Geotechnical Superintendent, Heavy Civil / Foundations

Location: Atlanta, GA area | Schedule: Full-time, on-site/field-based | Compensation: Competitive base plus bonus potential

Overview

A leading heavy civil contractor with a strong Southeast presence and a deep backlog of infrastructure work is seeking a Geotechnical Superintendent to lead drilled shaft and deep foundation operations in the Atlanta area. This is an opportunity for an experienced geotechnical field leader to take on larger, well-resourced projects while running self‑perform crews across a range of specialty foundation work.

What you'll do

• Run daily field operations on geotechnical and deep foundation projects
• Lead drilled shaft, auger cast pile and earth retention crews
• Keep safety the top priority, working with the safety department and project management
• Plan means and methods for each geotechnical activity with the project team
• Manage drill rigs, grout plants and shotcrete pumps, including proper use and maintenance
• Update project schedules and track field productivity
• Manage labor costs and keep the work on budget
• Coordinate suppliers, subcontractors and self‑perform work
• Run quality control and field documentation on the job
• Keep project management updated on job status and take part in job start and job close meetings

Required qualifications

• 10+ years of geotechnical construction experience across soldier piles, tiebacks, micropiles, drilled shafts, CFA auger cast piles, wick drains and soil nails or rock nails
• Thorough understanding of drill rigs, grout plants and shotcrete pumps, their use and maintenance
• Able to learn and apply geotechnical construction methods, specs and procedures
• Proven ability to manage crews, cost and schedule in the field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self‑motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team
• Willing to travel
• Based in the Atlanta area, or ready to relocate

Preferred qualifications

• Drill shaft superintendent experience is a plus

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive base plus bonus potential
• Company vehicle, fuel card and toll tags
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401k match up to 6%
• Learning and development programs and education reimbursement

Why this role

This is a chance to work on heavy civil projects that build a career, with a large, well‑established contractor offering real room to grow and career mobility inside a large organization.