Project Superintendent

Department: Field Operations

Work Location: Mendota Heights, MN

Job type: Year-Round / Non-Union or Union option

Pay Type / Range:

Salary.  $90,000 - $125,000 per year (based on experience and qualifications). Bonus Program eligibility.
(This pay range is a good-faith estimate of compensation for this role.)

Option 1: Non-Union Benefits & Additional Information:

• Health Benefits include Medical, Vision, Dental, Pharmacy and Short-Term Disability (STD).
  • Additional Voluntary Health Benefits include Flex Savings Account (FSA).
• Company-Paid Benefits include Basic Term Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD).
• Retirement (Profit-Sharing Program) – eligibility after one year waiting period.
• Mental Health & Wellness Support provided through TEAM EAP.
• PTO Program covering all time away from work.
• Company paid holidays.
• Referral bonuses – earn rewards to help us recruit new talent.
• Annual boot allowance.

Option 2: Union Benefits & Additional Information:

• We are signatory with the following unions: Operating Engineers Local 49, Laborers Local 563, Teamsters Local 120 and Mason Local 633.
  • Health & Welfare Benefits and Pension would all remain through your union.
  • As a salaried employee, you will be a non-bargaining union member.
• Mental Health & Wellness Support provided through TEAM EAP.
• PTO Program covering all time away from work.
• Company paid holidays.
• Referral bonuses – earn rewards to help us recruit new talent.
• Annual boot allowance. 

Job Summary: Our Project Superintendent plays a critical leadership role in the successful execution of heavy civil construction projects. This individual is responsible for on-site field operations, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and according to specifications and quality standards. The Superintendent works closely with Estimators/Project Managers, subcontractors, field crews, and clients to coordinate daily activities, resolve issues, and maintain a safe and productive job site.

Other Requirements: All candidates are required to pass a thorough Background Check, Physical and Drug Test.  References may also be checked. We participate in E-Verify.

Job Duties & Requirements:

Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Direct and supervise all field activities and personnel on assigned projects.
• Develop and implement daily and weekly work plans and schedules in coordination with the Estimator/Project Manager.
• Coordinate work with subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and internal crews.
• Help maintain daily project logs and reporting.
• Enforce compliance with company safety policies and OSHA regulations.
• Monitor quality control on work being performed and ensure compliance with project specifications and standards.
• Work closely with the Estimator/Project Manager to forecast needs, manage resources, and resolve any field-level issues or delays.
• Inspect work progress and provide feedback to foremen and field crews to improve productivity and outcomes.
• Manage site logistics, including material deliveries, traffic control, erosion control, and general housekeeping.
• Serve as a liaison between the field and office, maintaining strong communication with all stakeholders.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• 5 years of field experience in heavy civil construction; at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of civil construction practices, including grading, utilities, paving, and/or concrete work.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and schedules.
• A problem-solving mindset with the ability to anticipate challenges and provide solutions.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with a track record of motivating teams and maintaining a collaborative, high-performance work environment.
• Proven ability to manage crews, subcontractors, and site activities efficiently and safely.
• Proficient in field reporting tools, time tracking, and construction documentation.
• OSHA 30 certification or willingness to obtain.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites as needed.

Live up to our company Core Values:

• Safety - Safety in the workplace is a mutual responsibility of the employer, management and all employees. We have an expectation that all employees will play an active role in workplace safety and always promote a positive safety culture.
• Quality - Quality is the best business plan. It is an investment in our future.  Quality leads to consistency.  Consistency leads to happy employees, satisfied customers and a growing business.
• Respect - Respect at work is crucial as it promotes healthy relationships between coworkers and managers, as well as outside the organization. A respectful employee is a sign of a respectful organization and therefore creates a positive image of our company and our workplace. 
• Integrity - Real integrity is doing the right thing, whether someone realizes it or not. Displaying Integrity helps build trust and drives a certain level of expectation.  Integrity is choosing your thoughts and actions based on values rather than personal gain.
• Commitment - Commitment is the bond employee’s share with their organization and its employees. Committed employees bring exceptional value to the organization through their support, productivity, determination, reliability and quality.  Commitment shows and can be contagious. 

Company Information:

For more than 75 years, Bituminous Roadways has aspired to be your full-service asphalt pavement solutions provider, and contractor of choice, to both work for and with. We are a union contractor with a diverse workforce dedicated to safety, innovation, continual improvement, environmental stewardship and most importantly, superior customer service.

At Bituminous Roadways, we're energetic and passionate about what we do with an excellent reputation for performance and as a place to work.  Because of our continued growth, we seek qualified candidates who share our vision, values, and commitment to superior customer service.

More reasons to join BR:

• Family owned and operated
• Paid Training
• Advancement opportunities – we aim to promote within
• No out of town jobs / home every night
• Family Oriented – Annual events

Bituminous Roadways, Inc. is committed to building a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital status, familial status, age, disability, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.