Highway Construction Superintendent

GeoStabilization International•Folsom, NJ

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Union Superintendent leads a union crew installing guardrail, attenuators, sign structures, and related highway safety hardware on projects throughout the Road Guard East service area. Based out of the Folsom, NJ yard, this is a hands-on, working leader role responsible for daily crew supervision, safe execution, quality, and production on assigned jobs, while coordinating with the General Superintendent, Project Manager, clients, and union representatives.

Requirements

Familiarity with DOT specifications, work-zone traffic control, and OSHA construction safety standards.
Proficient operating and overseeing common roadway construction equipment (post drivers, skid steers, man lifts, drill rigs/augers, boom trucks, dump trucks).
Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills; able to lead from the front and work hands-on as needed.
Comfortable using smartphones/tablets for timekeeping, daily reports, and basic project communication.
Minimum 3-5 years of highway, roadway, or heavy/civil construction experience, with at least 2 years in a foreman or lead role.
Valid driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working under a union collective bargaining agreement preferred.
CDL preferred.
OSHA 10 or 30 – Construction
ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) or equivalent
Flagger certification
First Aid / CPR certification

Responsibilities

Lead, supervise, and work alongside a union crew to install guardrail, attenuators, sign structures, and related highway safety hardware in accordance with plans, specs, and DOT requirements.
Plan and direct daily work, set production goals, and assign tasks to ensure jobs are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
Enforce all safety requirements; conduct daily toolbox talks, JHAs, and site safety inspections.
Read and interpret construction plans, shop drawings, and traffic control plans, and ensure field work matches contract documents.
Coordinate site setup, traffic control, material staging, and equipment use; verify proper operation and maintenance of crew equipment.
Administer work in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement; coordinate manpower with the local hall and address union and crew issues professionally.
Mentor, train, and develop crew members; provide clear direction and constructive feedback.
Serve as the on-site point of contact.
Complete and submit accurate daily reports, timesheets, production logs, and equipment/material records.
Identify and communicate scope changes, differing site conditions, or extra work to the Project Manager.