Superintendent - Steel

Tutor-Perini-Corporation; Old Saybrook (CT); On-site; USD 175,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Tutor Perini Civil East, a JV, seeks a Superintendent - Steel to lead steel erection activities for our Connecticut River Bridge projects in Old Saybrook, CT. The role focuses on supervising structural steel work, coordinating with project teams, and enforcing safety on site.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in steel-heavy civil construction, strong leadership, and experience with movable bridges or complex steel connections, with OSHA 30 preferred.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in civil or structural construction with a focus on steel erection.
• Proven experience as a superintendent or foreman on steel-intensive projects.
• Knowledge of structural steel systems, drawings, welding, and bolting standards.
• Experience on movable bridge projects (bascule, swing, or lift bridges).
• Familiarity with AISC standards and rigging practices.
• Ability to read structural/shop drawings and specifications.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• OSHA 30 Certification preferred.
• NCCER or other steel erection certifications a plus.
• Proficiency in construction management software and MS Office.
• Experience coordinating steel with concrete and other trades.
• Experience working with union and non-union labor.

Responsibilities

• Oversee steel erection on site, coordinating beams, columns, braces, and connections.
• Collaborate with PMs, engineers, subs, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery and installation.
• Manage daily field operations, monitor labor productivity, equipment usage, and safety.
• Ensure erection meets codes and specs; inspect tolerances and alignments.
• Develop and maintain steel activity scheduling.
• Enforce safety protocols per OSHA and company standards.
• Resolve field issues like clashes or fabrication errors.
• Maintain daily reports, logs, and inspections; track progress.
• Liaise between field crews, PMs, and design teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Steel erection knowledge

Reading structural drawings

Project coordination

Safety management

OSHA 30 Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The expected salary range for this position is $175,000 - $250,000 depending on experience

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future

Tutor Perini Civil East, a JV, is seeking a Superintendent - Steel to join our Connecticut River Bridge team at. Old Saybrook, Ct. About Tutor Perini Corporation Extraordinary Projects, Exceptional Performance

The world relies on infrastructure — to ensure public safety, maintain a quality of life and support a healthy economy. For more than a century, Tutor Perini Corporation’s family of civil construction companies has supported the development and maintenance of infrastructure across our great nation. We construct and rehabilitate highways, bridges, tunnels, mass-transit systems, and water management and wastewater treatment facilities. In short, we help our clients make “public works” work. Our corporate integrity, financial strength and outstanding record of performance makes us an attractive partner on large, sophisticated infrastructure projects.

From coast to coast, notable projects include The Purple Line (D Line) Extensions in Los Angeles, SR 99 Viaduct replacement tunnel in Seattle, East Side Access projects and the Hudson Yards Platform in New York, Central Subway Third Street Light Rail in San Francisco, and multiple airport expansions and bridge projects.

At Tutor Perini Civil you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of large, high-profile, projects that impact your community.

We are seeking an experienced Superintendent with a focus on steel construction to oversee and manage all on-site steel-related activities on civil construction projects.

Job Description

• Steel Work Oversight: Supervise and coordinate the erection of structural and miscellaneous steel components, including beams, columns, trusses, braces, stairs, railings, and connections.
• Project Coordination: Collaborate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery and accurate installation of steel materials.
• Site Management: Oversee daily field operations specific to steel work; monitor labor productivity, equipment usage, and safety compliance.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure steel erection meets all quality standards, codes, and project specifications. Conduct inspections and verify tolerances, alignments, and connections.
• Scheduling & Planning: Develop and maintain short-term and long-term schedules for steel activities in coordination with overall project timelines.
• Safety Compliance: Enforce site safety protocols and promote a strong safety culture among steel crews. Ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
• Problem Solving: Proactively identify and resolve field issues related to steel erection, including clashes, fabrication errors, or design discrepancies.
• Documentation: Maintain daily reports, logs, and inspection records. Track progress against the schedule and document delays or issues as needed.
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as a key liaison between field crews, project management, and design teams related to steel construction activities.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in civil or structural construction with a focus on steel erection
• Proven experience as a superintendent or foreman on steel-intensive projects
• In-depth knowledge of structural steel systems, drawings, welding, and bolting standards
• Proven experience on movable bridge projects (bascule, swing, or lift bridges required)
• Familiarity with AISC standards, steel erection sequencing, and rigging practices
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, shop drawings, and specifications
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• OSHA 30 Certification (preferred)
• NCCER or other steel erection certifications (a plus)
• Proficiency in construction management software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Civil infrastructure projects such as bridges, industrial facilities, or heavy civil works
• Coordinating steel with concrete and other trades on complex sites
• Working with union and non-union labor forces

OUR MISSION

We build critical infrastructure that creates a better world.

OUR VISION

We strive to be the preeminent full-service civil, building, and specialty contractor by delivering innovative, transformative projects through world-class execution. We are committed to creating lasting value for our customers, upholding the highest standards of safety and integrity, generating exceptional financial results and shareholder value, and fostering a culture where our employees thrive.

Tutor Perini builds extraordinary projects, which need exceptional talent. Join us, to help build the critical infrastructure that creates a better world.

Equal Opportunity Employer