Experienced Geotechnical Superintendent - Smithfield, NC

Who We Are

We are builders. Field leaders. Problem solvers trusted to execute some of the most complex geotechnical work in the Southeast.

Subsurface Construction Company is a design-build geotechnical specialty contractor serving the Southeast since 1995. We deliver excavation support and deep foundation systems—soil nail walls, soldier pile walls, sheet pile walls, ground anchors, rock bolts, micropiles, and aggregate piers—on complex, high-risk jobsites.

Our Culture Is Built On Core Values That Guide How We Work In The Field And With Our Partners Earning Our Reputation Of Being Responsive, Reliable & Fair

Our Core Values

• Honest – We are honest with our clients and each other, even at the risk of financial loss.
• Respectful – We treat one another as we would like to be treated.
• Self-Motivated – We are self-motivated to do good work while continuously improving.
• Creative – We provide creative solutions, even if the solution eliminates our work.
  
  

Join the Subsurface Team

We’re Hiring An Experienced Superintendent

This is not a role for someone learning how to run work.

At Subsurface, the Superintendent is a senior field leader responsible for directing day-to-day jobsite execution in coordination with the Project Manager and General Superintendent. You are responsible for safety, quality, schedule, and production—and for leading crews and subcontractors to deliver work as designed.

If you believe successful projects are driven by preparation, discipline, and accountability—and fail through delay, indecision, and lack of ownership—keep reading.

If you are uncomfortable making decisions, holding people accountable, or owning outcomes, this role is not for you.

The Mission

Your mission is to safely deliver geotechnical construction projects on time, to plan, and without quality failures.

Success In This Role Means

• The jobsite operates safely—every day.
• Work is built to plans, specifications, and Subsurface standard procedures.
• Production aligns with the weekly plan.
• Issues are identified early and resolved before work stops.
• Clients and project teams can rely on your communication and follow-through.
  
  

Speed without safety, quality, or reliability is failure.

Who This Role Is For

This role is for someone who:

• Is honest about job conditions, progress, and risk.
• Leads crews with respect while enforcing standards.
• Is self-motivated and takes full ownership of outcomes.
• Applies creative problem-solving within engineering and safety constraints.
• Is responsive when plans change or issues arise.
• Is reliable in execution, reporting, and commitments.
• Is fair and consistent in managing performance and expectations.
  
  

You Perform Best When

• Authority is clear.
• Expectations are defined.
• Accountability is enforced.
  
  

What You Will Do

• Responsible for safe working conditions for employees in compliance with OSHA requirements and company safety program.
• Complete all required safety training and model safety practices.
• Responsible for safety plan for assigned projects.
• Submits daily field reports on time and accurately.
• Inspects equipment on job for service intervals and relay any equipment issues to Mechanic immediately.
• Ensures work is built to plan and SCC Standard Procedures with no quality issues.
• Communicates with client, PM and General Superintendent of any deviation from set plan.
• Maintain production according to the weekly plan.
• Complete testing and submit data to Engineer.
• Manages performance of direct reports.
• Submits material delivery information, Visa, and Lowes Pro expenses daily.
• Manages subcontractors and job site deliveries.
• Determine appropriate tools and equipment needed for job and schedules/procures accordingly.
• Resolve problems in time to prevent work stoppage.
• Communicates effectively and cooperates with client, vendors and internal team.
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment (equipment, vehicle, job site, materials, tools).
• Identifies and informs the Project Manager of the need for change orders when they occur.
• Manage the completion of all Punch Lists.
• Participates in project evaluation sessions and uses this information on future projects.
• Participate in daily huddle to report on progress.
• Ensure timely and regular attendance.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of employment.
  
  

Required

What You Must Bring

• HS Diploma or GED with minimum of 10 years’ experience in Geotechnical Construction Management or related experience is required; or 4-year degree in Construction Management or similar field with minimum of 5 years experience.
• Forklift Certification.
• Must have a current and valid driver's license.
• Must have strong communications skills.
• Proficient in Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
  
  

Preferred

• OSHA 30 Certification
  
  

Physical & Field Requirements

• Ability to walk and carry loads up to 100 pounds on uneven and sloping surfaces.
• Work outside in extreme heat and cold weather conditions.
• Walk, stand, and climb 4 to 6 hours per day.
• Twist and or reach to complete daily activities.
• Regularly required to use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls with proper PPE.
• Communicate verbally (both speaking and hearing) in potentially noisy environments.
• Must speak and understand English at a level appropriate to receive and comprehend specialized safety and training instructions in potentially noisy environments.
• Work in remote, difficult to access locations.
• Full time travel.
• Must be able to work up to 12-hour days; 7 days per week, if necessary.
  
  

Why Subsurface

We Provide

• 100% Employer Paid Health Insurance.
• 9 Paid Holidays.
• 401K Matching.
• Quarterly Company Performance Bonus.
• Opportunities for continued development.
• A family-oriented work culture grounded in faith, respect, and integrity.