About this role
About the Company
Our client is an established heavy civil construction contractor specializing in highway infrastructure, paving, and site preparation. The company delivers complex public and private construction projects with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and customer service.
With decades of industry experience, the organization has built a reputation for reliable project execution and lasting client relationships. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative team and contribute to infrastructure projects that support growing communities throughout Virginia.
About the Position
Our client is seeking an experienced Project Superintendent to oversee field operations and coordinate construction activities to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and profitably. Based in Ashburn, Virginia, this individual will lead field crews, coordinate subcontractors and vendors, manage schedules and material deliveries, and maintain high standards for safety and quality.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in site work and road construction, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to lead field teams while maintaining productive relationships with project stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate daily construction operations to maintain productivity, schedule adherence, quality, and profitability.
- Plan and prioritize work activities, coordinating company crews, subcontractors, vendors, and material deliveries.
- Maintain continuity and communication among field personnel and project teams to support efficient execution.
- Interpret blueprints, construction plans, specifications, and contract documents to guide field activities.
- Calculate material quantities and trucking requirements to support jobsite efficiency and budget objectives.
- Conduct routine safety and quality inspections and ensure compliance with company policies, client requirements, and applicable regulations.
- Maintain professional relationships with owners, government agencies, inspectors, subcontractors, vendors, and other project representatives.
- Identify field challenges, coordinate solutions, and communicate project needs to the appropriate team members.
- Promote a safe, productive, and collaborative work environment while adhering to company procedures and ethical standards.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in site work and/or road construction.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
- Experience calculating material quantities and coordinating trucking and deliveries to support project budgets and schedules.
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and able to work independently while collaborating effectively with field teams.
- Basic computer proficiency.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Strong work ethic and commitment to safety, quality, productivity, and teamwork.
Benefits
- Competitive annual salary of $100,000–$150,000, depending on experience.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Corporate profit-sharing program.
- Annual year-end performance bonus opportunities.
- Company vehicle for work-related activities.
- Company-provided iPhone, iPad, and laptop.
- Full-time employment with a typical schedule of 40–50 hours per week.
- Opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure projects and grow with an established construction organization.