Superintendent - Heavy Highway Construction

Heidelberg Materials; Frazer District (MT); On-site; USD 107,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive

401(k) plan

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is a leading global supplier of building materials, with a focus on heavy/highway construction projects across North America. The role requires guiding projects from planning through closeout, ensuring safety, schedule adherence, quality, and profitability.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field with 5+ years of project management experience, plus strong leadership and communication skills for working with municipalities and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 5+ years of project management experience.
• Heavy/highway construction experience and knowledge of civil construction practices.
• Experience working with municipalities and navigating agency processes, permits, and coordination requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership, decision-making, and customer service skills in fast-paced field environments.
• Strong computer skills with word processing and spreadsheet software.

Responsibilities

• Lead heavy/highway construction projects from planning through closeout, ensuring safety, schedule adherence, quality, and profitability.
• Manage project documentation, change orders, and job cost impacts with clear scope-change communication.
• Oversee subcontractors and field operations to meet contract documents and cost requirements.
• Coordinate and lead project meetings with estimators, subcontractors, municipalities, and internal teams.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, municipalities, and agencies while delivering high service levels.
• Manage labor resources, including union coordination, staffing, and field direction, while supporting reporting and updates.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Civil construction

Contract administration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Line of Business: Other

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world’s largest suppliers of building materials, supporting the construction of roads, bridges, and essential infrastructure. Heidelberg Materials North America operates more than 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada, employing approximately 9,000 people who are committed to safety, operational excellence, and building strong customer partnerships.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead heavy/highway construction projects from planning through closeout, driving safety, schedule adherence, quality, and profitability.

• Manage project documentation, change orders, and job cost impacts, ensuring timely approvals and clear communication of scope changes.

• Oversee subcontractors and field operations to ensure compliance with contract documents and resolve issues that affect execution or cost.

• Coordinate and lead project meetings with estimators, subcontractors, municipalities, and internal teams to maintain alignment throughout the project lifecycle.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, municipalities, and governmental agencies while delivering a high level of customer service.

• Manage labor resources, including union coordination, staffing levels, and direction of field personnel, while supporting the Construction Manager with reporting and updates.

What Are We Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or a related field, or equivalent experience, with 5+ years of project management experience.

• Proven background in heavy/highway construction with strong knowledge of civil construction practices.

• Experience working with municipalities and navigating agency processes, permits, and coordination requirements.

• Demonstrated leadership, decision-making, and customer service skills in fast-paced, field-driven environments.

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet software.

• Valid driver’s license and flexibility to work extended hours, including nights and weekends, based on project needs.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary ($107,480 - $134,350) and participation in our annual incentive plan.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.

• Highly competitive benefits programs, including:

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