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Superintendent - Heavy Civil Construction: Princeton, NJ

Michael Page International

  • Princeton, New Jersey
  • 3 days ago
  • $135,000–$165,000 Per Year
  • Full-time

Highlights

Their portfolio includes roadway improvements, bridge construction, utility installations, sitework, earthmoving, drainage systems, and public infrastructure projects for municipal, state, and private-sector clients. Our client is a respected heavy civil contractor with a long-standing reputation for delivering complex infrastructure and site development projects throughout New Jersey and the surrounding region.
Michael Page International

Numbers & Facts

LocationPrinceton, New Jersey
Job TypeFull-time
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary$135,000–$165,000 Per Year
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Websitehttps://www.michaelpage.ca/

Description

Superintendent

Our client is a respected heavy civil contractor with a long-standing reputation for delivering complex infrastructure and site development projects throughout New Jersey and the surrounding region. Their portfolio includes roadway improvements, bridge construction, utility installations, sitework, earthmoving, drainage systems, and public infrastructure projects for municipal, state, and private-sector clients. Due to continued growth and a strong backlog of work, they are seeking an experienced Superintendent to join their field leadership team in Princeton, NJ.

The Superintendent will be responsible for overseeing daily field operations on heavy civil construction projects, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This individual will serve as the primary field leader and coordinate all on-site personnel, subcontractors, equipment, and project activities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage day-to-day field operations for heavy civil construction projects.
  • Coordinate crews, subcontractors, vendors, and equipment resources.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules and work plans.
  • Ensure compliance with all OSHA, company, and client safety requirements.
  • Monitor production rates and project progress to meet deadlines.
  • Conduct daily site meetings and safety briefings.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, and Estimators to ensure project success.
  • Review project plans, specifications, and schedules.
  • Identify and resolve field issues proactively to minimize delays.
  • Track quantities, manpower, and equipment utilization.
  • Maintain project documentation including daily reports, inspections, and progress updates.
  • Foster strong relationships with clients, inspectors, and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience as a Superintendent on heavy civil construction projects.
  • Experience managing roadway, bridge, utility, site development, excavation, grading, or infrastructure projects.
  • Strong understanding of construction means and methods.
  • Proven leadership experience managing multiple crews and subcontractors.
  • Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.
  • Knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety practices.
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Compensation:

  • Competitive base salary: $135,000 - $165,000+ (depending on experience)
  • Annual performance bonus potential
  • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid Time Off and company holidays
  • Career advancement opportunities with a growing organization
  • Long-term project pipeline offering stability and growth

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.

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