Superintendent - Civil Construction; Bridges & Highways

Overview

Location:

Charleston, West Virginia
Base Salary: $100,000 - $125,000 (DOE) (US Dollar)
Industry: Heavy Civil / Infrastructure
Job Category:
Field Operations / Construction Management

Hire Now Staffing is seeking an experienced Civil Construction Superintendent to lead the execution of a high-profile infrastructure project in Charleston, West Virginia. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in the delivery of critical public works bridges, highways, structural concrete, and deep foundations with a company that values precision, performance, and project excellence.

You'll be the central figure on-site, managing crews, vendors, and subcontractors while ensuring safety, quality, and schedule compliance at every stage of construction.

This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in the dirt, someone who has walked miles of rebar, managed complex phasing, and had the scars (and stories) to prove it.

• Lead field execution of bridge and highway projects with a strong focus on earthwork, drainage, structural concrete, and drilled shafts
• Coordinate daily work with subcontractors, field engineers, foremen, and equipment operators
• Manage logistics and site organization, ensuring materials, tools, and equipment are where they need to be when they need to be
• Enforce and model site safety protocols that align with both federal and company standards
• Drive production goals while upholding uncompromising quality in work execution
• Monitor project progress and adapt work plans to stay ahead of schedule constraints
• Maintain clear communication with Project Managers, Field Engineers, and Inspectors to keep the team aligned
• Interpret blueprints and specifications and translate them into actionable field activities
• Conduct daily briefings and site meetings to review plans, address challenges, and assign responsibilities
• Serve as the boots-on-the-ground problem solver for all field issues

• 10+ years of construction experience in heavy civil/infrastructure projects (bridges, highways, or DOT work preferred)
• Experience overseeing full-site operations as a Superintendent or General Foreman on complex transportation projects
• Deep technical knowledge of structural concrete, drilled shafts, and heavy equipment operation
• Strong ability to read and interpret civil drawings, plans, and technical specs
• Natural communicator who can lead teams, resolve conflict, and maintain field discipline
• Skilled at juggling field productivity, safety, and logistics all at once
• Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred, but not required with extensive experience
• Proficiency with daily reports, scheduling software, and project documentation tools

• Employee-Owned Company (ESOP) Build equity in the business as you grow your career
• Comprehensive
  
  Health Benefits:
  
  Medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Life Insurance:
  Company-paid and optional supplemental coverage
• Career Stability & Growth:
  Long-term infrastructure projects and clear career path into General Superintendent or Project Executive roles

If you’ve been looking for a leadership role where you can put your name behind complex public works that impact communities and you’re ready to lead from the front, this Superintendent role is your next step. You’ll be empowered, respected, and supported by a team that’s as committed to safety and quality as you are.