What are the responsibilities and job description for the Concrete Superintendent position at Gunter Construction Company?
Gunter Construction Company is seeking an experienced Heavy Civil Construction Superintendent to lead field operations for concrete and civil construction projects. Our work includes concrete paving, street rehabilitation, concrete flatwork, dirt work, grading, earthwork, and municipal/public works construction. We are looking for a hands-on Concrete Superintendent who knows how to lead crews, coordinate manpower and equipment, drive production, solve field challenges, and keep projects safe, productive, on schedule, and within budget.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily field operations for heavy civil and concrete construction projects
- Supervise projects involving concrete paving, roadway and street rehabilitation, flatwork, dirt work, grading, earthwork, and municipal construction
- Plan and coordinate daily work, crews, manpower, equipment, and materials
- Develop and maintain project schedules and short-term look-ahead plans
- Monitor daily production, labor hours, equipment usage, and material quantities
- Read and interpret construction plans, drawings, specifications, and project schedules
- Coordinate field activities with Project Managers, Foremen, subcontractors, inspectors, suppliers, and utility companies
- Conduct jobsite inspections and participate in weekly safety meetings
- Enforce OSHA and Gunter Construction safety requirements
- Ensure work meets project specifications, quality standards, and production goals
- Review daily reports, employee timecards, and production quantities
- Identify and resolve field issues, scheduling conflicts, and constructability concerns
- Coordinate equipment, concrete, materials, and jobsite deliveries
- Lead, coach, and develop Foremen and field employees
- Promote teamwork, accountability, productivity, and a strong safety culture
- Maintain a clean, organized, productive, and safe jobsite
- Work closely with Project Management and Operations to keep projects on schedule and within budget
Qualifications
- 5 years of heavy civil and/or concrete construction experience
- 3 years as a Construction Superintendent, Civil Superintendent, Concrete Superintendent, General Foreman, or similar field leadership position
- Strong experience with concrete paving, street rehabilitation, concrete flatwork, dirt work, grading, earthwork, and municipal/public works projects
- Strong knowledge of heavy civil construction means and methods
- Proven ability to lead field crews and coordinate multiple construction activities
- Ability to read and understand construction plans, specifications, drawings, and schedules
- Strong understanding of construction safety and OSHA requirements
- OSHA 30 Construction certification
- Working knowledge of KDOT, MoDOT, KCMO, and municipal construction requirements preferred
- Strong communication, leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Must pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Commercial construction: 4 years (Preferred)
- Heavy Civilo: 4 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $61,378 - $92,698