Utility Scale Concrete Superintendent

R-2 Contractors; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus

Job summary

R-2 Contractors is seeking an experienced Utility-Scale Concrete Superintendent to lead field operations on power, renewable energy, transmission, and substation projects across the United States. You will safely plan, coordinate, and oversee all concrete construction activities while mentoring field leaders and maintaining schedule and quality.

In this nationwide role you will read and interpret drawings, manage crews, coordinate with project managers, customers, and inspectors, and ensure

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of structural concrete construction experience.
• Minimum 5 years leading structural concrete as Superintendent or Senior Superintendent.
• Expertise in flatwork, footings, pedestals, foundations, reinforcing steel, formwork.
• Ability to read project drawings, specifications, and foundation layouts.
• Willingness to travel nationwide and work extended hours as needed.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass pre-employment checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead all field operations for utility-scale concrete foundation projects.
• Plan manpower, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and production schedules.
• Supervise Foremen, craft personnel, subcontractors, and field teams for safety and productivity.
• Oversee reinforcing steel installation, formwork, anchor bolts, embedded items, placement, finishing, curing, and QC.
• Ensure foundations are built safely, accurately, and to project specs and standards.
• Read and interpret project drawings, specs, and construction documents; coordinate with PMs and customers.

Skills

Field leadership

Safety leadership

Project coordination

Reading drawings

Concrete knowledge

Team coaching

Job description

Join Our Team at R-2 Contractors!

R-2 Contractors is seeking an experienced and motivated Utility-Scale Concrete Superintendent to lead field operations performing structural concrete foundation construction on utility-scale power, renewable energy, transmission, and substation projects throughout the United States. This field leadership role is responsible for safely planning, coordinating, and overseeing all aspects of concrete construction while delivering exceptional quality, developing field leaders, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Working closely with Project Managers and Operations Leadership, the Concrete Superintendent oversees day-to-day field operations, including production planning, crew leadership, reinforcing steel installation, formwork, anchor bolt assemblies, embedded items, concrete placement, finishing, curing, quality control, scheduling, and customer coordination. Success in this role is measured by the ability to build high-performing teams, consistently deliver quality work, maintain a safe jobsite, and exemplify the R-2 standard of excellence.

Position

Utility-Scale Concrete Superintendent

Location

Nationwide Project sites

Travel Requirements

• 100% travel to active project sites throughout the United States
• Candidates must be willing to travel extensively and work extended schedules as required to support project demands

Salary

$140-200k

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all field operations for utility-scale structural concrete foundation construction projects
• Plan and coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and production schedules
• Supervise Foremen, craft personnel, subcontractors, and field teams to ensure safe and productive project execution
• Oversee reinforcing steel installation, formwork, anchor bolt assemblies, embedded items, concrete placement, finishing, curing, and quality control activities
• Ensure foundations are constructed safely, accurately, and in accordance with project specifications and quality standards
• Read and interpret project drawings, specifications, foundation layouts, concrete schedules, and construction documents
• Coordinate daily activities with Project Managers, customers, inspectors, survey crews, subcontractors, suppliers, and concrete batch plants
• Monitor production, manpower, equipment utilization, budgets, schedules, and overall project performance
• Identify field challenges early and proactively implement solutions to minimize impacts to safety, quality, and production
• Develop Foremen and future Superintendents through coaching, mentorship, accountability, and leadership by example
• Maintain complete project documentation, daily reports, production tracking, quality records, and inspection documentation
• Foster a culture centered on safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Lead by example while living and reinforcing the R-2 Core Values every day

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of structural concrete construction experience, including utility-scale power, renewable energy, heavy civil, or infrastructure projects
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading structural concrete construction as a Superintendent or Senior Superintendent
• Extensive knowledge of flatwork, spread footings, pedestals, equipment foundations, short wall foundations, reinforcing steel, formwork, anchor bolt assemblies, embedded items, concrete placement, finishing, curing, and quality control
• Strong understanding of concrete production planning, pump operations, placement sequencing, scheduling, and project execution
• Proven ability to lead multiple crews while maintaining productivity, quality, and safety
• Ability to read and interpret project drawings, specifications, layout information, and construction documents
• Excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build strong working relationships with Project Managers, customers, inspectors, subcontractors, suppliers, and field personnel
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, accountability, quality workmanship, and operational excellence
• Willingness to travel nationwide and work extended hours as project schedules require
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment drug screening and background check

What Success Looks Like

• Builds high-performing field teams that consistently work safely and efficiently
• Delivers utility-scale concrete foundation projects that meet or exceed project specifications, production goals, and quality expectations
• Develops strong Foremen and future Superintendents
• Earns the trust and confidence of customers, inspectors, and project leadership through reliable execution
• Plans ahead, communicates proactively, and resolves challenges before they impact production
• Strengthens R-2 through continuous improvement in safety, quality, productivity, and leadership development

Our Leadership Philosophy

At R-2 Contractors, technical expertise may open the door—but leadership is defined by how you develop people, build teams, and live our Core Values.

The R-2 Core Values

PRIDE – We take ownership of our work, our people, our equipment, and our reputation. Every project reflects the pride we have in our craft.

• Do What's Right
• Put Your Name On It
• Never Accept Mediocrity
• I Am R-2
• Grow or Die

GRIT – We embrace challenges, solve problems, overcome adversity, and never allow obstacles to define our success.

• Dig Deep and Grind It Out
• Give It Your All
• Do What It Takes
• Dedication

OWN IT! – We don't make excuses or point fingers. We own the outcome, communicate early, solve problems, and continually improve ourselves and our teams.

• Do What You Say
• Be Accountable
• If You Ain't First, You're Last
• Accept Criticism
• Own Your Position

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)/Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (company funded plans available for the entire family)
• 401(k) with 3% company match
• 5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus

R-2 Contractors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.