Traveling Bridge Superintendent

Structural Technologies; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Structural Technologies/VSL seeks a Traveling Construction Superintendent based in Dallas, TX, to lead field teams on large post-tensioned bridges and related structures. This role involves coordinating with Project Managers, ensuring site safety, and driving look-ahead planning and scheduling across projects.

Ideal candidates have heavy civil/bridge experience, ability to travel, read drawings, supervise managers, and communicate effectively with customers and crews.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent; a Bachelor's in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field may be preferred.
• Experience in heavy civil and bridge construction, CIP & Precast Segmental Erection, Cable Stay installation and post-tensioning is a plus.
• Ability to travel and/or relocate to projects for extended durations.
• Experience running multiple projects simultaneously (size/complexity depending).
• Proven ability to manage field managers and oversee divisional field operations; hands-on work may be required.
• Ability to read, interpret and execute construction drawings and contract specifications; resolve discrepancies.
• Commitment to safety and reliability in operating principles.
• Proven experience producing look-ahead schedules and using construction documents.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, crews, and project teams.
• Intermediate computer and construction math skills.
• Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work with Project Managers and leaders to oversee projects.
• Lead safety culture and 24/7 safety commitment.
• Lead pre-project and pre-task planning with CM/PM teams and share details with field crews.
• Motivate and coordinate teams; assign work according to material and labor needs.
• Ensure crews operate tools and equipment safely and productively.
• Provide training and assistance to field managers and crews.
• Assist PMs in evaluating production rates and scheduling.
• Complete essential paperwork clearly and accurately.
• Interview and hire field employees as needed.

Skills

Field supervision

Safety leadership

Scheduling look-ahead

Blueprint reading

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s in Construction Management or Civil Engineering (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

Structural Technologies/VSL is the exclusive licensee of VSL post-tensioning systems in the United States.

We are currently recruiting for a Traveling Construction Superintendent to be based out of our Dallas, TX office. Projects typically consist of large post tensioned bridges and other structures, cable stayed bridges, bridge inspections & repairs, bridge lifting & lowering.

As a successful candidate, you will also be responsible for:

• Working closely with Project Managers, Division Managers, and other leaders within VSL.
• Oversee and manage overall project safety and provide leadership to the Company's Safety 24/7 culture.
• Lead pre-project and pre-task planning activities with CM's & PM's, then disseminate planning details to field teams.
• Motivating team members to work together to accomplish tasks, coordinate work activities with other construction project activities and assign work to employees, based on material and worker requirements of specific jobs.
• Ensuring crews are operating all tools and equipment in a safe, proper, and productive manner.
• Providing training and assistance to field managers and crews in the performance of work-related tasks.
• Assisting Project Managers in evaluating various production rates related to the project.
• Completing all essential paperwork in a clear and accurate manner.
• Interviewing and hiring of new field employees.

Candidates who meet the following criteria may be considered for this exciting position based in our large Operations division:

• High school degree or equivalent. Candidates with a Bachelors degree in Construction management, Civil Engineering, or related field may be given preference.
• Prior experience in heavy civil and bridge construction projects, CIP & Precast Segmental Erection, Cable Stay installation and post tensioning experience would be a plus.
• Ability to travel and/or relocate to projects for extended durations.
• Previous experience running multiple projects simultaneously (depending on size/complexity).
• Proven ability to manage various levels of field managers as well as oversee divisional field operations, hands on work will be required as well.
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and execute construction drawings and contract specifications. Resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Established dedication to safety and ability to display commitment to our operating principles.
• Proven experience to produce look-ahead schedules and work with other construction documents as required by the project and leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with the customer, crew, and project teams.
• Intermediate computer skills and construction math skills.
• Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) is a plus.

Our ideal Superintendent candidate is an innovative but decisive field manager who can work effectively in a highly collaborative, team-based environment; has the ability to set goals and expectations and hold others accountable; can encourage and mentor others; is approachable, empathetic and outgoing; can quickly gain trust and respect; and is able to establish and maintain relationships.

VSL is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, tuition reimbursement, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment.

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