Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and our people are the reason we continue to succeed.
We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure, including highways, bridges, mines, dams, rail, and more. Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected.
At Ames, we are Fueled by Family. That means we look out for one another, take pride in our work, and build strong relationships rooted in trust and respect.
Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we do what we say we will do, push through challenges, and deliver work we’re proud of.
When you join Ames, you’re joining a company built for long-term success, where skilled people, strong teams, and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future.
* Please Note: This position is a travel position that will require an assignment to an active construction project for an extended period of time throughout the Central Region. Projects may be in Iowa, South Dakota, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Illinois and West Virginia. *
The Civil Superintendent is responsible for leading and overseeing all field operations on heavy highway and civil construction projects. This role ensures work is performed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in compliance with project plans and specifications. The Civil Superintendent provides day-to-day leadership to crews, coordinates closely with project management and clients, and plays a critical role in driving productivity, quality, and cost control while fostering a strong safety culture.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Champion a safety-first culture, ensuring safety standards and best practices are followed at all times.
- Recruit, train, mentor, and develop craft and field personnel to build high-performing teams.
- Maintain clear, consistent communication with crews, project engineers, safety staff, subcontractors, and clients.
- Oversee project schedules to ensure milestones are met; coordinate labor, subcontractors, equipment, and material deliveries.
- Ensure all construction activities comply with project drawings, specifications, and contractual requirements.
- Assist in developing and executing work plans, including manpower forecasting, material quantities, equipment needs, and scheduling.
- Monitor project budgets and enforce cost-control measures to meet financial objectives.
- Proactively identify potential issues such as work conflicts, schedule impacts, or resource constraints, and collaborate with project management to resolve them.
- Lead and manage discipline teams by setting expectations, delegating responsibilities, and driving productivity and quality work in alignment with company policies, industry standards, and client expectations.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in a supervisory or superintendent role.
- 10+ years of experience as a foreman or supervisor in the Heavy Highway/Civil Construction industry.
- Extensive knowledge of civil construction means, methods, and sequencing.
- Strong understanding of cost control, planning, and scheduling processes.
- Proven ability to lead and manage multiple crews, subcontractors, and field personnel across large-scale projects.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Positive, team-oriented attitude with strong leadership and motivational abilities.
- Effective time-management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Valid Driver’s License required.
Travel Requirements:
- This position requires assignment to active construction projects for extended periods throughout the Central Region. Projects may be in Iowa, South Dakota, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.
- Must be willing and able to temporarily relocate to project areas and work away from home location for prolonged durations.
- Flexibility is required, as project assignments, durations, and locations may change based on workload and project demands.
Working Conditions:
- Work is primarily performed on active construction job sites, including highways, roadways, and heavy civil infrastructure projects.
- Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and dust.
- Position requires walking, standing, climbing, bending, and lifting in a construction environment.
- May require extended work hours, early mornings, nights, weekends, and occasional holidays to meet project schedules.
- Frequent interaction with heavy equipment, moving machinery, traffic, and construction hazards; strict adherence to safety protocols is required.
- Travel between job sites may be required depending on project location.
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory at all job sites.
Total Rewards:
- People are the most important asset at Ames Construction.
- Hourly Wage: $36.00-$58.00, which varies on many factors including Union contracts, experience, knowledge and skills.
- Health & Welfare: Provided through Union Health Fund — medical, dental, vision, Rx
- Retirement: Pension Fund and Annuity Fund employer contributions per CBA
- Project-Based Pay: overtime, shift differential, per diem/subsistence, travel eligible
- Ames-Sponsored Benefits: Mental Health Benefits, Virtual Physical Therapy Benefits
Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
