What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Superintendent position at Inkinen Executive Search?
The Civil Superintendent is a hands-on field leader with heavy civil construction and underground utility experience, a strong background in infrastructure and site development projects, and a proven ability to lead crews, drive safety, and deliver projects on schedule.
Position Overview
A leading Hawaii-based heavy civil construction contractor is seeking an experienced Civil Superintendent to oversee field operations for complex infrastructure, site development, and utility construction projects on Kauai. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for directing crews, coordinating equipment and subcontractors, driving jobsite safety, and ensuring projects are completed efficiently, productively, and to the highest quality standards. This opportunity is ideal for a construction leader who enjoys being in the field, solving problems, mentoring teams, and delivering impactful civil infrastructure projects that serve local communities.
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day field operations on heavy civil construction projects.
- Coordinate labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and project schedules.
- Manage and develop field personnel, including foremen and craft workers.
- Ensure compliance with safety policies, OSHA requirements, and company standards.
- Monitor productivity, quality, and project performance to meet schedule objectives.
- Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, inspectors, and clients.
- Identify and resolve field issues before they impact project delivery.
- Oversee work involving excavation, grading, earthwork, utility installation, and site development activities.
- Conduct regular site meetings and communicate project priorities to field teams.
- Maintain a strong safety culture focused on accountability and continuous improvement.
Skills
- Heavy Civil Construction
- Earthwork, Grading & Excavation
- Underground Utilities
- Site Development & Infrastructure Projects
- Crew Leadership & Team Development
- Construction Operations Management
- Safety & Quality Compliance
- Project Planning & Coordination
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Communication & Collaboration
Requirements
- Proven experience leading field operations on heavy civil or civil infrastructure construction projects.
- Experience managing multiple crews, subcontractors, and construction activities simultaneously.
- Strong background in one or more of the following areas: Earthwork, Excavation, Grading, Underground Utilities, Site Development, Public Works or Roadway or Highway Construction
- Demonstrated commitment to jobsite safety and regulatory compliance.
- Ability to read construction plans, coordinate project activities, and manage field production goals.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, mentor, and hold teams accountable.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work on Kauai; relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.