REEVES | Project Superintendent Augusta, GA

Job Summary

Reeves Augusta is seeking an experienced Project Superintendent with 10+ years in heavy civil construction, with deep expertise in grading and earthwork and a strong working knowledge of DOT policies, specifications, and contract requirements. The Superintendent will serve as the senior field leader on assigned projects, responsible for schedule, cost, quality, safety, and subcontractor coordination across all phases of work. While grading and DOT work are the primary focus, this role will be involved in every facet of the project, including utilities coordination, paving operations, traffic control, and closeout, and will work alongside our existing utility and asphalt superintendents.

Main ResponsibilitiesField Operations & Project Leadership

• Lead day-to-day field operations for grading, earthwork, drainage, and roadway construction.

• Develop and maintain the project schedule, sequencing work across grading, utilities, structures, and paving.

• Plan and direct equipment, labor, and material resources to meet production targets.'

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the owner, DOT inspectors, engineers, and project stakeholders in the field.

• DOT Compliance & Specifications

• Interpret and apply state DOT standard specifications, special provisions, and contract documents.

• Ensure work meets DOT requirements for compaction, moisture control, subgrade preparation, base and embankment placement, and tolerances.

• Manage testing coordination (density, moisture, proctors) and maintain compliant documentation.

• Prepare and review pay estimates, quantity tracking, change order requests, and supporting documentation.

• Maintain familiarity with DOT bid items, unit pricing, and measurement and payment criteria.

• Grading & Earthwork

• Oversee cut/fill operations, haul routes, stockpile management, erosion and sediment control, and stormwater compliance (SWPPP/NPDES as applicable).

• Read and verify plans, cross sections, and survey layouts; coordinate with survey crews for stakeout and grade verification.

• Evaluate site conditions and recommend means and methods to maximize productivity and minimize rework.

• Cross-Functional Coordination

Main Responsibilities Continued

• Coordinate with utility and asphalt superintendents on sequencing, access, and handoffs between trades.

• Manage subcontractors, including scope, schedule, safety compliance, and performance.

• Coordinate traffic control and maintenance of traffic (MOT) plans in active roadway environments.