LightEdison
Civil Superintendent
Bozeman, MT, USA 145000-155000 per year Full Time Company Overview:
LightEdison delivers self performed energy construction services to power today's world and tomorrow's future. Position Overview:
The Civil Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all civil and structural aspects of energy construction projects, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with industry standards. This role involves managing earthwork, foundations, roads, drainage, concrete work, and structural installations for energy infrastructure, including power plants, substations, solar farms, wind farms, oil & gas facilities, and transmission & distribution projects. The Civil Superintendent coordinates field crews, subcontractors, and equipment to ensure smooth execution of project plans. Key Responsibilities Civil Construction Oversight Oversee site preparation, grading, excavation, and earthwork operations. Supervise the installation of foundations, concrete pads, roads, drainage systems, and retaining structures. Manage pile driving operations for deep foundations in solar farms, substations, and wind energy projects. Oversee structural steel erection, racking systems, and modular infrastructure installations. Ensure all work is performed per engineering drawings, project specifications, and geotechnical reports. Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and environmental teams to align civil work with project goals. Safety & Compliance Enforce OSHA, ASTM, ACI (American Concrete Institute), AISC (American Institute of Steel Construction), and DOT safety regulations. Conduct daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and site safety inspections. Implement fall protection, excavation safety, and confined space protocols. Ensure proper use of heavy equipment, cranes, excavators, and earthmoving machinery in compliance with safety regulations. Investigate and report any civil-related incidents or structural failures. Scheduling & Coordination Develop and oversee civil construction schedules, ensuring alignment with overall project timelines. Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and procurement teams to prevent delays. Ensure the timely delivery of concrete, rebar, aggregates, geotextiles, and structural components. Identify potential delays, bottlenecks, or weather-related challenges and implement solutions. Quality Control & Inspections Conduct site inspections to ensure compliance with project specifications and geotechnical engineering requirements. Oversee soil compaction testing, concrete strength testing, rebar inspections, and foundation load testing. Work with QA/QC teams to verify structural integrity, proper alignment, and finishing quality. Ensure adherence to concrete curing, formwork removal, and backfilling procedures. Address and resolve civil punch list items and field installation issues. Labor & Workforce Management Supervise heavy equipment operators, concrete workers, carpenters, steelworkers, and civil subcontractors. Train and mentor site personnel on best practices in excavation, concrete pouring, and structural assembly. Ensure efficient allocation of skilled labor and proper use of machinery. Enforce workforce productivity and compliance with labor agreements (if applicable). Equipment & Material Management Oversee the use and maintenance of earthmoving equipment, pile drivers, concrete mixers, cranes, and graders. Ensure proper storage and handling of rebar, cement, aggregates, precast structures, and geotechnical materials. Manage material inventory, logistics, and timely procurement of construction supplies. Stakeholder Communication & Reporting Provide daily and weekly progress reports to project managers and senior leadership. Communicate design modifications, site challenges, and technical issues to engineering teams. Collaborate with inspectors, regulatory agencies, and clients to ensure compliance with permitting and quality requirements. Required Skills & Qualifications Experience: 10+ years in civil construction, with supervisory experience in energy sector projects (renewables, power generation, oil & gas, transmission & distribution). Education: Associate or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (preferred but not required). Certifications: *OSHA 30 (mandatory). *Certified Construction Manager (CCM) (preferred). Skills: Strong knowledge of earthwork, foundations, pile driving, concrete structures, and structural steel. * Ability to read and interpret civil engineering drawings, topographic surveys, and geotechnical reports. * Experience with construction scheduling software (Primavera P6, MS Project, Procore, AutoCAD Civil 3D). * Strong leadership, problem-solving, and team coordination skills. Why This Role is Critical
The Civil Superintendent ensures the foundation and structural integrity of energy projects, playing a key role in solar farms, wind projects, substations, and industrial energy infrastructure. This position demands expertise in site preparation, excavation, pile foundations, and concrete work, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. All job offers are contingent on a satisfactory Background Check.
Bozeman, MT, USA 145000-155000 per year Full Time Company Overview:
LightEdison delivers self performed energy construction services to power today's world and tomorrow's future. Position Overview:
The Civil Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all civil and structural aspects of energy construction projects, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with industry standards. This role involves managing earthwork, foundations, roads, drainage, concrete work, and structural installations for energy infrastructure, including power plants, substations, solar farms, wind farms, oil & gas facilities, and transmission & distribution projects. The Civil Superintendent coordinates field crews, subcontractors, and equipment to ensure smooth execution of project plans. Key Responsibilities Civil Construction Oversight Oversee site preparation, grading, excavation, and earthwork operations. Supervise the installation of foundations, concrete pads, roads, drainage systems, and retaining structures. Manage pile driving operations for deep foundations in solar farms, substations, and wind energy projects. Oversee structural steel erection, racking systems, and modular infrastructure installations. Ensure all work is performed per engineering drawings, project specifications, and geotechnical reports. Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and environmental teams to align civil work with project goals. Safety & Compliance Enforce OSHA, ASTM, ACI (American Concrete Institute), AISC (American Institute of Steel Construction), and DOT safety regulations. Conduct daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and site safety inspections. Implement fall protection, excavation safety, and confined space protocols. Ensure proper use of heavy equipment, cranes, excavators, and earthmoving machinery in compliance with safety regulations. Investigate and report any civil-related incidents or structural failures. Scheduling & Coordination Develop and oversee civil construction schedules, ensuring alignment with overall project timelines. Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and procurement teams to prevent delays. Ensure the timely delivery of concrete, rebar, aggregates, geotextiles, and structural components. Identify potential delays, bottlenecks, or weather-related challenges and implement solutions. Quality Control & Inspections Conduct site inspections to ensure compliance with project specifications and geotechnical engineering requirements. Oversee soil compaction testing, concrete strength testing, rebar inspections, and foundation load testing. Work with QA/QC teams to verify structural integrity, proper alignment, and finishing quality. Ensure adherence to concrete curing, formwork removal, and backfilling procedures. Address and resolve civil punch list items and field installation issues. Labor & Workforce Management Supervise heavy equipment operators, concrete workers, carpenters, steelworkers, and civil subcontractors. Train and mentor site personnel on best practices in excavation, concrete pouring, and structural assembly. Ensure efficient allocation of skilled labor and proper use of machinery. Enforce workforce productivity and compliance with labor agreements (if applicable). Equipment & Material Management Oversee the use and maintenance of earthmoving equipment, pile drivers, concrete mixers, cranes, and graders. Ensure proper storage and handling of rebar, cement, aggregates, precast structures, and geotechnical materials. Manage material inventory, logistics, and timely procurement of construction supplies. Stakeholder Communication & Reporting Provide daily and weekly progress reports to project managers and senior leadership. Communicate design modifications, site challenges, and technical issues to engineering teams. Collaborate with inspectors, regulatory agencies, and clients to ensure compliance with permitting and quality requirements. Required Skills & Qualifications Experience: 10+ years in civil construction, with supervisory experience in energy sector projects (renewables, power generation, oil & gas, transmission & distribution). Education: Associate or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (preferred but not required). Certifications: *OSHA 30 (mandatory). *Certified Construction Manager (CCM) (preferred). Skills: Strong knowledge of earthwork, foundations, pile driving, concrete structures, and structural steel. * Ability to read and interpret civil engineering drawings, topographic surveys, and geotechnical reports. * Experience with construction scheduling software (Primavera P6, MS Project, Procore, AutoCAD Civil 3D). * Strong leadership, problem-solving, and team coordination skills. Why This Role is Critical
The Civil Superintendent ensures the foundation and structural integrity of energy projects, playing a key role in solar farms, wind projects, substations, and industrial energy infrastructure. This position demands expertise in site preparation, excavation, pile foundations, and concrete work, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. All job offers are contingent on a satisfactory Background Check.