General Superintendent

Flatiron Construction Corp•Alexandria, VA

17d•$185,000 - $200,000

About The Position

The General Superintendent supervises multiple types of project work at one or more assigned locations, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to required standards. The role leads project teams, manages schedules, collaborates with stakeholders, and supports compliance with contract drawings and specifications. It also coordinates resources and subcontractor activities while maintaining strict safety and process controls.

Requirements

At least 15 years of heavy civil construction experience.
At least 9 years of Superintendent experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Strong leadership capability and an internal drive to mentor and develop talent.
Ability to manage complex construction projects using strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Ability to manage difficult schedules and project demands while adhering to the project safety program.
Advanced knowledge of construction site equipment operation and maintenance requirements.
Advanced knowledge of construction site safety protocols and ability to enforce project safety programs.
Knowledge and understanding of local union or prevailing wage rules.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret standards and contract-specific plans and specifications.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts including probability, statistics, and basic geometry.
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certification.

Responsibilities

Plan work methods, materials, equipment needs, and schedules for assigned project work.
Review daily work schedules with direct reports and update monthly schedules based on project feedback.
Review project specifications to support job setup activities at assigned locations.
Work with crews, field engineers, and local utility companies to identify hazardous areas on job sites.
Coordinate with internal and external teams to ensure appropriate equipment and material quantities are available within the assigned budget and schedule.
Forecast schedules, identify potential issues, and recommend technical or scheduling actions to mitigate production problems.
Provide technical input to identify and resolve project risks involving construction methods, work plans, materials, safety, and schedules.
Document daily activities and meeting notes using company-approved methods.
Promote adherence to safety and process controls for equipment operation, worksite safety, and documentation.
Supervise subcontractor production and workforce for assigned project work.
Recommend schedule or work-method adjustments for subcontractor activities as needed.