Superintendent (Heavy Civil)

Job Title: Superintendent (Heavy Civil)

Job Description

The Superintendent (Heavy Civil) oversees and coordinates all on-site construction activities for complex marine and heavy civil projects. This role requires extensive construction management experience and strong, hands-on leadership to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and to the specified quality standards. The Superintendent is accountable for planning and organizing materials, subcontractors, personnel, and equipment, while serving as a visible champion of safety, hazard recognition, and ethical work practices throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all daily activities on construction sites for marine and heavy civil projects.
• Plan, schedule, and organize materials, subcontractors, personnel, and equipment to ensure safe, efficient project execution.
• Lead the on-site construction team, providing clear direction, coaching, and support to maintain high performance and morale.
• Champion safe working conditions and practices, ensuring hazard recognition and control measures are consistently implemented and enforced.
• Maintain a strong on-site presence during construction hours to provide leadership, resolve issues, and keep work progressing according to plan.
• Manage project schedules using Primavera P6, monitoring progress and adjusting plans to meet milestones and overall project deadlines.
• Oversee quality control on all aspects of the work, ensuring construction meets design specifications, codes, and company standards.
• Coordinate and manage subcontractors, ensuring their work aligns with project requirements, safety standards, and schedule commitments.
• Administer and manage construction contracts, including change orders, documentation, and communication with project stakeholders.
• Review and interpret construction documents, drawings, and specifications, and communicate requirements clearly to field teams.
• Collaborate with project engineers and other project management personnel to solve technical challenges and maintain project momentum.
• Monitor site safety performance and conduct regular safety meetings, inspections, and corrective actions as needed.
• Support and enforce company core values by taking care of people, doing the right thing, and continuously seeking better ways to execute work.
• Represent the project and company professionally when interacting with clients, partners, and other external stakeholders.
• Ensure all work is executed with a strong focus on ethical conduct, environmental responsibility, and long-term community impact.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 10 years of construction experience within marine construction or heavy civil construction.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a superintendent leading projects with a value of $10 million or more.
• Proven leadership experience managing large-scale waterfront projects.
• Hands-on field experience combined with supervisory experience in a specific construction discipline such as marine construction, structures, heavy lifts, or concrete.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 scheduling software for planning and managing project timelines.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, execution, and monitoring of complex construction projects.
• Demonstrated experience in construction supervision and subcontractor management on heavy civil or marine projects.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from construction documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Experience with civil construction practices, including wharf construction and pile driving.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks in a fast-paced field environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective interaction with field teams, project management, and external stakeholders.
• Solid contract management skills, including handling change orders and maintaining accurate project documentation.
• Demonstrated, unwavering commitment to safety, hazard recognition, and safe work practices.
• High ethical standards and integrity in all aspects of project leadership and decision-making.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with general contractors and on high-profile marine infrastructure and energy projects.
• Quality control for marine and heavy civil construction projects.
• Site safety experience, including leading safety initiatives and fostering a strong safety culture.
• Experience with project engineering in a marine or heavy civil construction environment.
• Ability to foster an engaging and respectful environment where employees feel comfortable sharing ideas.
• Commitment to company values focused on taking care of people, doing the right thing, and finding better ways to deliver projects.
• Ability to travel and work at various project sites as needed.

Work Environment

This position is based onsite at marine and heavy civil project locations throughout Washington State and requires openness to regular travel between project sites. Work takes place in active construction environments, including waterfront and marine settings, where heavy equipment, pile driving operations, wharf construction, and other large-scale civil activities are common. The Superintendent works primarily in the field during construction hours, maintaining a strong presence on site to lead teams, monitor safety, and oversee progress. The organization emphasizes an engaging and respectful culture where employees are encouraged to share ideas, and where safety, quality, and ingenuity are central to daily operations.

This is a Permanent position based out of Seattle, WA.

The pay range for this position is $126000.00 - $189000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

100% paid medical, dental, and vision plans for eligible employees and 80% paid for their families Paid Time Off (sick, vacation, and holiday) Generous Retirement Plan: Employees contribute 3% and Manson contributes 7%. Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Annual discretionary bonus Car package or vehicle allowance Company provided cell phone

This is a fully onsite position in Seattle,WA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $126,000 - $189,000