Superintendent (Lakeland/Tampa Area)

Lakeland, FL
Full Time
Experienced

Jr. Davis Construction Company, Inc. (JDC) is one of Central Florida’s largest and most respected heavy-highway, roadway, and site development contractors. With over 1,600 employees, $2 billion in bonding capacity, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality civil projects, we’re paving the way for the future — one road, bridge, and community at a time.

We are looking for a Superintendent based in the Lakeland/Tampa area to lead and manage civil site development projects, including grading, drainage, utilities, and roadway construction.
 

Job Description & Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and scheduling for grading, drainage, paving, structures, and other phases of civil site construction.

• Oversee field personnel, daily/weekly schedules and overall operations

• Planning and coordination of construction activities, including work with other company Superintendents and subcontractors

• Coordinate equipment, trucks, and crews to maximize efficiency

• Assist Engineers and Estimators as needed, and in the pursuit of new or additional work

• Attend project related meetings to discuss progress and public impact

• Manage on-site construction-related functions with regard to safety, budget and schedule

• Display leadership to meet the company values and objectives

• May assist with survey and field layout

• Promote and enforce the company’s safety program so that company safety objectives are achieved


Qualifications

• Competent in reading and understanding civil construction plans, drawings, and specifications

• Knowledge of project budgets and manage personnel and equipment efficiently

• Experienced in scheduling, ordering, field supervision, safety management, quality control and budgeting of all phases of civil construction

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills: assigning, directing and inspecting work, scheduling, rewarding or disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving conflicts on large and complex projects

• Experienced using project management and/or construction software

• Strong decision-making skills

• Good math skills; and familiar with DOT regulations and standards

• Excellent communication, organizational, supervisory and planning skills required

• 10+ years in heavy civil/site development supervision OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a similar field is preferred but not required

• Valid driver's license

• Ability to work in the Lakeland/Tampa area
 

Why JDC?

  • Competitive salary & benefits package

  • Company vehicle & fuel card

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off & holidays

  • A company culture that values people, safety, and the community

  • Projects that make a lasting impact across Central Florida

At JDC, we promote a drug-free workplace environment and pride ourselves on being an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Jr. Davis Construction Company, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively recruiting women and minorities for all open positions.

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