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General Superintendent - Heavy & Civil

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Join Our Team at R-2 Contractors!

With over 15 years of dedication to excellence in Civil & Underground construction services, R-2 Contractors has established itself as a leader in the industry. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Central Oregon, we specialize in a variety of excavation services, ranging from small commercial ventures to large-scale, custom residential projects. Our team is committed to delivering quality and precision in every project. “Pride, Grit, & Own It!”

Position Available: General Superintendent - Heavy & Civil

R-2 Contractors is looking for a dedicated and experienced Heavy Civil General Superintendent to join our team. This exciting opportunity requires willingness to travel up to 100% as needed to and from different job sites out of state.

Responsibilities:

  • Make changes in the operation as necessary to best meet construction deadlines
  • Implement management techniques that are cost-effective and efficient
  • Maintain an in-depth understanding of local, state, and federal construction regulations
  • Demonstrate strong organizational skills, including time management, delegation, prioritization, and multitasking
  • Act as a liaison between project management and field leaders
  • Conduct job site evaluations
  • Uphold and hold others accountable to the Company Core Values
  • Provide team member coaching and guidance as needed
  • Ensure company policies and procedures are followed in the field
  • Collaboratively assign/schedule employees to projects
  • Source and procure specialty materials or equipment
  • Assess manpower and equipment needs from the field
  • Relay union agreements and limitations to field leaders
  • Step in and help get projects across the finish line
  • Manage material lists and project take-off
  • Support and collaborate with project management
  • Identify possible areas for savings – crew, equipment, execution, and materials
  • Build and maintain relationships with vendors, clients, and internal team members
  • Manage owner relations

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in heavy civil construction
  • Skilled understanding of earthwork in all weather conditions
  • Experience operating 400-class excavators, D8 and larger dozers, rock trucks, etc.
  • Proven experience supervising and directing successful heavy civil construction projects
  • Previous experience in a Superintendent role
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word
  • Experience with or willingness to be trained on HCSS Software (HeavyJob, HeavyBid, Telematics)
  • Experience with or willingness to be trained on Microsoft Project
  • Strong team player, flexible, and willing to take on multiple duties as needed
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and self-driven
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and have a driving record acceptable to the company’s insurance carrier
  • Ability to work long hours and in varying conditions
  • Provide five professional references

Job Type:

  • Full-time
  • Salary: $175,000 - $220,000 DOE 

Benefits:

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) / Sick Leave
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (coverage for the entire family)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • 5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus
  • Company vehicle provided

Work Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday, with flexibility as required by project needs

Work Location:

  • In-person

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're ready to bring your expertise and passion for construction to a growing company, apply today and be part of a team that values quality, integrity, and precision in every project!

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General Superintendent - Heavy & Civil

Phoenix, AZ
Full time

Published on 06/06/2025

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