Traveling Bridge Superintendent - Heavy Civil DOT

Structural Technologies; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

401(k)

Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES, the in-house engineering business line of Structural Group, is seeking a Traveling General Construction Superintendent for heavy civil and bridge projects in the Northeast. You will lead field operations, manage field teams and subcontractors, and ensure DOT compliance, safety, and schedule milestones across multiple project sites.

Extensive travel throughout the Northeast is required, with assignments at bridges and rehabilitation sites.

Qualifications

• Proven Superintendent experience on heavy civil, DOT, and bridge construction projects.
• Hands-on structural concrete construction experience (forming, reinforcing steel, concrete placement).
• Experience managing complex bridge construction, rehabilitation, or transportation infrastructure projects.
• Ability to lead multiple crews, coordinate subcontractors, and manage tight schedules.
• Strong understanding of DOT specifications, drawings, and field quality requirements.
• Experience with cast-in-place concrete, precast segmental erection, or bridge rehabilitation.
• Post-tensioning, cable-stay installation, or bridge jacking experience is a plus.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead field operations on complex DOT, bridge, and heavy civil construction projects.
• Oversee structural concrete operations including forming, reinforcing steel, placement.
• Manage 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.

Skills

Superintendent experience

Concrete construction

Bridge construction

Team leadership

DOT specifications

Cast-in-place concrete

Post-tensioning

Leadership

Travel willingness

Engineering degree

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management / Civil Engineering

Job description

STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES, the in-house engineering business line of Structural Group, is seeking a Traveling General Construction Superintendent for heavy civil and bridge projects in the Northeast. You will lead field operations, manage field teams and subcontractors, and ensure DOT compliance, safety, and schedule milestones across multiple project sites.

Extensive travel throughout the Northeast is required, with assignments at bridges and rehabilitation sites.