Description
Austin Industries is one of the nation's largest, most diversified U.S.-based construction companies. With more than 7,000 employee-owners, Austin Industries provides nearly every @type of civil, commercial and industrial construction services through the expertise of our operating companies: Austin Bridge & Road, Austin Commercial and Austin Industrial.
Austin Bridge & Road seeking 1 experienced Superintendent I - Bridge Structures and 1 experienced Superintendent I - Roadways to lead and manage large-scale heavy civil construction projects. This role involves overseeing multiple scopes of work, subcontracting, and leading concrete crews of 20-50 workers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in substructure and superstructure construction, deep knowledge of TxDOT specifications, and proven leadership in planning and execution.
Responsibilities for Bridge Structures :
Manage all scopes of work, including subcontracting and concrete crew leadership
Coordinate manpower and equipment for crews of 20-50 workers
Develop and implement long-term planning strategies
Communicate effectively with engineering and project management teams
Ensure compliance with safety standards and take ownership of safety initiatives
Review project documents, submittals, and schedules to assess materials, manpower, and equipment needs
Plan jobsite layout, security, office trailers, and utility setups with the project manager
Designate areas for cranes, hoists, material storage, and parking
Supervise field engineers in initial site survey and layout, ensuring accuracy before foundationwork begins
Inspect ongoing field work for quality and uniformity, addressing deficiencies promptly
Assist project manager in schedule, cost evaluations, and labor projections, adjusting plans as needed to maintain timeline
Monitor equipment use and costs, assisting in the development of equipment projection charts
Schedule and manage governmental inspections for certificate of occupancy
Maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, consultants, and other stakeholders, resolving issues through direct negotiation
Foster training and development of subordinates through on-the-job and external learning opportunities
Lead career planning, merit increases, and promotions for project staff
Oversee project close-out tasks, including punch lists and as-built documents
Responsibilities for Roadways :
Lead and manage crews of 20+ workers on roadway projects
Oversee dirt and grading operations, subgrade preparation, and line stabilization
Manage traffic control and MOT (Maintenance of Traffic) setups
Supervise milling and overlay operations
Coordinate and manage equipment fleet in the field
Ensure compliance with TxDOT specifications and inspection processes
Own all safety responsibilities and enforce safety standards
Plan and schedule daily and weekly activities to meet project goals
Supervise field engineers in initial site survey and layout, ensuring accuracy before foundationwork begins
Inspect ongoing field work for quality and uniformity, addressing deficiencies promptly
Assist project manager in schedule, cost evaluations, and labor projections, adjusting plans as needed to maintain timeline
Monitor equipment use and costs, assisting in the development of equipment projection charts
Schedule and manage governmental inspections for certificate of occupancy
Maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, consultants, and other stakeholders, resolving issues through direct negotiation
Foster training and development of subordinates through on-the-job and external learning opportunities
Lead career planning, merit increases, and promotions for project staff
Oversee project close-out tasks, including punch lists and as-built documents
Qualifications:
Experience: 7-10 years in heavy civil construction or related field
Proven experience in building substructure and superstructure
Strong knowledge of TxDOT specifications and inspection processes
Ability to coordinate manpower and equipment efficiently
Knowledge of local subcontractor market in Texas
Understanding of production rates and sequencing of work
Design-Build experience is a huge plus
No degree required; hands-on experience is essential
Requirements:
High School Diploma/GED or higher
Valid driver's license
Requires working outdoors at times in the rain or snow and during cold, warm, and hot temperatures
Must be able to work on call as needed
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin Bridge & Road is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position
Benefits & Compensation
We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan. We are proud to be a 100% Employee Owned Company (ESOP)! To learn more about our employee-ownership structure, please go to https://www.austin-ind.com/our-company/100-employee-owned .
Austin Bridge & Road is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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About Austin Bridge and Road
A leader in the heavy highway and transportation industry for more than 100 years, Austin Bridge & Road delivers asphalt and concrete services, and builds landmark projects such as complex highway interchanges, tollways, runways, bridges, rail projects, and water/wastewater facilities.
To learn more about us, visit https://www.austin-ind.com/what-we-do/bridge-road .
No Third-Party Inquiries Please
This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy. The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so ( i.e. , payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement).
Accessibility Note
If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs or have accessibility concerns, please contact the People Services Team at (877) 831-1217.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
