Director of Field Operations

Job Description

Now Hiring: Director of Field Operations / General Superintendent – Heavy Civil & Site Development

Central Virginia | Data Center & EV Infrastructure Projects | Leading Civil Contractor

Are you a proven field leader ready to take charge of large-scale, high-profile site development projects?

We’ve partnered with Central Virginia’s fastest-growing heavy civil contractor, known for delivering top-quality data center and EV infrastructure projects. Built on integrity, technical excellence, and a passion for results, this team continues to set the bar for private site development.

As the Director of Field Operations / General Superintendent, you’ll oversee all field activities — managing teams, driving production, and ensuring that projects are executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard. If you’re a results-driven leader who thrives on solving problems in real time and mentoring high-performing crews, this is the opportunity for you.

What You’ll Do

• Lead all field operations across multiple site development projects — from grading and utilities to paving and stormwater systems.
• Supervise and mentor Superintendents, foremen, and field crews to achieve production goals safely and effectively.
• Maintain strict safety compliance and quality control standards.
• Build and manage project schedules, proactively resolving field challenges to keep work on track.
• Optimize manpower, equipment, and materials to control costs and increase productivity.
• Partner closely with Project Managers, engineers, and clients to ensure smooth communication and successful project delivery.

️ What You Bring

• 10+ years of site development or heavy civil construction experience, including 5+ in a senior leadership/superintendent role.
• Proven success managing large-scale private site projects ($5M–$50M+).
• Deep knowledge of grading, utilities, stormwater, and paving operations.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Expertise in safety, scheduling, and resource management.
• Experience with GPS equipment, scheduling, or PM software .
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Be a key leader in mission-critical data center and EV infrastructure development.
• Industry-leading salary + performance bonuses.
• Full benefits: health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and more.
• Collaborative, integrity-driven culture that values its people.
• Opportunities for advancement and continued professional growth.

If you’re a hands-on, strategic field leader who’s ready to make a lasting impact on the region’s most exciting projects — we’d love to connect.

Apply now or message me directly for a confidential conversation.

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