Traveling Bridge General Superintendent

Structural Technologies Strongpoint; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES is seeking a Traveling General Construction Superintendent to lead bridge and heavy civil projects in the Northeast. This role requires extensive travel and hands-on leadership of field teams on complex DOT and transportation infrastructure work.

You will oversee structural concrete operations, coordinate subs, develop look-ahead schedules, ensure safety, and align with Project Managers to deliver on-time, high-quality results across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Proven Superintendent experience on heavy civil, DOT, and bridge construction projects.
• Hands-on experience with structural concrete construction including forming, reinforcing steel, and placement.
• Ability to lead multiple crews and coordinate subcontractors on demanding schedules.
• Familiarity with DOT specs and field quality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead field operations on complex DOT, bridge, and heavy civil construction projects.
• Oversee structural concrete operations, including forming, reinforcing steel, and concrete placement.
• Manage Superintendents, Foremen, field crews, and subcontractors to ensure safe, efficient project execution.
• Develop look-ahead schedules, coordinate manpower and equipment, and maintain project milestones.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and field leadership on planning, production tracking, and project execution.
• Interpret construction drawings and DOT requirements to ensure quality and compliance.
• Champion Safety 24/7 and mentor field teams.
• Coordinate with owners, inspectors, engineers, and stakeholders to resolve field challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Project coordination

Field operations management

Safety leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Post-tensioning experience

Reading DOT specifications

Job description

STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES develops and integrates products, engineering support, repair and maintenance services to provide value-added solutions to owners, engineers and contractors. We provide specialty contracting services through our contracting companies, and state-of-the-art proprietary products and engineering support services through our technologies company. With over 2,500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets, we serve the Commercial, Public, Transportation Industrial, and Power markets to tackle the toughest construction challenges. STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES is the in-house engineering business line of Structural Group.

Traveling General Construction Superintendent - Heavy Civil / Bridges

VSL Civil | Northeast Region

Travel: Extensive travel throughout the Northeast

Are you an experienced Heavy Civil Superintendent with a strong background in DOT projects, bridge construction, and structural concrete?

VSL Civil , part of Structural Group, is seeking a Traveling General Construction Superintendent to lead complex bridge and transportation infrastructure projects throughout the Northeast.

As the exclusive U.S. licensee of VSL® post-tensioning systems, we specialize in the construction, repair, and strengthening of critical infrastructure. Our projects include large-scale concrete bridges, cast-in-place and precast segmental construction, cable-stayed bridges, bridge rehabilitation, structural repairs, and bridge lifting and bearing replacement.

What You'll Do

• Lead field operations on complex DOT, bridge, and heavy civil construction projects
• Oversee structural concrete operations, including forming, reinforcing steel, placement, and related construction activities
• Manage Superintendents, Foremen, field crews, and subcontractors to ensure safe, efficient project execution
• Develop look-ahead schedules, coordinate manpower and equipment, and maintain project milestones
• Partner with Project Managers and field leadership on planning, production tracking, and project execution
• Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and DOT requirements to ensure quality and compliance
• Champion our Safety 24/7 culture while mentoring and developing field teams
• Coordinate with owners, inspectors, engineers, and project stakeholders to resolve field challenges

What We're Looking For

• Proven Superintendent experience on heavy civil, DOT, and bridge construction projects
• Strong hands-on experience with structural concrete construction is required , including forming, reinforcing steel, and concrete placement
• Experience managing complex bridge construction, rehabilitation, or transportation infrastructure projects
• Ability to lead multiple crews, coordinate subcontractors, and manage demanding construction schedules
• Strong understanding of DOT specifications, construction drawings, and field quality requirements
• Experience with cast-in-place concrete, precast segmental erection, or bridge rehabilitation preferred
• Post-tensioning, cable-stay installation, or bridge jacking experience is a plus, but not required
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to travel or relocate to project sites for extended durations
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred

Why VSL Civil?

At VSL Civil, you'll lead challenging, high-profile infrastructure projects alongside experienced construction and engineering professionals. Backed by Structural Group's national resources and technical expertise, our teams deliver innovative solutions that make structures stronger and last longer.

Benefits

• We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k), paid holidays and vacation, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for career advancement.

Location & Travel

Supporting projects throughout the Northeast with extended project-based travel required.

VSL Civil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/M/F/D/V

Structural Technologies is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality. EOE/M/F/D/V