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General Superintendent

Fresno, CA β€’ Not specified β€’ $240,000.00 - $290,000.00

Posted: August 27, 2026

Job Title: General Superintendent – Heavy Civil Infrastructure 🚧
πŸ“ Location: Fresno, California
πŸ’° Salary Range: $240,000 – $290,000 (Based on Experience)
πŸ•’ Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Project
Join one of California’s largest transportation infrastructure programs in the Central Valley. This landmark project includes a 32-mile corridor with major scopes such as roadway and railroad grade separations, viaducts, tunnel work, utility relocations, trench sections, roadway improvements, and a major river crossing.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced General Superintendent to lead field construction operations across multiple disciplines including earthwork, structures, civil, and transportation scopes. This senior leadership role is responsible for driving safety, schedule, quality, subcontractor performance, and daily field execution on a large-scale heavy civil project.
Key Responsibilities
βœ” Lead and direct discipline Superintendents across earthwork, structures, and civil construction operations
βœ” Ensure all work is executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with plans and specifications
βœ” Oversee field planning, scheduling, sequencing, logistics, manpower, and subcontractor coordination
βœ” Enforce contract requirements, quality standards, and productivity expectations for crews and subcontractors
βœ” Coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and site resources for maximum efficiency
βœ” Provide technical field leadership including drawing interpretation, means and methods, and equipment recommendations
βœ” Support project management with schedule development, site logistics plans, procedures, and documentation controls
βœ” Drive implementation of the Site Specific Safety Plan and maintain strong field safety culture
βœ” Coordinate daily with owner representatives, inspectors, agencies, and internal leadership teams
βœ” Resolve field issues quickly to maintain uninterrupted progress
βœ” Mentor and develop Superintendents, Foremen, and field leadership staff
Qualifications
βœ” 15+ years of construction experience
βœ” 10+ years of experience as a Superintendent on heavy civil projects
βœ” Experience leading projects valued at $200M+
βœ” Prior superintendent experience on bridge, highway, transit, or large infrastructure projects
βœ” Strong knowledge of U.S. construction methods, means and methods, and industry standards
βœ” Experience working with City, State, or Federal public agency clients preferred
βœ” Knowledge of labor relations, subcontract management, local trades, and union environments
βœ” Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Bluebeam, HCSS HeavyBid, Procore, or similar construction software
βœ” OSHA Certification and First Aid certifications preferred
βœ” Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
βœ” High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required
Preferred Background
βœ” Large public works megaprojects
βœ” Rail corridor or transportation infrastructure
βœ” Bridges, structures, grading, roadway, and utility scopes
βœ” California public agency experience
Compensation & Benefits
βœ” Competitive executive-level compensation based on experience
βœ” Benefits package
βœ” Opportunity to lead field operations on one of California’s most significant infrastructure projects
Apply Today
If you are a proven heavy civil field leader with major project experience, this is a rare opportunity to lead large-scale construction operations on a landmark program.