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Heavy Civil Superintendent

Gallo Construction Corp
Albany, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 10/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/18/2027

Introduction: We are hiring a skilled superintendent with experience in excavation, site work, concrete, piping, and process equipment installation. The ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and submittals is required. The ability to participate actively in the work and lead a team as the working superintendent is required. Water and wastewater treatment plant experience is strongly preferred.

Job Summary: Provide overall leadership for on-site construction, including direct supervision of Gallo tradesmen, subcontractors, and other construction related personnel. Direct them in planning, coordination and execution of work to be on time and within budget while maintaining a safe workplace and promoting client relationships.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Utilize drawings and submittals to create detailed work plans, including required manpower, equipment, and small tools and supplies needed to complete all tasks
  • Communicate with subcontractors and vendors to ensure that materials are on-site when needed, and that subcontracted work is completed on time
  • Ensure that work is being completed safely and that the quality of work performed exceeds expectations
  • Compile timesheets weekly and assign labor hours to cost codes to ensure labor dollars are being accurately tracked
  • Promote our company image through professional interaction with owners, engineers, subcontractors and suppliers on our jobsites

Job Qualifications:

  • 5-7 years of experience in civil construction, including exposure to excavation, utilities and concrete work
  • 1-3 years of experience in leading a team
  • Ability to travel within a 1 hour radius of Watervliet, NY
  • Knowledge of OSHA requirements and ability to create a job hazard analysis
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, and other basic computer software

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Working experience on construction projects related to water/wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and complex municipal infrastructure work.
  • Ability to operate heavy equipment, actively work as part of the crew assisting with excavation, pipefitting, carpentry, ironworking, and millwrighting as required
  • 2-year or 4-year college degree
  • Experience building crews, including assisting in recruiting, training, and retaining tradesmen
  • Developing 2-week look-ahead schedules to assist in forecasting labor expenses and manhour needs

Compensation:

  • Competitive salary
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement plan
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Inclusive work environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48.00 - $76.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program

Application Question(s):

  • Are you willing to travel and commute to the jobsite each day?
  • Do you have experience working on prevailing wage municipal public works projects?
  • Do you have 5 years of civil construction, excavation, or site work?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $48 - $76

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