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About the Role

The Site Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all surface-level field operations for a large, complex urban transit infrastructure project. This role provides direct leadership to field crews and subcontractors, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant execution of construction activities in dense urban environments with public interfaces.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate all daily surface construction activities, including excavation, grading, utilities, concrete work, paving, site restoration, and temporary works.
Direct field crews and subcontractors to ensure work is performed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and work plans.
Plan and manage daily work sequencing to maintain productivity while coordinating with adjacent project areas and stakeholders.
Identify and resolve constructability challenges, field conflicts, and differing site conditions impacting surface operations.
Ensure surface work supports overall project milestones and interfaces effectively with underground construction activities.
Enforce all OSHA, project-specific, and client safety requirements; lead daily toolbox talks and site safety briefings.
Monitor field operations to ensure compliance with safety plans, traffic control plans, and environmental protection measures.
Oversee quality control for surface construction activities, including excavation limits, backfill, concrete placement, and restoration.
Support safety inspections, audits, and corrective actions in coordination with project safety staff.
Ensure surface operations comply with environmental permits, dust control, noise mitigation, and erosion and sediment control requirements.
Assist with short-interval planning, look-ahead schedules, and coordination of manpower, equipment, and materials.
Track daily production, labor hours, equipment utilization, and quantities installed.
Maintain accurate daily field reports, logs, timesheets, and material tracking documentation.
Support cost control efforts by monitoring productivity and identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements.
Coordinate surface logistics in constrained urban conditions, including material deliveries, equipment staging, and access control.
Oversee implementation of traffic maintenance plans (MPT), pedestrian protection, and coordination with local agencies.
Interface with inspectors, utility owners, and regulatory authorities related to surface construction activities.
Manage public-facing work zones with an emphasis on safety, cleanliness, and minimal disruption.
Serve as the primary surface field liaison with Project Managers, Engineers, Safety, Quality, and Inspection teams.
Communicate daily progress, issues, and risks to project leadership.
Coordinate multiple trades and subcontractors to avoid interference and maintain efficient work flow.
Support resolution of field issues through collaboration with engineering and construction management teams.

Requirements

Ability to lead crews in active construction zones with heavy equipment and public interfaces.
Strong coordination skills across multiple subcontractors and disciplines.
Ability to adapt work plans in response to changing site conditions and schedule demands.
Commitment to safety, quality, and environmental compliance.
Ability to work in rotating shifts (including nights and weekends) in confined, underground spaces with exposure to dust, noise, and vibration.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to maintain clear and organized records.
Problem-solving mindset with the ability to respond to real-time field conditions and make decisions under pressure.
Work is primarily performed at active construction sites, including underground and surface environments.
Must be able to stand, walk, and climb for extended periods; navigate uneven ground, scaffolding, and ladders; and work around heavy equipment.
Exposure to noise, dust, vibration, confined spaces, and varying weather conditions is common.
Requires regular use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety boots, high-visibility clothing, and eye/ear protection.
Ability to perform site inspections, monitor field activities, and respond quickly to safety or operational issues in physically demanding conditions.
Flexibility to work extended hours, nights, weekends, and rotating shifts as project demands require.
Occasional office-based work is required for reviewing documents, preparing reports, and coordinating with project management teams.

Skills

Heavy civil construction
Earthwork
Utility relocations
Excavation support
Concrete placement
Roadway restoration
Site logistics
Traffic maintenance
Construction methods
Paving
Site restoration
Temporary works
Safety plans
Traffic control plans
Environmental protection measures
Quality control
Environmental permits
Dust control
Noise mitigation
Erosion and sediment control
Short-interval planning
Look-ahead schedules
Manpower coordination
Equipment coordination
Material coordination
Production tracking
Labor hour tracking
Equipment utilization tracking
Quantity installation tracking
Daily field reporting
Log maintenance
Timesheet maintenance
Material tracking
Cost control
Efficiency improvement
Surface logistics coordination
Material delivery coordination
Equipment staging coordination
Access control coordination
Traffic maintenance plan implementation
Pedestrian protection
Local agency coordination
Public-facing work zone management
Communication
Problem-solving
Construction management software (e.g., Procore)
Microsoft Office

Location

Urban environments

Work Type

Field-based
Rotating shifts
Nights
Weekends
Extended hours

Experience Level

12–15 years of progressive experience in heavy civil construction
Demonstrated leadership experience managing field crews and subcontractors on large infrastructure or transportation projects

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management preferred, or equivalent field experience
OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety certification (or equivalent) required

About the Company

FCC is dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and respected.

Equal Opportunity

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetics, creed, veteran status, military status, or any other characteristic protected under Federal, State, or local laws.
Reasonable accommodation will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.