Superintendent - Steel

The expected salary range for this position is $175,000 - $250,000 depending on experience. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Tutor Perini Civil East, a JV, is seeking a Superintendent - Steel to join our Connecticut River Bridge team at Old Saybrook, Ct.

Job Description

• Steel Work Oversight: Supervise and coordinate the erection of structural and miscellaneous steel components, including beams, columns, trusses, braces, stairs, railings, and connections.
• Project Coordination: Collaborate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery and accurate installation of steel materials.
• Site Management: Oversee daily field operations specific to steel work; monitor labor productivity, equipment usage, and safety compliance.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure steel erection meets all quality standards, codes, and project specifications; conduct inspections and verify tolerances, alignments, and connections.
• Scheduling & Planning: Develop and maintain short-term and long-term schedules for steel activities in coordination with overall project timelines.
• Safety Compliance: Enforce site safety protocols and promote a strong safety culture among steel crews; ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
• Problem Solving: Proactively identify and resolve field issues related to steel erection, including clashes, fabrication errors, or design discrepancies.
• Documentation: Maintain daily reports, logs, and inspection records; track progress against the schedule and document delays or issues as needed.
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as a key liaison between field crews, project management, and design teams related to steel construction activities.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in civil or structural construction with a focus on steel erection.
• Proven experience as a superintendent or foreman on steel-intensive projects.
• In-depth knowledge of structural steel systems, drawings, welding, and bolting standards.
• Proven experience on movable bridge projects (bascule, swing, or lift bridges required).
• Familiarity with AISC standards, steel erection sequencing, and rigging practices.
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, shop drawings, and specifications.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• OSHA 30 Certification (preferred).
• NCCER or other steel erection certifications (a plus).
• Proficiency in construction management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with civil infrastructure projects such as bridges, industrial facilities, or heavy civil works.
• Coordinating steel with concrete and other trades on complex sites.
• Working with union and non-union labor forces.

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