Senior Superintendent-Heavy Civil

Kimmel & Associates • Richmond, VA

5d • $130,000 - $160,000

About The Position

The Senior Superintendent will lead field operations for heavy civil construction projects in the Richmond, Virginia, area. The role oversees field managers and coordinates labor, equipment, and materials to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality standards and schedules. The successful candidate will bring technical expertise in heavy civil construction and field leadership experience, with a focus on crew productivity and meeting project cost and schedule objectives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; equivalent work experience may be considered.
• At least 6 years of heavy civil construction experience, including a minimum of 2 years in a Superintendent role.
• Technical experience in one or more heavy civil disciplines, such as highways, bridges, excavation, underground utilities, concrete, paving, or grading.
• Strong leadership, communication, planning, scheduling, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage field personnel, coordinate equipment and labor, and monitor project costs and productivity.
• OSHA 30-hour certification required. Candidates without the certification must obtain it or enroll in a certification course within six months of hire or promotion.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Experience across multiple construction trades preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations and provide leadership, direction, and mentorship to field managers and construction crews.
• Develop work plans, staffing strategies, and schedules to maximize productivity and meet project milestones.
• Interpret project plans, specifications, estimates, labor budgets, and production rates to guide field execution.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, and material resources to support efficient project delivery.
• Monitor project progress, productivity, quality, and safety performance, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Review job costs with project managers and field managers to maintain financial objectives and improve operational performance.
• Enforce company safety standards through proactive planning, hazard identification, proper PPE, and incident reporting and investigation.
• Collaborate with project teams, other superintendents, owners, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure successful project execution.
• Inspect field operations and completed work to verify compliance with project specifications and quality requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $130,000–$160,000, based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Extensive training and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunities for career advancement and promotion from within.
• Collaborative team environment focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Opportunity to contribute to essential infrastructure projects that benefit communities throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED