Commercial Construction Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE
We're looking for an experienced Civil Superintendent to lead field operations on complex urban civil construction projects, with a focus on excavation, shoring, and deep foundation systems. In this hands-on leadership role, you'll oversee daily site activities, coordinate with engineers, subcontractors, and inspectors, and ensure work is executed safely and in full compliance with project specifications. This is a senior position for a professional with deep expertise in geotechnical and foundation construction in a dense urban environment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Oversee daily field operations for excavation, shoring, drilling, and soil removal, including installation of secant pile walls, soldier piles, lagging, walers, rakers, struts, and caisson foundations
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and work plans; coordinate design reviews for excavation support systems (secant piles, caissons, walers, struts, and tiebacks)
• Prepare and review submittals, shop drawings, RFIs (Requests for Information), and change orders
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies related to ground conditions, sequencing, and site logistics
• Monitor and coordinate heavy equipment operations and manage subcontractor performance and procurement
• Enforce OSHA safety protocols, conduct toolbox talks and risk assessments, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to soil handling and groundwater
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients, engineers, inspectors, and regulatory agencies; lead coordination meetings and deliver regular progress reports

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 10+ years of experience in construction project management with demonstrated hands-on expertise in excavation, earth support systems (SOE — Support of Excavation), and deep foundation systems (secant piles, caissons, soldier pile and lagging)
• Proven field experience with secant pile walls, soldier piles, lagging, walers, rakers, struts, and steel bracing systems
• Strong understanding of geotechnical principles, soil classifications, and the ability to read and interpret construction drawings, structural reports, and geotechnical reports
• Proficiency with construction scheduling software (Primavera P6 or MS Project) and experience with cost control, budgeting, and change order management
• Strong safety focus: solid working knowledge of OSHA protocols, toolbox talk facilitation, and environmental compliance practices
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead coordination meetings and interface with clients, engineers, and regulatory agencies
• Collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced, field-based environment with consistent on-site presence
• Own reliable transportation required
• English proficiency required

NICE TO HAVE

• OSHA 30 certification
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification
• Deep Foundation Institute (DFI) training or related certifications
• Engineering-in-Training (EIT) or PE (Professional Engineer) license
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Familiarity with urban Manhattan job site logistics and permitting processes