mitigate production issues.
• Provide technical input to identify and resolve project risks including construction methods, work plan and material requirements, safety and schedule activities. Documents daily activities and meeting notes using Company approved document methods.
• Support and promotes strict adherence to safety and process controls regarding operating equipment, worksite safety and documentation requirements.
• Supervise sub-contractor production and workforce regarding assigned project work. Recommends work schedule or work method adjustments regarding sub-contractor activities, as needed.

What We Are Looking For

• 10+ years of heavy civil construction experience required with a focus on Earthworks & Grading.
• 7+ years construction management experience required.
• Bachelor's Degree a plus.
• Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certification preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Strong written, verbal and presentation communication skills required.
• Strong leadership capability with internal drive to mentor and grow internal talent.
• Proven ability to manage difficult schedules and project demands while maintaining strict adherence to project safety program.
• Advanced knowledge of construction site equipment operation and maintenance requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of construction site safety protocols and proven ability to enforce project safety programs.
• Knowledge and understanding of local union or prevailing wage rules.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret standards and contract specific plans and specifications.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistics, and fundamentals geometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Why work for us

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.