Join a High-Performance Team That’s Redefining Excellence
Cedarville Engineering Group, LLC (CEG) is a civil engineering and environmental design-build firm dedicated to improving quality of life through smart, sustainable infrastructure. Our work combines technical excellence with real-world impact — delivering innovative solutions that serve communities, protect natural resources, and stand the test of time.
CEG is focused on building a culture where top performers thrive. We believe that success comes from a clear set of core values that guide everything we do:
Responsive – We move quickly, communicate clearly, and stay one step ahead. Our team members are proactive and reliable, always ready to take action.
Driven – We set ambitious goals and pursue them with intensity. Motivation, ownership, and results are in our DNA.
Problem-Solvers – We don’t just identify challenges — we take pride in solving them. We value resourcefulness and creative thinking.
Growth-Oriented – We seek out feedback, learn constantly, and push ourselves to get better every day. If you're hungry to grow, you’ll fit right in.
No Assholes – We have zero tolerance for ego, entitlement, or toxicity. We work hard, treat people with respect, and leave drama at the door.
Summary/objective
The Site Superintendent is responsible for overseeing and managing daily operations on the construction site, ensuring the project is completed on schedule, within budget, and meets all safety and quality standards. This role requires close coordination with project managers, subcontractors, and on-site workers to effectively manage resources, solve problems, and drive the project forward.
Essential functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Coordinate with the project team, Health and Safety Officer, and Quality Control Officer for interaction of task prioritization.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety and quality control requirements as identified by functional officers.
- Attend all in-briefs and out-briefs.
- Act as key implementer of field activities and tasks preparatory to field activities.
- Assist in identifying and performing general labor tasks to achieve project objectives under the direction of the Project Manager.
- Contribute methods of approach and identify solutions to logistical or operational challenges and general field operations.
- Assist in identifying task-specific equipment to achieve the objectives of a task.
- When appropriate, operate the equipment as needed.
- Assume the role of team lead to assist the quality control officer and health and safety officer in maintaining compliance with project work plans, standard operating procedures, and sound field practices while achieving project objectives.
- Coordinate with the team to prioritize field activities and identify task assignments.
- In addition to the accountabilities above, other responsibilities, tasks, and deliverables may be assigned to the incumbent of this position.
Supervisory responsibilities
A Construction Superintendent has significant supervisory responsibilities, ensuring that the project runs smoothly and that all team members are performing their roles effectively.
Work environment
1. On-Site Presence
- Construction Superintendents spend most of their time on the construction site, directly overseeing activities and ensuring that work progresses according to plan.
- The job may involve working at different sites, depending on the project.
2. Safety and Hazards
- Construction sites can be dangerous, with risks such as falling objects, heavy machinery, noise, dust, and chemicals.
- Regular use of PPE, such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toed boots, is necessary to mitigate risks.
3. Work Hours
- Construction Superintendents often work long hours, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and sometimes holidays, especially when deadlines are approaching.
- Superintendents may need to be on-call to address issues that arise outside of regular working hours, ensuring the project stays on schedule.
4. Office Work
- Office work involves using computers and other technology for scheduling, budgeting, reporting, and communication. Superintendents often juggle paperwork and digital tools to manage project details.
5. Interaction with Various Stakeholders
- Regular interaction with construction workers, subcontractors, engineers, clients, and other stakeholders is essential.
- Superintendents frequently meet with clients, project managers, and other stakeholders to discuss progress, challenges, and expectations.
6. Regulatory and Compliance Considerations
- Ensuring the site complies with local, state, and federal regulations, including safety standards and building codes, is a constant responsibility.
Physical demands
The role requires the ability to stand for long periods and may involve walking, standing, climbing, and moving around uneven terrain. Additionally, the position may require sitting at a desk for extended periods. The physical demands of the job necessitate a level of physical endurance and flexibility to adapt to various working conditions.
Travel required
Travel is a significant aspect of a Construction Superintendents role. Local and regional travel is required, depending on the locations of the construction projects and the needs of the company. A significant portion of travel may involve driving to and from construction sites, particularly if they are within a reasonable distance from the PM’s base. Air travel may also be necessary. Flexibility and the ability to manage time effectively while traveling are key aspects of the job.
- Superintendents need to be on-site daily, which could involve significant daily commuting if the site is far from their home.
- Superintendents at CEG oversee projects spread across a wide geographic area, requiring out-of-town travel and extended stays away from home.
- Depending on the location of the construction sites, overnight stays or week-long trips might be required.
- Note this is a travelling role. CEG strives to achieve a work life balance as much as practicable, however, projects may require extended stays up to 8 weeks.
Required education and experience
- This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, Construction Management or related field required. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for this requirement.
- DoD POL Fuels construction superintendent experience.
- Proven ability to implement programs to address complex needs and problems.
- Ability to coordinate with staff on various task assignments and field activities.
- Knowledge of federal contracting regulations and requirements.
- Two years of progressively responsible experience on environmental or construction projects.
- Knowledge of scheduling and budgeting for large construction projects.
- Possession of strong interpersonal, communication, planning, and organizational skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a team-driven environment.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and leaders.
- OSHA 30 Hour for Construction is REQUIRED within the past 5 years.
- Proof of recurring yearly safety training in the past 5 years is required.
- Familiarity with construction management software, project scheduling tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera, PROCORE), and other relevant technology.
Preferred education and experience
- More than two years’ experience with DoD POL Fuels construction projects.
Additional eligibility requirements
- A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle are required.
Work authorization/security clearance requirements
You must be able to pass security clearance requirements to work at a DoD facility.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a high-performance team that values growth, responsiveness, and collaboration.
- Work on meaningful projects that improve infrastructure and quality of life.
- Enjoy a supportive culture that embraces smart use of technology and innovation.
- Competitive salary ($85,000 - $125,000), benefits, and opportunities for advancement.
EEO statement
CEG is an Equal Opportunity Employer (E.O.E.). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without unlawful regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or other protected status under federal, state or local law. Neither the job postings or descriptions here, nor any submission of your resume, should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment.
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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