Superintendent - Heavy Civil Steel Construction

Gables Search Group

Newark, NJ

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Newark, NJ
POSTED
30+ days ago

Superintendent - Heavy Civil Steel Construction 

We are seeking an experienced Superintendent to oversee all on-site steel erection activities for civil infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in structural and miscellaneous steel erection, strong coordination skills, and a proven ability to deliver work safely, on time, and to specification.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise safe and efficient erection of structural/miscellaneous steel (beams, columns, trusses, braces, stairs, railings, connections).
  • Coordinate with project managers, engineers, fabricators, erectors, and other trades for timely material delivery and installation.
  • Manage daily steel field operations, crew productivity, equipment use, and site organization.
  • Ensure compliance with project specs, AISC standards, codes, tolerances, and quality requirements through inspections.
  • Develop and maintain steel schedules (short- and long-term) aligned with overall project timeline.
  • Enforce OSHA and company safety protocols; promote a strong safety culture.
  • Proactively identify and resolve field issues (clashes, fit-up problems, fabrication errors).
  • Maintain accurate daily reports, logs, inspection records, and progress tracking.
  • Serve as primary on-site liaison for steel-related matters between field, management, and design teams.

Qualifications:

  • 8+ years of hands-on steel erection experience in civil/structural/heavy construction.
  • Proven leadership as Superintendent, General Foreman, or Foreman on steel-intensive projects (bridges, industrial plants, heavy civil).
  • Strong knowledge of steel systems, erection sequencing, rigging, welding, bolting, and AISC standards.
  • Ability to read/interpret structural drawings, shop drawings, and specifications.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills (union & non-union crews).
  • OSHA 30-Hour Certification (preferred); NCCER or similar steel/safety certifications a plus.
  • Proficient with construction management software (e.g., Procore) and Microsoft Office.
  • Experience coordinating steel with concrete and multiple trades on complex sites.
  • Valid driver’s license

About the Company

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Gables Search Group

Gables Search Group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio has been a leader in search and placement nationwide since 2002.  Our company specializes in both direct and contract (temporary) staffing in all industries and disciplines.

At Gables Search Group, we connect exceptional professionals with outstanding organizations.  Our commitment to integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, and respect sets us apart. With a personalized approach to recruitment, we ensure the perfect match between candidates and employers.

Whether you are a talented professional seeking new opportunities or an organization looking to build a high-performing team, Gables Search Group is here to guide you through the journey. Our success is built on the success of our clients and candidates, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the careers and businesses we serve.

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
https://www.gablessearch.com/