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R-2 Contractors, Inc.

Utility Scale Vertical Drilling Superintendent

mesa, AZ

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R-2 Contractors, Inc. lists this Utility Scale Vertical Drilling Superintendent opportunity in mesa, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Join Our Team at R-2 Contractors!

R-2 Contractors is seeking an experienced and motivated Utility-Scale Vertical Drilling Superintendent to lead field operations performing drilled pier foundation construction on utility-scale power, renewable energy, transmission, and substation projects throughout the United States. This field leadership role is responsible for safely planning, coordinating, and overseeing all aspects of drilled foundation construction while delivering exceptional quality, developing field leaders, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Working closely with Project Managers and Operations Leadership, the Vertical Drilling Superintendent oversees day-to-day drilling operations, including production planning, crew leadership, drilling equipment utilization, auguring, casing installation, spoil management, reinforcement placement, concrete coordination, quality control, scheduling, and customer coordination. Success in this role is measured by the ability to build high-performing teams, consistently deliver quality work, maintain a safe jobsite, and exemplify the R-2 standard of excellence.

Position

Utility-Scale Vertical Drilling Superintendent

Location

Nationwide Project sites

Travel Requirements

This is a field-based position requiring 100% travel to active project sites throughout the United States

Candidates must be willing to travel extensively and work extended schedules as required to support project demands

Salary

$140-200k

Key Responsibilities

Lead all field operations for utility-scale drilled pier foundation construction projects

Plan and coordinate manpower, drilling equipment, tooling, materials, subcontractors, and production schedules

Supervise Superintendents, Foremen, Drill Operators, and field personnel to ensure safe and productive project execution

Oversee auguring, casing installation, spoil management, reinforcement placement, concrete placement, and drilled foundation construction

Ensure drilled foundations are installed safely, accurately, and in accordance with project specifications and quality standards

Read and interpret project drawings, specifications, drilling logs, foundation schedules, and construction documents

Coordinate daily activities with Project Managers, customers, inspectors, survey crews, subcontractors, and suppliers

Monitor production, equipment utilization, manpower, budgets, schedules, and overall project performance

Identify field challenges early and proactively implement solutions to minimize impacts to safety, quality, and production

Develop Foremen and future Superintendents through coaching, mentorship, accountability, and leadership by example

Maintain complete project documentation, daily reports, production tracking, and quality records

Foster a culture centered on safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Lead by example while living and reinforcing the R-2 Core Values every day

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of drilled foundation, heavy civil, or utility-scale construction experience

Minimum 5 years of experience leading drilled pier foundation operations as a Superintendent or Senior Superintendent

Extensive knowledge of drilled pier construction, auguring methods, casing installation, spoil management, reinforcement placement, concrete placement, and foundation quality control

Experience managing large drilling rigs, support equipment, tooling, and utility-scale drilling operations

Strong understanding of production planning, scheduling, equipment utilization, quality control, surveying, and project execution

Proven ability to lead multiple crews while maintaining productivity, quality, and safety

Excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Ability to build strong working relationships with Project Managers, customers, inspectors, subcontractors, and field personnel

Demonstrated commitment to safety, accountability, quality workmanship, and operational excellence

Willingness to travel nationwide and work extended hours as project schedules require

Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Ability to successfully complete pre-employment drug screening and background check

What Success Looks Like

The successful Utility-Scale Vertical Drilling Superintendent:

Builds high-performing field teams that consistently work safely and efficiently

Delivers drilled pier foundation projects that meet or exceed project specifications, production goals, and quality expectations

Develops strong Foremen, Drill Operators, and future Superintendents

Earns the trust and confidence of customers, inspectors, and project leadership through reliable execution

Anticipates challenges, communicates proactively, and resolves issues before they impact production

Strengthens R-2 through continuous improvement in safety, quality, productivity, and leadership development

Our Leadership Philosophy

At R-2 Contractors, technical expertise may open the door - but leadership is defined by how you develop people, build teams, and live our Core Values.

Our leaders are expected to:

Lead with integrity, humility, professionalism, and accountability

Put the safety and success of their people first

Coach, mentor, and develop future leaders

Build trust through consistent execution and open communication

Foster teamwork while empowering others to grow

Hold themselves and others accountable to the highest standards

Protect and strengthen the culture that makes R-2 different

Leave their team stronger than they found it

The R-2 Core Values

PRIDE

We take ownership of our work, our people, our equipment, and our reputation. Every project reflects the pride we have in our craft.

Do What's Right

Put Your Name On It

Never Accept Mediocrity

I Am R-2

Grow or Die

GRIT

We embrace challenges, solve problems, overcome adversity, and never allow obstacles to define our success.

Dig Deep and Grind It Out

Give It Your All

Do What It Takes

Dedication

OWN IT!

We don't make excuses or point fingers. We own the outcome, communicate early, solve problems, and continually improve ourselves and our teams.

Do What You Say

Be Accountable

If You Ain't First, You're Last

Accept Criticism

Own Your Position

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)/Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (company funded plans available for the entire family)

401(k) with 3% company match

5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus

R-2 Contractors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Worksite address

mesa, AZ, 85123, US

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