Superintendent - Civil

Commercial Contracting Corporation•Auburn Hills, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Commercial Contracting Corporation (CCC) is seeking an experienced Civil Superintendent to provide field leadership for self-perform civil construction operations, including excavation, earthwork, mass grading, underground utilities, site development, and related infrastructure improvements. The Civil Superintendent is the primary field leader responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing day-to-day civil construction activities to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contract requirements. The role works closely with Project Managers, clients, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders. In addition to project execution, the Superintendent will help expand CCC's growing Civil Group through operational excellence, team development, mentorship, and continuous improvement. The position is suited to a construction leader who wants to contribute to the long-term growth of CCC's self-perform civil operations. The role is located in Auburn Hills, Michigan, and requires travel to project locations as needed. The successful applicant must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test. CCC is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
At least 10 years of progressive experience in civil construction, excavation, site development, or heavy civil projects.
At least 5 years in a field leadership role such as Superintendent, General Superintendent, or Foreman.
Demonstrated experience managing self-perform civil construction operations.
Experience with earthwork and grading, excavation, underground utilities, site development, and infrastructure construction.
Strong understanding of construction means and methods, excavation operations, soil classifications and geotechnical considerations, surveying and grade control, utility installation, trench safety, drainage and stormwater systems, erosion control and SWPPP requirements, equipment capabilities and production rates, and construction scheduling and sequencing.
Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite, and project documentation and reporting software.
Required OSHA 30-Hour Certification.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather, walk uneven terrain and active construction sites, climb ladders, enter excavations, navigate project environments safely, travel to project locations as required, and comply with safety and PPE requirements.
Must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
Experience on industrial, commercial, manufacturing, or heavy civil projects.
Familiarity with GPS machine control and civil layout technologies.
CPR/First Aid Certification.
Competent Person Certification.
Confined Space Training.
Utility Safety Training.

Responsibilities

Lead civil and excavation field operations from mobilization through project completion.
Develop and maintain short- and long-term work plans aligned with project schedules.
Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and logistics to maximize productivity.
Review drawings, specifications, contracts, utility plans, geotechnical reports, and schedules to identify risks and opportunities.
Collaborate with Project Management on execution plans and address project challenges proactively.
Monitor production goals and take corrective action to maintain project performance and achieve milestones safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
Lead self-perform work including site clearing and preparation, mass excavation and earthmoving, cut and fill, soil stabilization and compaction, fine grading and site balancing, underground utilities, drainage, erosion control, SWPPP compliance, and site development.
Champion CCC's safety culture; conduct daily safety meetings, site inspections, and job hazard analyses; ensure regulatory compliance; investigate incidents and near-misses; and promote safe work practices.
Lead, mentor, and develop operators, laborers, grade checkers, pipe crews, foremen, and subcontractors; provide coaching and feedback and help develop future field leaders.
Ensure work meets project specifications, engineering requirements, and company standards; verify grades, elevations, utility alignments, and tolerances; coordinate testing and inspections; review survey and as-built documentation; and resolve constructability concerns.
Coordinate work sequencing with Project Management and other trades; track productivity and quantities; anticipate resource needs; and maintain daily reports and production documentation.
Monitor labor productivity, equipment utilization, and material consumption; provide input on forecasts and production planning; assist with quantity tracking and field cost controls; and review subcontractor performance and quantities.
Maintain relationships with clients, inspectors, engineers, municipalities, and other stakeholders; participate in project meetings; represent CCC professionally; and support client satisfaction and repeat business.
Support the growth and development of CCC's Civil Group by sharing best practices, assisting with planning, staffing, and operational improvements, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.