Superintendent

Construction Superintendent

Ferreira Construction Co., Inc. | Lincoln, Rhode Island

Location: Lincoln, RI
Travel: Projects throughout New England area

Position Summary

Ferreira Construction is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee field operations across construction projects throughout New England. Based out of our Lincoln, Rhode Island office, this individual will be responsible for managing daily jobsite activities, supervising Foremen and field personnel, coordinating equipment and resources, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to established schedules and specifications.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on construction leader with a strong background in field operations, crew management, project scheduling, and safety compliance. Experience in heavy civil construction, underground utilities, gas distribution, power, or infrastructure projects is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations across assigned construction projects, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project plans and specifications.
• Supervise and coordinate Foremen, field crews, subcontractors, and other onsite personnel.
• Develop and manage short-term work plans to support project schedules, production goals, and overall project milestones.
• Coordinate labor, equipment, materials, deliveries, and subcontractor activities to maintain productivity and minimize downtime.
• Work closely with Project Managers and other project leadership to communicate progress, address field challenges, and maintain alignment with project objectives.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and schedules to ensure proper execution in the field.
• Monitor daily production, labor utilization, equipment performance, and overall field efficiency.
• Identify potential delays, conflicts, scope gaps, and unforeseen site conditions, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Enforce company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and project-specific safety requirements.
• Conduct jobsite inspections, safety meetings, and regular field reviews to maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure quality control procedures are followed and completed work meets project specifications and applicable codes.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, utility locates, permitting requirements, and other field activities as applicable.
• Review daily reports, production records, timekeeping, equipment logs, and material usage for accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor project progress against established schedules and communicate risks or changes to project management.
• Support cost control efforts by monitoring field productivity, identifying inefficiencies, and helping prevent unnecessary labor and equipment expenses.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients, inspectors, subcontractors, vendors, and other project stakeholders.
• Ensure jobsites remain organized and that company equipment, tools, and materials are properly maintained and utilized.
• Travel to assigned projects throughout Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and other New England locations as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–7 years of construction experience, including prior Superintendent or significant field leadership experience.
• Experience managing Foremen, multiple crews, and daily construction operations.
• Background in heavy civil construction, underground utilities, gas distribution, power, sitework, or infrastructure projects strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, sequencing, labor planning, equipment coordination, and field production.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and project documentation.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements, jobsite safety procedures, excavation safety, trenching, and utility construction practices.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, inspections, materials, and equipment across active jobsites.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and resolve field issues in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Proficiency with daily reporting, timekeeping, and standard construction documentation tools.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL is a plus.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Ability to travel throughout New England and work extended hours when project demands require.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• The opportunity to lead field operations on a variety of civil, utility, infrastructure, and energy construction projects.

Location: Lincoln, Rhode Island

Service Area: Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the greater New England region.

Ferreira Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person