Superintendent (Civil Construction)

Shirley Contracting Company, LLC•New Kent, VA

5d•$85,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Shirley Contracting Company, LLC is hiring a Superintendent to oversee various civil construction projects in the Greater Richmond area. The role leads field operations and is responsible for scheduling, supervising, and monitoring construction to meet or exceed project schedules and budgets. The Superintendent coordinates with clients, Project Managers, and other construction management staff to establish budgets and timelines; develops work sequences and schedules; monitors daily productivity; and ensures safety, production, and budget requirements are met. The role also coordinates materials and equipment deliveries, maintains daily job-site records, supports staff training and development, and ensures punch-list work is completed promptly. The position requires at least five years of experience with a large-scale heavy civil contractor or equivalent industry experience, strong knowledge of construction processes and regulations, and the ability to lead field operations. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis, and pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening. The stated base salary range is $85,000–$150,000, with compensation varying based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) with company match and contribution, and paid time off.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience with a large-scale heavy civil contractor or equivalent industry experience.
In-depth knowledge of the construction process, including scheduling, contract administration, equipment, and manpower.
Ability to lead field operations with effective decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
Understanding of construction equipment, including safe operating practices and maintenance.
In-depth understanding of local, state, and federal construction regulations.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening.
Must be at least 18 years of age and currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

Schedule, supervise, and monitor construction to meet or exceed project schedules and budgets.
Encourage and/or participate in staff training and development.
Collaborate with clients, Project Managers, and other construction management staff to determine budgets and timelines.
Develop project schedules and sequences of work, and monitor daily productivity.
Maintain working knowledge of owner contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders.
Supervise the field workforce to ensure safety, production, and budget requirements are met.
Coordinate materials and equipment deliveries to ensure long-lead and critical-path items are on-site.
Maintain a daily log of job-site operations and report to management as necessary.
Ensure punch-list work is completed in a timely manner.