Traveling Superintendent

GeoStabilization International; Tennessee; Remote; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Superintendents in geotechnical or civil construction to lead teams on exciting projects across the Eastern US. This role offers a unique opportunity to take ownership of your work and contribute to a company with a top safety record and a commitment to employee development. With a travel schedule of 3 weeks on and 1 week off, you will manage diverse projects that enhance your skills and career path. Join a dynamic team where your expertise in project management and team leadership will make a significant impact on the success of innovative construction solutions.

Benefits

Yearly Bonus

Stock Ownership Program

100% Paid Travel

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K

17 Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Legal Shield Services

Qualifications

• 5+ years in construction, preferably geotechnical, with strong project management skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams and ensure quality projects within deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage teams to install geohazard mitigation products as per job site drawings.
• Create and execute safety plans, ensuring compliance and project performance.

Skills

Project Management

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Safety Planning

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Construction Management Degree

Tools

Pneumatic Tools

Battery-Powered Tools

Electric Tools

Web-Based Technology Systems

Job description

Overview

This is the one you’ve been looking for.

A chance to put your time and energy into a company that has:

• Designed training and development plans to grow your money-making ability.
• A path to General Superintendent and beyond (estimating, project management)
• The sheer volume of projects to keep you working year-round.
• An OWNERSHIP plan – you are an owner here.
• A safety record in the top 10% of the industry.

This isn’t just a job – it’s a path to more for people who believe their work ethic and focus on quality should carry them farther.

We’re looking for Superintendents experienced in geotechnical or civil construction who know how to manage teams and projects to get work done.

This is a travel job with projects across the Eastern US. Crews work a 3-week on, 1-week off schedule.

GeoStabilization International is the leading geohazard mitigation firm operating throughout the United States and Canada. We specialize in geohazard emergency response to landslide repairs, rockfall mitigation, and grouting using design/build and design/build/warranty contracting. Our expertise, specialized tools, and worldwide partnerships allow us to repair virtually any slope stability or foundation problem in any geologic setting.

We are part of a growing, $500m portfolio of businesses that is the largest company of its kind in the world. We offer great compensation, a chance to be a company owner, a regular stream of challenging projects, and a safety record in the top 10% of our industry.

Responsibilities

• Managing a team to install geohazard mitigation products as outlined in the job site drawings and operating procedures.
• Adhering to the PISTOL process, with special focus on pre-construction planning.
• Creating and executing safety plans to protect all crew members.
• Planning and managing projects with the daily management process, (+QDIPC).
• Monitoring and ensuring project performance, including duration and cost variance from budget.
• Compliance including daily logs, checklists, photo submissions, as-built documentation, employee relations, credit card receipts, etc.
• Managing and maintaining crew member relations including tracking, documenting performance reviews, development plans, coaching, and disciplinary actions.
• Managing and communicating crew travel appropriately.
• Accountable for equipment daily maintenance, cleanliness, and related documentation.
• Ensure quality and testing programs are adhered to.
• Ensure good teamwork and communication between all functional groups involved on projects.
• Efficient and effective client-facing communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the construction industry (geotechnical industry preferred) to include job management and knowledge of building products and services.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Superintendent required.
• Proven ability to accurately interpret the scope, specification (including blueprints) and timeliness of customer plans, while meeting profitability goals established by the company.
• Ability to motivate teams to produce quality projects within provided deadlines.
• Proven ability to simultaneously manage projects and crews.
• Strong communication skills: ability to speak clearly and persuasively in all situations.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally.
• Ability to have schedule flexibility, with or without notice, to accommodate the needs of the business.
• Must have working knowledge of company-provided hardware and web-based technology systems.
• Valid driver’s license required (CDL A is helpful).
• Ability to use pneumatic, battery-powered, or electric tools.
• Ability to travel extensively.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Climates vary in degrees, from tropical to desert environments.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate and hearing protection is often required.
• Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
• Regular heavy lifting (75lbs+) of construction materials on the job site.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation

• This is a Salaried, Non-Exempt role. You will be paid your base hourly rate every week, including your off week.
  • The hourly rate is $33-40 per hour.
  • With bonus and overtime, in 2024 our average superintendent's total yearly compensation was over $120,000.
• Yearly bonus
• Stock ownership program
• 100% paid travel

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision (HSA and FSA available)
• Accident, life, and disability insurance
• 401K
• 17 paid holidays and personal days
• Parental leave
• Legal Shield Services

GeoStabilization International, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.