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Heavy Civil Superintendent in Columbia

Date Posted: 29 October 2026

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Job Description

Superintendent - Heavy Civil Construction (Bridges, Pile Driving & Wastewater Projects)

Near South Gate, MD

Employment Type: Full-Time

Lead Complex Heavy Civil Projects with a Growing Industry Leader

We are seeking an experienced Superintendent to join our expanding Heavy Civil Construction team serving the Maryland region. This is an excellent opportunity to become a key leader within a company experiencing significant growth and investing heavily in its people, equipment, and future.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on field leadership experience managing bridge construction, pile driving, drilled foundations, wastewater infrastructure, and related heavy civil projects. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, take pride in delivering quality work safely, and want to grow with a company that values its employees, we want to speak with you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day field operations on Heavy Civil construction projects.
  • Lead crews, subcontractors, and field personnel to maintain project schedules and budgets.
  • Oversee bridge construction, pile driving, drilled shafts, deep foundations, and wastewater infrastructure work.
  • Coordinate equipment, materials, and manpower needs.
  • Ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.
  • Conduct daily planning, progress meetings, and site inspections.
  • Work closely with Project Managers, Owners, Engineers, and Inspectors.
  • Identify and resolve field issues proactively to minimize delays.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of Superintendent experience in Heavy Civil Construction.
  • Strong background in bridge construction, foundations, pile driving, drilling operations, and wastewater projects.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple crews and subcontractors.
  • Excellent understanding of project scheduling and production tracking.
  • OSHA knowledge and commitment to jobsite safety.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally as needed.

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities.
  • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
  • 401(k) with company contribution.
  • Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
  • Professional growth and advancement opportunities.
  • Stable backlog of work with a rapidly growing organization.
  • Majority of employee and family health insurance premiums paid by the company.
  • Supportive leadership team focused on long-term career development.

Why Join Us?

Our company is building for the future. With an expanding portfolio of bridge, marine, foundation, and wastewater infrastructure projects, we offer the stability of an established contractor combined with the opportunity and growth of a rapidly expanding organization. This role provides a clear path for advancement while leading impactful projects throughout the region.

Apply today and become part of a team where your leadership, expertise, and dedication are recognized and rewarded.

Send resume to brey.owen@gogpac.com for more information completely confidential 

Qualified candidates will be contacted to go over questions and next steps.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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