Superintendent - Steel Erection

Summit City Steel Erection•Fort Wayne, IN

2d•$42 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

Summit City Steel Erection (SCSE) is seeking a hands-on Steel Erection Superintendent to lead jobsite operations. This role involves leading crews, planning work, maintaining high safety standards, and ensuring project progression. The Superintendent will have the authority to make field decisions, coordinate with project managers and customers, and lead the teams responsible for project completion. SCSE offers competitive pay, year-round work, company-provided equipment, and direct access to company leadership.

Requirements

At least 7 years of field steel erection experience.
At least 3 years of experience leading crews.
Experience working in steel mills or heavy industrial facilities.
Experience communicating directly with general contractors and plant personnel.
Ability to read structural drawings, erection drawings, anchor bolt plans, and connection details.
Working knowledge of bolting methods, welding requirements, and erection tolerances.
Experience planning field operations, tracking labor hours, and holding crews accountable.
Comfortable using a phone, tablet, or laptop for jobsite documentation.
Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and residence within approximately two hours of Fort Wayne.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30 and competent person training.
Rigger and signal person training.
AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or current welding qualifications.
Experience planning and coordinating crane lifts.
First aid and CPR certification.
English and Spanish communication skills.

Responsibilities

Lead daily steel erection operations and direct foremen and field crews.
Coordinate with project managers to plan work sequences, crew sizes, equipment, material staging, access, and crane lifts.
Maintain a three-week look-ahead schedule and identify upcoming labor, equipment, and material needs.
Coordinate daily with general contractors, other trades, and industrial plant contacts.
Develop foremen and help prepare them for future superintendent responsibilities.
Take ownership of jobsite safety, including safety plans, daily pre-task planning, and weekly safety walkdowns.
Stop work when unsafe conditions or quality concerns arise.
Verify work against current structural and erection drawings, including bolting, welding, plumb, and alignment requirements.
Conduct weekly quality walkdowns and coordinate inspections at the appropriate stages of construction.
Maintain required PPE and safety practices across all crews.
Track production against budgeted labor hours and communicate progress, cost concerns, and recovery plans.
Complete daily Procore logs and jobsite photos on time.
Submit crew time weekly and maintain accurate field records.
Document extra work with time-and-material tickets and obtain written approval before proceeding.
Communicate manpower, equipment, and material needs early to prevent delays.

Benefits

Competitive pay: Earn $42–$55 per hour based on experience, with overtime opportunities.
Weekly pay: Get paid every week, with overtime at time and a half after 40 hours.
Take-home company truck: Company vehicle and fuel provided.
Year-round work: Stay busy with structural steel erection and industrial projects.
Home most nights: Most jobs are within daily driving distance of Fort Wayne.
Authority in the field: Set the work sequence, direct crews, and stop work when safety or quality is at risk.
Direct access to leadership: Work directly with the President overseeing our structural and industrial operations.
Company-owned equipment: We own our equipment fleet and self-perform our work, giving you greater control over jobsite execution.
Invested in your success: Receive training and certifications to help you succeed in the role.
$42–$55 per hour, based on experience.
Overtime at 1.5 times your regular rate after 40 hours.
Weekly pay.
Take-home company truck and fuel.
Company phone and tablet or laptop.
Per diem for qualifying travel work.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Profit-sharing opportunities.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Company-provided training and certifications.