Experienced Geotechnical Superintendent - Smithfield, NC
Who We Are
We are builders. Field leaders. Problem solvers trusted to execute some of the most complex geotechnical work in the Southeast. Subsurface Construction Company is a design-build geotechnical specialty contractor serving the Southeast since 1995. We deliver excavation support and deep foundation systems—soil nail walls, soldier pile walls, sheet pile walls, ground anchors, rock bolts, micropiles, and aggregate piers—on complex, high-risk jobsites.
The Mission
Your mission is to safely deliver geotechnical construction projects on time, to plan, and without quality failures. Success in this role means the jobsite operates safely every day. Work is built to plans, specifications, and Subsurface standard procedures. Production aligns with the weekly plan. Issues are identified early and resolved before work stops. Clients and project teams can rely on your communication and follow-through. Speed without safety, quality, or reliability is failure.
What You Will Do
- Responsible for safe working conditions for employees in compliance with OSHA requirements and company safety program.
- Complete all required safety training and model safety practices.
- Responsible for safety plan for assigned projects. Submit daily field reports on time and accurately.
- Inspect equipment on job for service intervals and relay any equipment issues to Mechanic immediately.
- Ensure work is built to plan and SCC Standard Procedures with no quality issues. Communicate with client, PM and General Superintendent of any deviation from set plan.
- Maintain production according to the weekly plan. Complete testing and submit data to Engineer.
- Manage performance of direct reports. Submit material delivery information, Visa, and Lowes Pro expenses daily. Manage subcontractors and job site deliveries.
- Determine appropriate tools and equipment needed for job and schedules/procures accordingly. Resolve problems in time to prevent work stoppage.
- Communicate effectively and cooperate with client, vendors and internal team. Maintain a clean and organized work environment (equipment, vehicle, job site, materials, tools).
- Identify and inform the Project Manager of the need for change orders when they occur. Manage the completion of all Punch Lists.
- Participate in project evaluation sessions and use this information on future projects. Participate in daily huddle to report on progress.
- Ensure timely and regular attendance.
- Other duties as assigned within the scope of employment.
Required
- HS Diploma or GED with minimum of 10 years’ experience in Geotechnical Construction Management or related experience is required; or 4-year degree in Construction Management or similar field with minimum of 5 years experience.
- Forklift Certification.
- Must have a current and valid driver's license.
- Must have strong communications skills.
- Proficient in Outlook, Excel and Word.
- Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
Preferred
- OSHA 30 Certification
- Ability to walk and carry loads up to 100 pounds on uneven and sloping surfaces.
- Work outside in extreme heat and cold weather conditions.
- Walk, stand, and climb 4 to 6 hours per day.
- Twist and or reach to complete daily activities.
- Regularly required to use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls with proper PPE.
- Communicate verbally (both speaking and hearing) in potentially noisy environments.
- Must speak and understand English at a level appropriate to receive and comprehend specialized safety and training instructions in potentially noisy environments.
- Work in remote, difficult to access locations.
- Full time travel.
- Able to work up to 12-hour days; 7 days per week, if necessary.