Civil Superintendent - 100% Travel

Reports to: Project Manager • Compensation: $35–43/hr DOE • Full-time, 100% travel position with extended assignments across multiple states.

About the role

The Civil Superintendent is responsible for all jobsite activities and safety related to SEI’s scope of work on each project. With support from the Project Manager, this role oversees and coordinates all vendors and subcontractors and supervises all SEI staff assigned to the project. The Civil Superintendent participates in planning, supervision, and all construction efforts to complete a successful project, facilitates professional relationships with all on-site personnel (Client/Owner, Vendors, Subcontractors, SEI staff), and leads the team in accordance with SEI Core Values.

Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned crew members, work schedules, project progress, and resource allocation; provide constructive and timely performance evaluations for SEI staff.
• Handle complaints, grievances, disciplinary actions, and maintain production records for supervision purposes.
• Facilitate healthy relationships with Clients, ensuring the SEI team maintains professional relations with Owner, Engineer, and other team members.
• Assure proper operation and maintenance of equipment under SEI staff’s control, including appropriate applications for respective equipment.
• Prior to commencing work, develop and execute an effective plan for each SEI crew member and their area of responsibility; determine means and methods (including individual work activities) to meet project goals.
• Oversee all aspects of the construction project through completion.
• Responsible for mobilization of necessary tools and construction equipment.
• Ensure all employees conduct routine inspections and identify/report needed maintenance or repairs on all SEI equipment.
• Adhere to and enforce all safety rules, guidelines, codes, and SEI policies.
• Maintain project records including daily logs, T&M, manpower, and materials used.
• Review all SEI staff timecards through Procore.
• Assist Project Manager in maintaining the established budget and monitoring labor hours and production.
• Oversee crews and production on site; crew sizes vary from 5–50 crew members.
• Ensure projects/production remain on schedule.
• Work with Clients on-site to ensure communication and partnership between contractor and client.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Thorough understanding of practices involved in the use of various types of heavy equipment.
• Thorough understanding of maintenance and basic repairs associated with heavy equipment.
• Thorough understanding of safety rules and ability to safely operate machinery.
• Superior skill operating assigned equipment safely and efficiently.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and delegate appropriately.
• Experience with Global Positioning System (Topcon preferred).
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet Fleet Policy requirements.
• Ability to use good judgement and be an effective decision maker.
• Experienced on all types of heavy equipment.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English (mandatory for understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and team communications).

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent with at least five years of operating experience.
• Workplace safety practices.
• Vocational school training or apprenticeship preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to travel with limited notice.
• Prolonged periods of operating heavy machinery.
• Able to work long periods including evenings and weekends when necessary.
• Must be able to operate machinery in all weather conditions and terrains.
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds at a time.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Company-paid long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary group life insurance
• Supplemental insurance through AFLAC
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Insurance & ID Theft Protection
• Matched Retirement
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Competitive Pay
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Bonus Program

Compensation

$35–43 per hour, depending on experience.

Schedule

Full-time, 100% travel. Assignments are typically several months at a single project site before transitioning to another project in a different state (e.g., Texas → Colorado → New Mexico). Flexibility, adaptability, and willingness to work wherever projects are located are essential.