Superintendent - General
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- San Antonio, TX, US
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Category
- Skilled trades
- Posted
Must have
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a superintendent on heavy highway, road, or bridge construction projects
- Experience managing medium to large projects ($10M+ required)
- Strong ability to read and interpret heavy civil construction drawings and specifications
- Knowledge of heavy civil construction and engineering principles and practices
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Strong prioritization and attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft programs such as Excel and Word
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a team
- Must be capable, licensed, and approved to drive a company pick-up truck or similar vehicle to work sites, offices, and other locations as required
- Must be able to climb up and down ladders and scaffolding to gain access to work and walk on uneven surfaces throughout construction sites
Full description
Build Your Future with a Company That’s Built America for Over a Century
For more than 100 years, Zachry Construction Corporation has been shaping America’s infrastructure from highways and bridges to major civil projects that connect communities and strengthen our nation. As a family-owned company, we’ve built our reputation on integrity, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to our people.
At Zachry, you’re not just joining a construction company—you’re joining a family that values hard work, teamwork, and doing the right thing because it’s the right thing to do. We’re looking for dedicated individuals who are ready to grow their careers and make a lasting impact.
Our Core Values guide everything we do: Every Person Matters®, Together We Can Do Great Things®, This Is More Than a Job®. Position Summary
The Construction Superintendent is a member of the heavy civil operations team responsible for planning and leading field operations to meet project expectations and production requirements. This position supervises field foremen and collaborates with field engineering staff and other project personnel to ensure the successful delivery of heavy highway, road, and bridge projects.
What You’ll Do
- Supervise heavy highway, road, and bridge construction projects to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Schedule and direct work crews and foremen to achieve production goals.
- Prepare work plans, hazard analyses, and safety assessments for assigned activities.
- Monitor work progress, quality, and adherence to safety and productivity standards.
- Manage and track project costs and resources, including equipment and subcontractors.
- Perform daily inspections of ongoing work and resolve issues that arise in the field.
- Support quality control efforts and ensure work meets design and performance standards.
- Continuously evaluate processes to improve productivity, safety, and quality.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a superintendent on heavy highway, road, or bridge construction projects
- Experience managing medium to large projects ($10M+ required)
- Strong ability to read and interpret heavy civil construction drawings and specifications
- Knowledge of heavy civil construction and engineering principles and practices
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and analytical skills