Civil Superintendent

Job Title: Civil Superintendent

Company: Loenbro, LLC

Business Unit/Department: Underground Maintenance & Installation (UMI)

Location: Wilmer, TX

Reports To: Project Manager

Employment Type: Full Time

FLSA Classification: Exempt

About Loenbro

Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex and establishing long-standing relationships with our partners. We have a national presence but a local approach, and every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care.

At Loenbro, we don't just offer jobs, we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work helps build and maintain the critical infrastructure that supports communities across the nation.

Job Summary

The Civil Superintendent is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, execution, and supervision of civil construction projects, including site development, earthwork, grading, excavation, underground utilities, drainage systems, concrete structures, and related infrastructure. This position provides direct leadership to field personnel, subcontractors, and equipment operators while ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project specifications and quality standards.

The Civil Superintendent works closely with Project Managers, clients, engineers, and foremen to coordinate resources, monitor production, and drive project success from mobilization through completion.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and implement project drawings, specifications, contracts, and civil construction plans.
• Direct and supervise daily field operations for civil construction projects.
• Coordinate crews, subcontractors, equipment, materials, and vendors to ensure efficient project execution.
• Develop, maintain, and manage three-week and six-week look-ahead schedules.
• Monitor project production rates and implement corrective actions to maintain schedule and budget objectives.
• Lead earthwork, grading, excavation, trenching, underground utility installation, storm drainage, paving preparation, and concrete activities.
• Conduct site inspections to verify quality standards, project specifications, and safety requirements are being met.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations as well as company safety policies.
• Lead daily planning meetings, safety meetings, and toolbox talks.
• Collaborate with Project Managers on manpower forecasting, scheduling, procurement, and project reporting.
• Support estimating and preconstruction efforts through constructability reviews, production analysis, equipment recommendations, and cost evaluations.
• Monitor project costs and productivity while identifying opportunities for improved efficiency.
• Train, mentor, and develop foremen, operators, and craft personnel.
• Maintain positive relationships with customers, inspectors, utility providers, engineers, and other stakeholders.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to expand business relationships and generate future work.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 5 years of Superintendent experience managing civil construction projects.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in heavy civil, sitework, earthwork, utility, or infrastructure construction.
• Proven experience leading multiple crews, subcontractors, and field personnel.
• Strong knowledge of grading, excavation, trenching, underground utility installation, stormwater systems, and civil site development.
• Experience coordinating heavy equipment including excavators, dozers, graders, loaders, compactors, and related construction equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret civil plans, profiles, specifications, and utility drawings.
• Working knowledge of civil construction methods, means, and sequencing.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction scheduling software.
• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent safety training.
• Trench Safety and Competent Person certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred

• Experience supporting industrial, energy, data center, utility, or large commercial projects.
• Knowledge of GPS machine control, survey layouts, and grade control systems.
• Experience managing self-perform civil crews.
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership and team-building abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to analyze project risks and implement proactive solutions.
• Thorough understanding of construction safety requirements and best practices.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to effectively manage project schedules, budgets, and field productivity.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

• Outdoor construction environments.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
• Active construction sites with heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Exposure to dust, mud, noise levels exceeding 85 decibels, and uneven terrain.
• Frequent walking on construction sites.
• Ability to enter excavations and trenches when required.
• Climbing ladders, embankments, and construction equipment.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Operation of company vehicles when required.
• Valid driver's license and proof of insurability required. All drivers are subject to DMV background record review.

This role requires compliance with all applicable safety regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Loenbro Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) policies.

Benefits

Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.

Our Core Values (LEAD)

At Loenbro, we are guided by our core values:

• Living with Integrity
• Exceeding Expectations
• Acting with Urgency
• Delivering Excellence

If you're ready to join a company committed to building exceptional projects, developing outstanding people, and delivering excellence every day, we want to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.