Superintendent I (San Antonio, Texas) - Austin Bridge & Road

Austinindl; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

401K matching plan

Job summary

A major U.S.-based construction company in San Antonio is looking for an experienced Superintendent I to manage large-scale heavy civil construction projects, specifically in bridge structures and roadways. The ideal candidate will possess 7-10 years of experience, a strong grasp of substructure and superstructure construction, and knowledge of TxDOT specifications. This role involves leading concrete crews, ensuring safety compliance, and coordinating project activities for successful execution.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in heavy civil construction or related field.
• Experience in building substructure and superstructure.
• Ability to coordinate manpower and equipment efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Manage all scopes of work, including subcontracting and crew leadership.
• Coordinate manpower and equipment for crews of up to 50 workers.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and take ownership of safety initiatives.
• Review project documents and assess materials, manpower, and equipment needs.

Skills

Heavy civil construction experience

Leadership

Knowledge of TxDOT specifications

Manpower coordination

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Austin Industries is one of the nation’s largest, most diversified U.S.-based construction companies. With more than 7,000 employee-owners, Austin Industries provides nearly every type of civil, commercial and industrial construction services through the expertise of our operating companies: Austin Bridge & Road, Austin Commercial and Austin Industrial.

Austin Bridge & Road seeking 1 experienced Superintendent I - Bridge Structures and 1 experienced Superintendent I - Roadways to lead and manage large-scale heavy civil construction projects. This role involves overseeing multiple scopes of work, subcontracting, and leading concrete crews of 20–50 workers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in substructure and superstructure construction, deep knowledge of TxDOT specifications, and proven leadership in planning and execution.

Responsibilities for Bridge Structures:

• Manage all scopes of work, including subcontracting and concrete crew leadership
• Coordinate manpower and equipment for crews of 20–50 workers
• Develop and implement long-term planning strategies
• Communicate effectively with engineering and project management teams
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and take ownership of safety initiatives
• Review project documents, submittals, and schedules to assess materials, manpower, and equipment needs
• Plan jobsite layout, security, office trailers, and utility setups with the project manager
• Designate areas for cranes, hoists, material storage, and parking
• Supervise field engineers in initial site survey and layout, ensuring accuracy before foundation
  work begins
• Inspect ongoing field work for quality and uniformity, addressing deficiencies promptly
• Assist project manager in schedule, cost evaluations, and labor projections, adjusting plans as needed to maintain timeline
• Monitor equipment use and costs, assisting in the development of equipment projection charts
• Schedule and manage governmental inspections for certificate of occupancy
• Maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, consultants, and other stakeholders, resolving issues through direct negotiation
• Foster training and development of subordinates through on-the-job and external learning opportunities
• Lead career planning, merit increases, and promotions for project staff
• Oversee project close-out tasks, including punch lists and as-built documents

Responsibilities for Roadways:

• Lead and manage crews of 20+ workers on roadway projects
• Oversee dirt and grading operations, subgrade preparation, and line stabilization
• Manage traffic control and MOT (Maintenance of Traffic) setups
• Supervise milling and overlay operations
• Coordinate and manage equipment fleet in the field
• Ensure compliance with TxDOT specifications and inspection processes
• Own all safety responsibilities and enforce safety standards
• Plan and schedule daily and weekly activities to meet project goals
• Supervise field engineers in initial site survey and layout, ensuring accuracy before foundation
  work begins
• Inspect ongoing field work for quality and uniformity, addressing deficiencies promptly
• Assist project manager in schedule, cost evaluations, and labor projections, adjusting plans as needed to maintain timeline
• Monitor equipment use and costs, assisting in the development of equipment projection charts
• Schedule and manage governmental inspections for certificate of occupancy
• Maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, consultants, and other stakeholders, resolving issues through direct negotiation
• Foster training and development of subordinates through on-the-job and external learning opportunities
• Lead career planning, merit increases, and promotions for project staff
• Oversee project close-out tasks, including punch lists and as-built documents

Qualifications:

• Experience: 7–10 years in heavy civil construction or related field
• Proven experience in building substructure and superstructure
• Strong knowledge of TxDOT specifications and inspection processes
• Ability to coordinate manpower and equipment efficiently

Knowledge of local subcontractor market in Texas

• Understanding of production rates and sequencing of work
• Design-Build experience is a huge plus
• No degree required; hands-on experience is essential

Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED or higher
• Valid driver’s license
• Requires working outdoors at times in the rain or snow and during cold, warm, and hot temperatures
• Must be able to work on call as needed
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin Bridge & Road is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position

Benefits & Compensation

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan.We are proud to be a 100% Employee Owned Company (ESOP)!To learn more about our employee-ownership structure, please go to https://www.austin-ind.com/our-company/100-employee-owned .

Austin Bridge & Road is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

A leader in the heavy highway and transportation industry for more than 100 years, Austin Bridge & Road delivers asphalt and concrete services, and builds landmark projects such as complex highway interchanges, tollways, runways, bridges, rail projects, and water/wastewater facilities.

This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy.The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (i.e., payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement) .

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