Construction Superintendent/Project Manager with GPS Experience

Kennedy's Grading and Excavation, Inc. • Full-time • Moncks Corner, South Carolina, United States • $105,000 - $125,000 / year • 3m ago

Construction Superintendent / Project Manager – GPS & Machine Control Specialist

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent/Project Manager with advanced GPS and machine control expertise to lead and coordinate complex heavy civil construction projects. This role places strong emphasis on the integration of digital project models and field-based GPS technology — from initial data preparation and system configuration to real-time field implementation and performance monitoring.

The ideal candidate will combine strong leadership and construction management skills with hands-on experience deploying GPS systems for site layout, grade control, earthworks optimization, and productivity tracking. This position plays a critical role in translating digital plans into precise field execution while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and supervise construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to project plans, schedules, and budgets.
Manage the full GPS workflow process — including digital file preparation, model calibration, system configuration, and field deployment.
Convert engineered plans and CAD data into machine-ready GPS models for use in field equipment and layout operations.
Oversee and verify GPS-controlled grading, excavation, trenching, and earthwork activities to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Utilize real-time GPS data for site positioning, elevation verification, quantity tracking, and production monitoring.
Coordinate integration of GPS machine control systems across multiple pieces of heavy equipment.
Troubleshoot and maintain GPS systems in collaboration with field technicians and operators.
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to ensure digital data aligns with construction intent.
Manage subcontractors, vendors, and internal crews to meet project milestones.
Conduct regular site inspections to enforce OSHA safety standards and maintain a safe working environment.
Oversee quality control procedures to ensure compliance with specifications and industry standards.
Prepare and review contracts, change orders, and project documentation.
Communicate project progress, GPS performance data, and scheduling updates to clients, engineers, and stakeholders.
Supervise daily field operations while ensuring compliance with all safety regulations.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Proven leadership experience managing heavy civil, earthwork, or pipeline construction projects.
Advanced experience with GPS systems, machine control technology, and digital model integration in construction environments.
Demonstrated ability to manage the transition from digital project setup to real-world field application.
Strong understanding of earthworks, grading, trenching, and site development processes.
Proficiency in construction estimating, budgeting, scheduling, and quality control.
Ability to interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, and survey data.
In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations and heavy construction safety standards.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Experience coordinating multiple crews and subcontractors.
Technical troubleshooting skills for GPS hardware and related field technology.

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Construction Superintendent / Project Manager – GPS & Machine Control

We are seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent/Project Manager with strong GPS and machine control expertise to lead heavy civil and earthwork projects. This role requires a professional who can manage the full GPS workflow — from digital model preparation and system configuration to real-time field execution.

If you know how to take engineered data, build machine-ready models, deploy them in the field, and drive production using GPS-controlled equipment, we want to talk to you.

Key Responsibilities

Lead heavy civil or pipeline construction projects from startup through completion
Manage GPS systems from digital file setup through field application and verification
Build and deploy machine control models for grading, excavation, trenching, and site development
Oversee GPS-controlled earthwork operations to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and production targets
Monitor real-time positioning data to track quantities and optimize workflow
Coordinate subcontractors, operators, and field crews
Enforce OSHA safety standards and quality control procedures
Manage schedules, budgets, documentation, and stakeholder communication

Required Experience

Proven experience managing large-scale earthwork or heavy civil projects
Strong hands-on experience with GPS machine control systems
Ability to translate CAD/survey data into field-ready machine models
Deep knowledge of grading, excavation, and earthworks operations
Experience supervising crews and subcontractors
Solid understanding of budgeting, scheduling, and construction documentation
OSHA safety compliance knowledge

Preferred GPS & Technology Experience

Experience with the following systems is strongly preferred:

Trimble machine control and site positioning systems
Topcon GPS and grading control platforms

This is an opportunity for a driven leader who understands both boots-on-the-ground construction and advanced GPS-driven production. If you can bridge digital project setup with field execution and deliver results safely and efficiently, we encourage you to apply.

Pay: $105,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

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