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C.W. Matthews

Grading Foreman

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

Directly supervise grading crew activities making sure all safety requirements are met. * Conduct ... Work with the Superintendent to plan work for efficient and productive completion. * Read ...

Steadfast

Construction Superintendent

San Antonio, FL · On-site

Construction Superintendent Location: San Antonio, Florida ️ Company: Steadfast Contractors ... Strong knowledge of grading, drainage, utilities, and general construction practices. * Ability to ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for grading superintendent in Florida is $71,118.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,100.00 and $86,300.00 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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Infographic showing various Grading Superintendent job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,118 per year, or $34.2 per hour.

SUPT - GRADING

American Eagle Distributing Company

Jupiter, FL • On-site

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

American Engineering currently seeking for a Grading Superintendent to join our team!
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
SAFETY
  1. Safety is a PRIORITY
  2. Review site and site conditions prior to mobilization to identify potential hazards or safety concersn. Advise GS and PM accordingly.
  3. Advise foreman and jobsite personnel accordingly.
  4. Enforce safety regulations (OSHA/AEDC) and educate employees on policy.

FIELD OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
  1. Attend AEDC Pre-construction meeting
    • Review and be familiar with construction plans and specs.
    • Review and understand project grading scope.
    • Review and understand project schedule milestones and completion dates.
    • Review and understand project manual.
      • Vendors
      • Sucontractors
      • Inspecting authorities and their requirements
  2. Schedule underground locations.
    • Log request and scheduled dates
    • Log special conditions
    • Evaluate need for soft dig conflict locations and advise GS & PM
  3. Attend review meeting with assigned PM.
    • Review activity sequence and commencement
    • Review special conditions of contract
      • Phasing
      • Staging limitations
      • Schedule requirements and milestones
      • Open question and answer session
  4. Attend pre-construction meeting with client.
    • Review mobilization date
    • Review phasing if included in contract scope
    • Review construction sequence
    • Review construction access, work areas and staging requirements if needed
    • Review testing and inspection process
    • Review other trade interface
      • Plumber
      • Electrician
      • Irrigation
      • Fire sprinkler
  5. Request and retain copies of all required permits.
  6. Coordinate and schedule all manpower and equipment required to construct project on schedule and within the framework of the HCSS field estimate report.
  7. Coordinate equipment mobilization with GS & dispatcher.
  8. Monitor and return all rental equipment and tools on a daily basis.
  9. Coordinate and schedule all survey stakeout.
  10. Schedule vendor and subcontractor sequencing.
    • Superintendant will order and release materials, vendors and subcontractors in accordance with the project manual designations an PM intervention.
      • PO's issued by PM to identify vendors and subcontractors.
      • Schedule delivery of materials via dispatcher.
      • Schedule and supervise subcontractors. Provide adequate notice to accomodate overall project schedule.
  11. Schedule and log all inspection request and results with City, FDOT and engineer.
  12. Provide hands on verification of concrete and pavement subgrades.
  13. Schedule and coordnate testing activities.
    • Soil proctor
    • LBR
    • Organic - if needed
    • Contaminants - if needed
    • Asphalt
    • Concrete
  14. Monitor crew perfomance and productivity.
    • Review daily production as is relates to estimate/manual
    • Consult with GS & PM if field production falls short of estimate
  15. Make personal contact with client's project superintendent on a daily basis. Discuss progress, short and long term schedule objectives. Be proactive... Think Ahead!!
  16. Attend weekly jobsite meetings as required. Be prepared to discuss two(2) week look ahead schedules, strategies and logistics. Plan in advance with client superintendant to etablish efficient work areas.
  17. Assure proper and productive coordination with other trades affected by our work.
  18. Coordinate and monitor integration of grading and utility operations.
    • Discuss proposed work areas and progression.
    • Confirm utility density testing prior to final subgrade preparation
    • Confirm pressure testing prior to final subgrade preparation
    • Protect manholes, valve boxes and catch basins from damage
    • Manage removal of debris and suplus materials from site
  19. Maintain high level of quality in our work product and that of our subcontractors.
  20. DEVELOP AND MANTAIN STRONG CLIENT RELATIONS!!!
  21. Coordinate and attend final inspections to facilitate permit close-outs.
  22. Coordinate and prosecute final punch list to completion.

DOCUMENTATION
  1. Prepare accurate and timely production reports
  2. Prepare detailed T&M tickets and have singed by GC on a daily basis.
  3. Prepare accurate and correclty coded time sheets with detailed work descriptions
  4. Prepare and process Action Forms well in advance of requested vacation time
  5. Review and respond to emails
  6. Submit payroll daily

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