Earthworks Superintendent

Ames Construction has built America for more than 60 years, and the exceptional people who make up our team are a vital factor in our success. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that brings innovative solutions to many market segments, from highway and bridge construction to mining and rail. Ames isan employee-owned company that retains its entrepreneurial spirit while offering the experience and stability of a proven construction industry leader. Equipped with our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we make communities across the U.S. safer, keep supply chains moving, and lay the groundwork for a sustainable future. By joining Ames, you will be working with talented colleagues at an award-winning, nationally recognized top65 general contractor.

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Ames Construction, a nationally recognized, family-owned heavy civil and industrial contractor with 60 years of experience, is seeking a Civil Superintendent to lead field operations on infrastructure projects. This role involves enforcing safety standards, managing crews, coordinating with project stakeholders, maintaining schedules and budgets, and ensuring quality compliance. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in heavy civil construction, including 5 years in a supervisory role, along with strong leadership, communication, and planning skills. The position requires travel, physical site work, and a valid driver's license, and all applicants must pass a pre-employment drug test. Ames offers a values-driven work environment committed to integrity, innovation, and community impact.

The Civil Superintendent will be responsible for:

Key Duties and Responsibilities

* Instill Safety as a top priority.
* Hiring, training, and development of craft personnel.
* Develop and maintain open communications with Crews, Project Engineers, Safety Managers, and Clients.
* Monitor job schedule to ensure it is on track and coordinate work with contractors and deliveries with suppliers.
* Ensure construction complies with drawings, specifications, and all contractual requirements.
* Assist in preparing and executing work plans, manpower levels, material quantities, schedules, and equipment requirements.
* Monitor and adhere to established budgetary guidelines, and ensure that cost control measures are being followed.
* Inform project management of potential problems, work interferences, schedule difficulties, etc., and assist in solving these issues.
* Lead an effective discipline team, delegating responsibilities and setting goals to ensure the production of high-quality work that meets the requirements of company policies, procedures, industry standards, and client expectations.
* Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

* Five plus years of experience in a supervisory role.
* Minimum of 10 years as a foreman/supervisor in the Highway Heavy Civil Construction Industry.
* Highly knowledgeable in all aspects of civil construction.
* Understanding of cost management processes, planning, and scheduling.
* Experience in managing crews of 20 or more employees.
* Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
* Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
* Must have a positive attitude and possess excellent motivational skills.
* Time management, multitasking, and prioritization are crucial.
* Must have a valid Driver's License.

Working Conditions

* Travel - Various locations throughout Arizona. Subsequent projects will be nationally based.
* Schedule - Work assignment will be weekdays from 7:00 am through 3:00 pm, with the occasional need to work overtime.
* Construction Site Environment - physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach, and climb. Lifting and carrying material and objects. Exposed to high noise levels.

The ability to pass a Pre-employment drug test is required

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.