General Superintendent

Job description

STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES develops and integrates products, engineering support, repair and maintenance services to provide value-added solutions to owners, engineers and contractors. We provide specialty contracting services through our contracting companies, and state-of-the-art proprietary products and engineering support services through our technologies company. With over 2,500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets, we serve the Commercial, Public, Transportation Industrial, and Power markets to tackle the toughest construction challenges. STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES is the in-house engineering business line of Structural Group. General Superintendent – Heavy Civil Construction About Us VSL Civil is a full-service contractor specializing in complex transportation infrastructure and large-scale concrete construction projects across North America. Our teams deliver innovative solutions on some of the industry’s most challenging bridge, transportation, and heavy civil infrastructure projects. We are currently recruiting for a General Superintendent to support operations across multiple regions and projects. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing field execution, workforce planning, safety leadership, operational excellence, and project delivery for complex heavy civil and structural concrete projects. Projects may include: Post-tensioned bridges and structures Cast-in-place and precast segmental bridge erection Cable-stayed bridge construction Heavy civil concrete structures Industrial tanks and containment structures Bridge rehabilitation, lifting, and repair Complex reinforcing steel and formwork systems Position Summary The General Superintendent provides leadership and oversight for multiple construction projects and field teams simultaneously while partnering closely with Project Managers, Division Leadership, Estimating, Safety, and Operations teams. This role is instrumental in driving project success through strong planning, safety leadership, technical expertise, workforce development, and operational consistency. The ideal candidate is a decisive and collaborative construction leader with deep heavy civil experience, strong concrete construction knowledge, and the ability to mentor field leadership while managing complex operations across multiple projects. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership Lead and oversee field operations across multiple projects, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution Provide direct leadership to Superintendents, Foremen, craft professionals, and subcontractors Coordinate closely with Project Managers and Division Leadership to align manpower, equipment, schedules, and production goals Support project planning, logistics, constructability reviews, and execution strategies Identify productivity trends, resource constraints, and operational risks across projects and implement corrective actions Participate in hiring, workforce development, performance management, and succession planning for field leadership Safety Leadership Champion and reinforce the Company’s 24/7 safety culture across all projects Lead pre-project planning, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and Safe Execution Planning (SEP) activities Conduct field audits and ensure compliance with OSHA requirements, company policies, and owner-specific safety standards Mentor field leadership on proactive safety practices and accountability Support incident investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives Heavy Civil & Concrete Construction Oversight Oversee all phases of heavy civil concrete construction including: Reinforcing steel installation Complex formwork systems Concrete placement and finishing Post-tensioning operations Structural and bridge construction activities Direct operations involving gang forms, jump forms, falsework, shoring systems, custom formwork, and engineered erection plans Ensure compliance with project drawings, specifications, QA/QC requirements, and industry standards Coordinate inspections with owners, engineers, and third-party agencies Lead complex concrete placement operations including elevated decks, walls, piers, mass pours, tanks, and specialty structures Planning & Scheduling Develop and manage look-ahead schedules, work plans, sequencing strategies, and resource forecasts Coordinate labor, material deliveries, equipment utilization, and subcontractor activities across multiple projects Work collaboratively with estimating and preconstruction teams to provide constructability input and operational planning support Assist in identifying opportunities for cost optimization, production improvements, and schedule recovery Quality & Technical Leadership Ensure field execution meets all contract requirements, tolerances, and quality expectations Resolve constructability issues, drawing discrepancies, and field conflicts Maintain oversight of QA/QC documentation, inspection processes, and technical compliance Promote best practices in concrete construction, post-tensioning, bridge erection, and field operations Mentorship & Team Development Mentor and develop Superintendents, Foremen, and emerging field leaders Support implementation of company initiatives, training programs, and operational standards Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement Qualifications Candidates who meet the following criteria may be considered for this position: High school diploma or equivalent required Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred 10–15+ years of heavy civil construction experience with progressive field leadership responsibility Demonstrated experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously Extensive experience with structural concrete construction, reinforcing steel, concrete placement, and engineered formwork systems Experience with bridge construction, post-tensioning, segmental erection, or cable-stayed structures strongly preferred Strong knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, sequencing, and constructability Proven ability to lead and mentor field management teams across multiple projects Strong understanding of scheduling, productivity tracking, labor forecasting, and operational planning Experience coordinating with owners, inspectors, engineers, and subcontractors Intermediate to advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office, Procore, and construction management software Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills Ability to travel and/or relocate to project sites for extended durations as required Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus What We’re Looking For Our ideal General Superintendent is an innovative yet practical construction leader who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. They lead by example, build strong relationships, develop people, and drive accountability while maintaining a relentless commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence. We anticipate this role paying a base salary between $130-150k based off education, experience, and location. This individual can successfully balance strategic oversight with hands-on field leadership and is passionate about building both complex infrastructure projects and high-performing teams. Structural Technologies is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality. EOE/M/F/D/V