Superintendent – Heavy Highway/Civil Construction

Superintendent – Heavy Highway/Civil Construction

Syracuse, NY Area (Projects within 1.5 hours)

$110,000 – $150,000 base (DOE) + Bonus

About the Opportunity

A growing civil construction contractor is seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead field operations on large-scale public infrastructure and heavy highway projects. This role is ideal for a hands-on field leader who can independently run projects from start to finish while managing crews, subcontractors, and schedules in fast-paced environments.

Projects primarily include transportation and public works infrastructure, including bridges, earthwork, drainage, and structural concrete scopes ranging from $1M–$30M.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all onsite construction activities for heavy civil/highway projects

Manage daily field operations, crews, and subcontractors (5–12 personnel typical)

Maintain project schedules and coordinate closely with Project Managers

Procure materials and coordinate site logistics

Conduct quality control inspections and enforce safety standards

Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget

Manage multiple trades and maintain accountability across subcontractors

Utilize tablets/apps for daily reporting and timekeeping

Project Types

Bridge construction and overpasses

Concrete and structural work

Excavation and earthwork

Drainage and utility installation

Water diversion and cofferdam projects

DOT and publicly funded infrastructure

Required Qualifications

5–8+ years of Superintendent or field leadership experience

Proven experience running projects valued $1M–$30M

Strong background in heavy highway or public infrastructure projects

Experience managing subcontractors and maintaining schedules

Knowledge of concrete, structural steel, and site development coordination