Heavy Civil Superintendent - Highway

As a Heavy Civil Superintendent at our leading infrastructure firm in Houston, you will oversee and mentor project teams, coordinate subcontractor work, and ensure compliance with project specifications. Your role will require developing project plans, managing budgets, and maintaining a strong safety culture while effectively communicating updates and challenges to management and clients.

To qualify for the Heavy Civil Superintendent role at our Houston-based company, candidates should have over 8 years of experience in heavy civil construction and at least 5 years in a managerial position. A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or a related field is preferred, and holding a Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certification is a plus.

Success as a Heavy Civil Superintendent at our company requires excellent communication and leadership skills, a strong understanding of construction equipment, and the ability to read and interpret plans and specifications. Proficiency in problem-solving and decision-making is also critical.

In the role of Heavy Civil Superintendent, you will manage a variety of heavy civil infrastructure projects. This may include highways, bridges, and other critical community structures that require meticulous planning and oversight to ensure they meet safety and quality standards.

Heavy Civil Superintendents at our Houston company enjoy a competitive compensation package ranging from $130,000 to $150,000 per year, alongside a comprehensive health benefits plan, a robust 401(k) program, wellness initiatives, and a tuition reimbursement program to support your career growth.

When answering this question, provide specific examples of past projects you have managed, focusing on your role, challenges faced, and how you overcame them. Highlight your leadership style and the positive outcomes of your efforts.

Discuss your approach to fostering a safety culture on-site. Mention specific protocols you implement, safety training you conduct, and how you monitor compliance among your team and subcontractors to keep everyone safe.

Share strategies that build team dynamics, such as regular communication, setting clear expectations, and encouraging collaboration. Provide examples of how you resolve conflicts and ensure everyone is aligned towards project goals.

Explain your problem-solving process. Use examples of past challenges, detailing how you assessed the situation, consulted with your team, and implemented solutions to keep the project on track.

Talk about the tools and methods you use for scheduling and resource management, emphasizing your ability to adjust plans based on project needs and ensuring optimal use of resources.

Provide a compelling story about a project where you had a significant impact. Discuss your role, the challenges you faced, how you led the team to success, and the results achieved.

Describe your communication methods, such as regular update meetings, reports, and documentation. Emphasize how you tailor your communication to the client's needs to ensure transparency and trust.

Discuss the quality inspection processes you implement, the importance of compliance with project specifications, and how you address any deviations swiftly to maintain high standards.

Share the technological tools and software you find beneficial in project management, scheduling, or communication. Discuss how they enhance your productivity and the overall project workflow.

Explain your prioritization strategies. Describe how you allocate time effectively, delegate tasks, and utilize project management tools to ensure all projects receive the attention they need.