General Superintendent Civil

About the Role

The General Superintendent is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and execution of field construction activities on a large‑scale heavy civil construction project. This senior field leader ensures work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project plans, specifications, schedules, budgets, and quality requirements, overseeing multiple work fronts, self‑perform crews, subcontractors, equipment, materials, and support functions.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for all field construction activities.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee multiple construction work fronts, crews, and subcontractors.
• Direct field operations to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with plans, specifications, and project requirements.
• Manage construction sequencing, short‑term planning, and look‑ahead schedules to support project milestones.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, and resources to maintain productivity and schedule.
• Oversee heavy civil activities including earthwork, grading, underground utilities, drainage, roads, foundations, and concrete construction.
• Monitor daily production, progress, and field productivity; implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Coordinate activities between self‑perform crews, subcontractors, engineering, QA/QC, safety, and project management.
• Provide leadership and direction to Superintendents, General Foremen, Foremen, and other field personnel.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, schedule, manpower, equipment, safety, and quality.
• Ensure field activities comply with project safety requirements and promote a strong safety culture.
• Coordinate with QA/QC to ensure work meets project specifications and quality standards.
• Identify and resolve field conflicts, constructability issues, and potential schedule impacts.
• Maintain regular communication with Project Management regarding progress, staffing, equipment, schedule, safety, quality, and project issues.
• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures and policies while promoting the company’s safety culture.
• Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 12+ years of progressive heavy civil construction experience.
• 5+ years in a senior field leadership role.
• Valid state driver’s license and clean driving record.
• OSHA 30 certification.

Skills

• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction.
• Working knowledge of applicable construction codes, policies, standards, and best practices.
• Effective and professional communication with customers and employees at all levels.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret contract documents such as scopes of work and project schedules.
• Discretion and independent judgment in handling day‑to‑day information.
• Proactive, self‑motivated, and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent time‑management skills to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills to understand and interpret data.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet department targets and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Willingness to work non‑routine hours when necessary.
• Ability and willingness to travel for out‑of‑town assignments.

Physical Requirements

• Work outdoors in heat, humidity, cold, rain, and around heavy traffic areas.
• Move about to accomplish tasks or travel between worksites.
• Operate job‑related tools.
• Perform repetitive motions involving feet, legs, wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Lift objects up to 50 lb, carry at least 30 lb, and up to 150 lb with assistance.