Civil Superintendent 1 - Travel (Tysons, VA)

Overview:

About M.C. Dean

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence®. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.
 
Why Join Us?

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values, agility, expertise, and trust, we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.  At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.

 

The Civil Superintendent is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating all site development and civil construction activities for assigned projects. This role oversees the execution of site work from initial mobilization through turnover, ensuring work is performed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with contract documents, environmental requirements, and quality standards.

 

The Civil Superintendent supports both ground‑up new construction and modular construction delivery models, ensuring site readiness, utility coordination, and foundation work are sequenced to support vertical construction or modular installation activities.

Responsibilities:

• Project Planning & Execution
  • Lead and manage all on‑site civil construction activities including, but not limited to:
    • Earthwork, clearing, grubbing, and grading
    • Stormwater management systems (temporary and permanent)
    • Underground utility installation (water, sewer, storm, electrical, communications, fire protection, fuel systems as applicable)
    • Concrete scopes including foundations, slabs‑on‑grade, trenches, duct banks, pads, and equipment foundations
  • Develop and maintain short‑term and long‑term civil work plans, including sequencing that aligns with:
    • Vertical construction milestones
    • Modular fabrication, delivery, and set schedules
  • Coordinate civil scope execution with general contractors, project managers, design teams, inspectors, and utility providers.
• Schedule & Budget Management
  • Develop and manage civil construction schedules, including look‑ahead planning (3‑week, 6‑week, and phase schedules).
  • Identify potential schedule conflicts, access constraints, or utility impacts and proactively implement corrective actions.
  • Monitor civil labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs to ensure alignment with project budgets.
  • Provide accurate field input for progress reporting, percent complete tracking, and job cost forecasting.
• Subcontractor & Workforce Leadership
  • Direct, supervise, and coordinate civil subcontractors, foremen, and labor forces assigned to site work activities.
  • Ensure subcontractors understand scope, specifications, safety requirements, and quality expectations.
  • Conduct daily coordination meetings and pre‑task planning discussions to align crews on work sequencing and safety.
  • Support mentoring and development of foremen and field leaders.
• Quality Control
  • Ensure all civil and site work is performed in accordance with:
    • Project plans, specifications, and approved submittals
    • Applicable codes, standards, and authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements
  • Perform regular inspections of work in place, verify tolerances, elevations, and locations, and coordinate required testing and inspections (compaction, concrete testing, pressure testing, etc.).
  • Address deficiencies promptly and verify corrective actions are completed.
• Safety & Environmental Compliance
  • Enforce all site safety requirements, including OSHA regulations, site‑specific safety plans, and environmental controls.
  • Lead daily pre‑task planning, JHAs, and toolbox talks related to civil and site activities.
  • Oversee environmental compliance measures including:
    • Erosion and sediment control
    • SWPPP implementation and maintenance
    • Spill prevention and response
    • Protection of wetlands, waterways, and adjacent facilities
  • Maintain a clean, compliant, and well‑organized job site.
• Modular Construction Coordination
  • Coordinate civil scope to support modular construction, including:
    • Foundation and pad readiness
    • Utility rough in alignment with modular connection points
    • Crane access, laydown areas, and haul routes
    • Tolerances and benchmarks required for modular set accuracy
  • Collaborate with modular vendors, logistics teams, and set crews to ensure seamless integration between site work and modular installation.
• Documentation & Communication
  • Maintain accurate daily reports, field logs, inspection records, and as‑built documentation for civil scope.
  • Communicate regularly with project leadership on progress, risks, and required decisions.
  • Participate in owner, GC, and coordination meetings as required.

Qualifications:

Education: 

• • High school diploma or GED required; additional technical or construction management education preferred.
  • Minimum 10+ years of experience in civil or site construction, with progressive responsibility in a supervisory or superintendent role.
  • Extensive experience with:
    • Site development and utilities
    • Concrete foundations and structural slabs
    • Environmental controls and site safety
  • Strong understanding of construction sequencing, productivity, and coordination with vertical or modular construction teams.
  • Ability to read and interpret civil drawings, specifications, and survey/layout information.

Travel up to 100% may be required. 

 

• Preferred

  • Experience supporting mission‑critical, industrial, or complex commercial projects.
  • Prior experience coordinating site work for modular or prefabricated building systems.
  • Proficiency with construction scheduling tools and field reporting platforms.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

  Working Conditions

  • Position requires extended periods working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  • Requires ability to walk jobsites, climb, bend, and inspect work in active construction areas.
  • Flexible work hours, including early starts, overtime, weekends, or night work as required to meet project milestones.

• A competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Military Reserve pay offset
• Paid maternity leave

Abilities:

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person.

Pay Range: USD $104,240.00 - USD $156,360.00 /Yr.