Construction Concrete Superintendent

Construction Concrete Superintendent - Guantanamo Bay

RQ Construction is seeking an experienced Concrete Superintendent to oversee the field operations for our structural concrete, tilt‑up, and masonry scopes on a hospital project located at NS Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.

This position works closely with our on‑site Superintendent and Project Manager and plays a key role in coordinating and monitoring multiple concurrent phases of construction. This is an 80/20 role, with approximately 80 percent of your time spent in the field and 20 percent in the office. You will actively support and manage work across structural concrete, masonry, foundations, cast‑in‑place concrete, tilt‑up panels, and elevated structural concrete. Daily responsibilities include monitoring quality and progress, ensuring safety, and keeping each phase on schedule and built to RQ's standards. RQ performs strictly in DoD work in support of the mission, and we self‑perform all structural concrete and masonry scopes-including foundations, cast‑in‑place and elevated concrete, CMU masonry, and related structural work.

What RQ Offers:

• Competitive compensation starting at $150,000, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive international assignment package. Benefits include employer-provided housing for you and eligible dependents, a company vehicle, covered utilities, and company-paid quarterly travel to your home location. Additional offerings include potential eligibility for the foreign earned income exclusion, full medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, life insurance, a health savings account, and paid time off.
• Long‑term career opportunity with a well‑established DoD contractor

Location:

This is an on‑site position based at NS Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.

Responsibilities

• Oversee field operations across all phases of structural concrete and masonry work, including foundations, slabs, tilt‑up panels, structural concrete, finishing, and CMU walls.
• Work closely with the on‑site Foreman, Site Superintendent, and Project Manager to ensure the project is properly staffed, supplied, and on schedule.
• Review project drawings and specifications to verify accurate execution of work.
• Stay engaged with crews and materials; monitor progress, quality, safety, and manpower; and step in where support is needed.
• Direct and support RQ field crews and coordinate with RQ self‑perform teams, trade partners, suppliers, and inspectors.
• Assist in planning and coordinating manpower, material deliveries, concrete pours, pump scheduling, testing, and required inspections.
• Ensure correct installation of formwork, reinforcement, embeds, and concrete placements.
• Verify layout, formwork, rebar, pours, finishing, and CMU work meet plans, specifications, and QA/QC requirements.
• Identify issues early and act quickly to prevent schedule delays or added cost.
• Enforce jobsite safety, support toolbox talks, and maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Complete daily reports, employee time sheets, manpower counts, jobsite photos, and attend project meetings, accurately and consistently.
• Report field conditions, progress, delays, and extra work to the Site Superintendent and Project Manager so RFIs, prep meetings, submittals, and material tracking remain on schedule.
• Communicate effectively with the Site Superintendent, self‑perform teams, trade partners, engineers, and OCMs.
• Mentor foremen and field trade partners to help develop their skills and strengthen the team.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of field supervision experience in structural concrete, masonry, or similar heavy civil/vertical construction.
• Experience managing multiple tasks or trades simultaneously is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of foundations, cast‑in‑place concrete, and CMU. Elevated slab and formwork experience is a plus.
• Ability to read and build from structural drawings and specifications.
• Proven leadership skills with experience directing crews and managing subcontractors.
• Organized, disciplined, and consistent with daily field documentation.
• Working knowledge of OSHA 30/EM385 requirements; EM385 certification preferred.
• Experience with Autodesk Forma or similar field‑management tools is a plus.
• Valid driver's license & Passport required.
• Comfortable working on an active jobsite in warm, humid, Florida‑like weather conditions.

About RQ Construction:

RQ Construction is a California‑ and Florida‑based general contractor with a strong self‑perform division supporting DoD work throughout Southeast Florida, the Mid‑Atlantic, the Caribbean, and the West Coast. We are known for high‑quality work, strong field execution, a commitment to safety, and lasting partnerships with our clients and trade partners. If you are a hands‑on field leader who takes pride in building concrete and masonry work the right way, we'd like to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices) marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.

All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire. Additionally, all candidates must successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check, including a stricter Department of Defense background check, for access to job site at military base (if applicable for position being hired for).