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Davis Site Works

Grading Superintendent

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Grading Superintendent to oversee and manage all aspects of field operations related to grading and earthwork. This role is critical to ensuring ...

Blythe Development Co

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Charlotte, NC · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

We are currently looking for additional grading superintendents to join our team across the Carolina's. General Description The Superintendent completes construction projects by planning, organizing ...

CRH

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Cedar Park, TX · On-site

... Superintendent of all construction needs (material, equipment, and staffing) promptly to avoid delays. · Complete all paperwork in a timely manner. · Inspect all grading work throughout the ...

CRH

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Cedar Park, TX · On-site

Grading Superintendent AMAT Cedar Park, Texas, United States | Austin, Texas, United States | Austin, Texas, United States | Austin, Texas, United States Job ID: 526324 Texas Materials, A CRH company ...

Hoy Excavating

Grading Superintendent

Kansas City, MO · On-site

Summary The Grading Superintendent supervises a crew of operators and grade checkers in the company's grading operations by performing the following duties. This role requires experience in heavy ...

CRH

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Helena, MT · On-site

Grading Superintendent AMAT Helena, Montana, United States Job ID: 527367 CRH is the largest building materials company in North America. We develop sustainable solutions that build, connect, and ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for grading superintendent in the United States is $95,168.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $115,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Grading Superintendent oversees site grading operations on construction projects, ensuring proper excavation, soil compaction, and grading to meet project specifications. They coordinate with project managers, engineers, and crews to maintain schedules, safety standards, and equipment efficiency. Their responsibilities include supervising grading teams, managing resources, resolving issues, and ensuring compliance with local regulations. Effective leadership and technical knowledge are essential to maintaining project quality and efficiency.

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As a Grading Superintendent, your typical day involves supervising grading crews, coordinating with project managers and engineers, inspecting work for accuracy and compliance, and adjusting plans to address site challenges. You’ll be accountable for ensuring that all grading activities follow specifications, schedules, and safety regulations, while also managing equipment, materials, and resources efficiently. Regular communication with subcontractors and other trades is key to resolving issues on-site and maintaining progress. This role often requires proactive problem-solving to meet deadlines and ensure quality outcomes.

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A Grading Superintendent must have strong knowledge of site development, earthwork, and grading procedures, usually supported by extensive experience in civil construction and relevant certifications such as OSHA or state-specific safety training. Familiarity with GPS machine control, project management software, and construction documentation systems is important for efficiently managing site progress and compliance. Outstanding leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities set high performers apart in this role. These skills enable effective management of crews, adherence to specifications, and timely project completion in often challenging environments.

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Grading Superintendent/Grading Coordinator

DCS Contracting

Chandler, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Grading Superintendent / Grading Coordinator
DCS Contracting is looking for a strong grading leader to help oversee our grading division.
This is an important role for our company as we continue to grow. We are looking for someone who can focus specifically on grading operations and help lead our Grading Foreman, crews, manpower, equipment, production, safety, and quality.
We are open to hiring an experienced Grading Superintendent who can step into the role now, or a strong Grading Coordinator / Grading Foreman-level candidate who has the right field knowledge, leadership ability, communication skills, and drive to grow into the role. The right person will have the opportunity to learn directly from our Field Operations Manager and help carry forward the way DCS plans, leads, and executes grading work.
What You'll Do
  • Help oversee DCS's grading division and grading field operations.
  • Lead, support, and mentor Grading Foreman.
  • Coordinate manpower, equipment, trucking, materials, traffic control, surveying, testing, and other project resources.
  • Use project cost models, production goals, crew setups, and schedule needs to help allocate resources efficiently.
  • Work closely with the Field Operations Manager, Project Superintendents, Project Managers, and other trade leaders.
  • Review grading plans, project requirements, schedules, production goals, survey needs, testing needs, and field needs.
  • Visit jobsites regularly to review safety, quality, production, schedule, and crew needs.
  • Help Foreman plan ahead and build efficient 3-week lookahead schedules.
  • Identify issues early and help solve problems before they impact the job.
  • Monitor productions, crew setups, equipment needs, trucking needs, and project progress.
  • Ensure Foreman are completing daily paperwork, safety documentation, and job reporting accurately.
  • Help train, develop, and grow grading team members.
  • Help interview, hire, train, coach, and develop grading team members.
  • Partner with Operations leadership and HR on performance issues, accountability, and staffing decisions within the grading division.
  • Promote a field culture built on safety, accountability, communication, and doing the job right.

What We're Looking For
  • Strong heavy civil grading/earthwork experience.
  • Experience with site grading, mass grading, subgrade, compaction, drainage, equipment coordination, trucking, traffic control, survey coordination, testing coordination, and field production.
  • Foreman, General Foreman, Superintendent, Coordinator, or similar field leadership experience.
  • Ability to read plans, understand grades, understand survey/staking needs, and help crews execute work correctly.
  • Ability to understand cost models, crew productions, equipment needs, and schedule impacts to help plan work efficiently.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with Foreman, crews, PMs, Superintendents, leadership, inspectors, vendors, surveyors, testing companies, traffic control providers, and clients.
  • Someone who is organized, proactive, and can plan ahead.
  • A leader who can hold people accountable while also training and supporting them.
  • Someone with credibility in the field and the drive to get things done.
  • General heavy civil construction background is a plus.
  • Experience with HCSS Heavy Job, Microsoft Office, or other construction tools is a plus.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Why This Role Matters
This is not just another Superintendent position. This role is part of a long-term leadership transition within our Operations team. The person we hire will have the opportunity to help shape the future of our grading division, build strong relationships with our Foreman and crews, and grow into a key leadership seat within the company.
Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 7-10+ years of heavy civil construction experience preferred.
  • Strong grading/earthwork background required.
  • 3+ years of field leadership experience preferred.
  • Must be able to work in active construction environments and travel to jobsites throughout the Greater Phoenix area.

About DCS Contracting
DCS Contracting, Inc. is a heavy civil general contractor based in Chandler, Arizona. We perform grading, paving, utilities, concrete, and other civil scopes throughout the Greater Phoenix area. We take pride in doing quality work, building strong teams, and creating long-term opportunities for our people.
11535 E Germann Rd, Chandler, AZ 85286. We look forward to hearing from you!
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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