Superintendent (Triple Hat)

G.M. Hill Engineering, Inc.; Rockville (MD); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k with match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

G.M. Hill Engineering, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Superintendent to lead on-site field operations on federal construction projects. This position combines the roles of Superintendent, Site Safety and Health Officer, and Quality Control Manager, ensuring that safety, quality, and compliance are maintained throughout each project.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction management, particularly on USACE projects, and will be responsible for overseeing activities, managing subcontractors, and ensuring adherence to safety standards. Additional duties include coordinating permits and maintaining communication with project teams.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years in construction management, safety, or quality control on federal projects.
• Certifications: OSHA 30, USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM-C), First Aid/CPR.

Responsibilities

• Oversee on-site construction activities ensuring safety, quality, and schedule compliance.
• Lead subcontractors and field teams to deliver high-quality work on time.
• Conduct safety meetings and produce Activity Hazard Analyses.

Skills

EM 385-1-1 safety standards

Procore

RMS/QCS

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Superintendent (Triple Hat) to lead on-site field operations on federal construction projects. This role combines the responsibilities of Superintendent, Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO), and Quality Control Manager (QAQC). The ideal candidate will have experience managing safety, quality, and field operations on USACE projects, with a strong understanding of EM 385-1-1 standards.

Benefits

We offer a generous benefits package with medical, dental, vision, voluntary life, company-paid short-term and long-term disability and life insurance, 401k with match, Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays and expense reimbursements paid weekly.

Key Tasks

• Oversee all on-site construction activities, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule compliance.
• Lead subcontractors and field teams to deliver high-quality work on time and within budget.
• Serve as the on-site SSHO, implementing the Accident Prevention Plan (APP), conducting safety meetings, and producing Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs).
• Act as the QAQC representative, conducting inspections, managing submittals, and ensuring compliance with project specifications.
• Write and submit daily reports, safety reports, and quality control documentation using Procore and RMS/QCS.
• Coordinate permits, resolve jurisdictional issues, and manage jobsite logistics.
• Conduct preparatory and initial quality control meetings with subcontractors and project teams.
• Monitor site safety through daily walkthroughs and weekly safety meetings.
• Maintain strong communication with project managers, subcontractors, and clients.
• Plan and manage work schedules, manpower, materials, and final punch lists.

Education and Training Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred.
• Experience: 5-10+ years in construction management, safety, or quality control on federal projects ($1M–$5M+).
• Certifications (Required or obtainable within 30 days of hire):
  • OSHA 30
  • USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM-C)
  • First Aid/CPR

Knowledge, Skills, and Competency Requirements

• Strong knowledge of EM 385-1-1 and OSHA 29 CFR 1926.16 safety standards.
• Proficient in Procore, RMS/QCS, MS Office, MS Project, and Outlook.
• Ability to read and interpret complex construction drawings (civil, structural, architectural, MEP).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Physically able to navigate construction sites and perform field inspections.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk uneven terrain and work in outdoor environments.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear.
• Occasionally required to climb, kneel, or lift up to 25 lbs.
• Visual acuity for reading plans and performing inspections.

Qualified applicants at GMHILL must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents and must meet client security requirements. Positions requiring security clearance are open to U.S. citizens only.

GMHILL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. GMHILL considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, family responsibility, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran's status, or any other legally protected status. The candidate selected must pass a thorough background check (including E-Verify), federal security clearance processes and comply with GMHILL’s Drug and Alcohol policy adhering to pre-employment, random, post-accident and for cause testing.