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Civil Superintendent

Structure Tone
Poughkeepsie, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/24/2026
Job Description

Civil Superintendent – Job Description

Job Title

Civil Superintendent

Job Summary

Structure Tone part of the STO Building Group, is seeking a Civil Superintendent is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all on-site civil construction activities in Poughkeepsie, NY. This role ensures projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. The Civil Superintendent supervises field crews, coordinates subcontractors, and works closely with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Project Supervision

  • Manage daily field operations for civil construction projects.
  • Coordinate work between subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, and internal crews.
  • Ensure work is completed according to project plans, specifications, and schedules.
  • Monitor project progress and address delays or issues promptly.

Site Management

  • Maintain a safe and organized construction site.
  • Conduct daily site inspections and enforce safety policies and procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory requirements.
  • Manage site logistics including equipment, materials, and workforce.

Scheduling & Coordination

  • Assist in developing and maintaining construction schedules.
  • Coordinate manpower, materials, and equipment to meet project milestones.
  • Lead daily or weekly coordination meetings with crews and subcontractors.

Quality Control

  • Ensure all work meets quality standards and engineering specifications.
  • Review plans, drawings, and specifications before execution.
  • Coordinate inspections and resolve quality-related issues.

Communication & Reporting

  • Communicate project updates, risks, and issues to the Project Manager.
  • Maintain daily reports, logs, and documentation of site activities.
  • Work with engineers, architects, and inspectors to resolve field issues.

Team Leadership

  • Supervise field staff, foremen, and labor crews.
  • Provide guidance, training, and performance feedback to team members.
  • Foster a collaborative and productive work environment.

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
  • Equivalent field experience may be considered.

Experience

  • 7–10 years of civil construction experience.
  • 3–5 years in a supervisory role such as foreman or superintendent.
  • Experience in projects such as:
    • Earthwork & grading
    • Underground utilities
    • Roadways & paving
    • Concrete structures
    • Site development
Required Skills

  • Strong leadership and team management
  • Knowledge of civil construction methods and equipment
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
  • Scheduling and project coordination
  • Problem-solving and decision-making
  • Safety compliance knowledge (OSHA standards)
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills

Salary Range: $120,000 – $180,000

Eligible for Bonus based on performance and company profitability.

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [Medical Insurance] [Dental Insurance] [Vision Insurance] [Health Savings Account] [Healthcare Flexible Spending Account] [Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account] [401(k) retirement plan with employer match] [Life & AD&D Insurance] [Long-term Disability Insurance] [Short-term Disability Insurance] [Critical Illness Insurance] [Accident Insurance] [Hospital Indemnity Insurance] [Home & Auto Insurance] [Family Support] [Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation] [Paid time off: 2 Weeks for Non-Exempt and Three Weeks for Exempt] [Time Away Benefits] [8 Paid Holidays] [Group Legal] [Employee Stock Purchase Plan] [Identity Theft Protection] [Group Legal] [Pet Insurance] [Employee Assistance Program]

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

EEO Statement

The STO Building Group family of companies—Structure Tone, Structure Tone Southwest, Pavarini Construction Co., Pavarini McGovern, LF Driscoll, Govan Brown, Ajax Building Company, BCCI Construction, Layton Construction, Abbott Construction, and RC Andersen—includes over 4,000 employees located in offices throughout the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland. We provide a complete range of construction services, from site selection analysis, design constructability review and aesthetic enhancements to interior fit-outs, new building construction, and building infrastructure upgrades and modernization. Learn more about how we partner with our clients to imagine, execute, and realize their vision at stobuildinggroup.com .

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

About Us

We build amazing spaces. With our complete range of services—from site selection analysis to design and aesthetic enhancements to sustainable construction management and building infrastructure upgrades.

The STO Building Group family of companies—Structure Tone, Structure Tone Southwest, Pavarini Construction Co., Pavarini McGovern, LF Driscoll, Govan Brown, Ajax Building Company, BCCI Construction, Layton Construction, Abbott Construction, and RC Andersen—includes over 4,000 employees located in offices throughout the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland. We provide a complete range of construction services, from site selection analysis, design constructability review and aesthetic enhancements to interior fit-outs, new building construction, and building infrastructure upgrades and modernization. Learn more about how we partner with our clients to imagine, execute, and realize their vision at stobuildinggroup.com.

Salary : $120,000 - $180,000

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