Construction Superintendent

Job Description

Position summary

Our client is currently seeking a full-time Superintendent to manage asset management operations on a comprehensive roadway maintenance project(s) in Memphis, TN. This position requires performing a wide range of responsibilities on new and existing asset maintenance and roadway services AM/O&M contracts related to planning work, scheduling/managing crews, roadway repair analysis, preparing project report submissions, interfacing with government Clients and adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company policies and procedures. The successful candidate will bring demonstrated experience in driving revenue growth and managing financial performance, with a strong understanding of how operational decisions impact project profitability. While a technical background in this type of business is preferred, it is not required. Proven leadership in dynamic environments, meticulous organizational skills, and adaptive, analytical problem-solving abilities are essential. This role also requires the ability to build and lead effective teams, and to operate comfortably across diverse settings—from office environments to project sites and formal meetings. Candidates should be motivated to grow their careers, foster strong teams, and maintain focus amid rapidly changing environments.

Position Location: Memphis, TN

Seniority Level: Mid-Level to Senior Manager

Work Environment

Project Field (65%): Outside environment around highway/facility infrastructure

Client Office (10%): Government-style professional offices within near proximity to project office

Construction/Maintenance Offices (15%): Project office compatible with industry standard for construction field offices

Divisional Project Sites (5%): Multiple sites through region and U.S.

Remote/Home Office (5%): Occasional job duties performed remotely at residence

Corporate Culture

Privately held family-owned and directly operated business

Core values include humility, hard-work, team/family, passion, equality, purpose

Team-oriented with senior leadership engaged at all company levels

Strong focus on mentorship, training, development and operational guidance

De-centralized corporate structure with emphasis on independent regional management

Flexible with home/work balance

Responsibilities

Lead contract operations on roadway maintenance, repair, and construction operations

Manage project office and field operations

Coordinate financial planning and project budget projections that will assist senior managers

Tracking/reporting maintenance contract performance relative to plan, contract, and company targets

Work with Regional/Project Managers to develop short-term and long-term project maintenance repair plans e

Perform analysis to improve field prosecution, crew efficiency and maximize operational safety

Prepare monthly and quarterly reporting packages for presentation to Client and Corporate operations centers

Required Experience

Highly efficient organizational skills in a multi-faceted long-term project environment

Minimum 10 years experience with roadway maintenance, project management, team leadership, or direct client facing responsibilities

Bachelor's Degree Engineering or Construction Management, ABET accredited university

Ability to rapidly develop a competent understanding of technical roadway maintenance specifications

Ability to lead, direct, and manage field maintenance crews and office staff

Superior analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated intellectual and analytical rigor

Effective communicator at all professional levels

Must be able to communicate with client verbally and in written form

Ability to manage project field emergencies 24/7

Ability to analyze field accomplishment data and prepare reports, statements and projections

Working knowledge of short- and long-term contract budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets, and revenue analysis

Preferred Experience

Familiarity with DOT contract operations

PE certificate with reciprocity

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Engineering/field operations professional experience

Military/Veteran or Law Enforcement leadership experience

Bachelors Degree: engineering, construction project management or related

Competent understanding of roadway maintenance and repair specifications

Technical experience with earthworks, landscaping, road construction, bridge maintenance, stormwater drainage maintenance

Qualifications

High School Diploma, some college courses required with College Degree preferred

Knowledge of administrative activities

Knowledge of phone and messaging systems

Competency of Microsoft Office software

Solid organizational planning

Proper phone technique and protocol

Excellent verbal and written skills

Skill in establishing priorities and managing work loads

Ability to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in the order to meet changing job conditions

Neat and legible handwriting skills

Perform basic math skills including calculations using fractions, percent, and/ratios

Read and understand manuals, plans, specifications, write documents following prescribed formats

Understand multi-step written and oral instructions

Self-starter who can work independently

Dependable and highly organized with business and maturity, discretion, enthusiasm, and positive attitude

Ability to travel within State (up to 25%) and occasionally outside State

Employment Type and Compensation

Full-time, usually 5 days a week with weekend and nighttime work possible. Must be flexible and available to respond to emergency related weather events and client emergencies. Compensation Package includes competitive base pay, annual profitability-based bonus, recognition incentives and extensive training opportunities. Comprehensive Benefit Plan options for full time employees to include: Health, Vision, & Dental insurance for you and your family, 401(k) Retirement Plan, 2 weeks of Vacation time, 2 weeks of Sick time, 12 paid Holidays, Free Life Insurance, Free Long Term Disability coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Critical Illness coverage, Free Employee Assistance Plans, Nationwide Pet Insurance Discount, and more!

Company will conduct Background check, MVR and Controlled Substance testing prior to hire.

Roy Jorgensen Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity in our workforce. EOE/M/F/D/V

Full-time