Assistant Superintendent

MWH Constructors; Gloucester (MA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life & AD&D

Dental & vision

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Job summary

MWH Constructors in the United States is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to support project work and will be based at various jobsites across New England.

You will supervise major site activities, coordinate subcontractors and crews, and ensure work complies with drawings, specifications, and the project schedule. This role requires 2–5 years of heavy civil supervision and strong collaboration with owners and teams.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience supervising heavy civil construction projects.
• Knowledge of civil and mechanical disciplines.
• Knowledge of cost control, manpower planning, and scheduling.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel.
• Ability to build relationships with owners and subcontractors.
• Experience with task closeout and punchlist management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise major site work, including concrete and mechanical installations.
• Plan and supervise manpower, materials, equipment, and schedules.
• Coordinate work with subcontractors and crews.
• Ensure work complies with drawings, specs, and schedule.
• Resolve productivity and interface issues.
• Monitor safety program compliance and implement corrective measures.
• Ensure materials and equipment support the schedule.
• Review daily activity plans for next-day readiness.
• Inspect work to meet project specifications and quality.
• Maintain personal safety and zero-accident objectives.

Skills

Site supervision

Civil construction

Cost control

Scheduling

Owner/subcontractor relations

Punch list management

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the United States with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Our mission of Building a Better World fuels the rapid growth of our teams across the nation.

About the Role

The position of Assistant Superintendent supports project work with the MWH group and will be based at various jobsites throughout New England.

Essential Functions

• Supervise major work activities including site work, concrete, water‑holding concrete structures, mechanical and process equipment installation.
• Plan and supervise employees and subcontractors’ activities, reviewing methods of construction, manpower levels, material quantities, equipment, temporary power sources, work schedule, and documenting actual hours worked.
• Coordinate assigned work with that of employees and different subcontractors.
• Maintain liaison with engineering and project management to ensure work complies with drawings, specifications, and schedule.
• Assist in resolving construction problems such as lack of productivity, work interfaces, and other issues as required.
• Monitor employee and subcontractor compliance with the project safety program requirements, documenting and ensuring corrective measures are implemented.
• Maintain liaison with other departments to ensure all required materials, equipment, inspections, etc., support subcontractors and the project schedule.
• Review employee and subcontractor daily activity plans to ensure that requisite personnel, equipment, and supplies are in place for safe and efficient work the following day.
• Inspect work to ensure quality and that project specifications are met.
• Work in a manner that ensures personal safety and the safe conduct of MWH employees and subcontractors, maintaining a zero‑accident project. Ensure all site personnel meet minimum safety requirements (e.g., training, orientations, tools and equipment).

Basic Qualifications

• At least 2–5 years of experience supervising or managing heavy civil construction projects.
• Knowledge of all construction disciplines (civil, mechanical, etc.).
• Knowledge of cost control, manpower planning, and scheduling.
• Proficiency with computer systems and programs (MS Word, Excel, etc.).
• Ability to develop and maintain outstanding relationships with owners and subcontractors.
• Experience with task closeout and punchlist management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Safety oriented, OSHA training.
• Special experience and expertise with water/wastewater projects.

Benefits

• Group health and welfare benefits including options for medical, dental, and vision.
• 100% company‑paid benefits including Employee Life Insurance, Accident and Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short‑Term Disability (STD), Long‑Term Disability (LTD) (after a 60‑day waiting period for STD & LTD only), Employee Assistance Program, and Health Advocate.
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity.
• Flexible Time Off Policy (includes vacation, sick, and personal time).
• Paid Parental Leave Program.
• 10 paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions up to 4%.

The salary range for this position is $117,000–$120,000 annually.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All positions require pre‑employment screening, including drug and background checks, as a condition of employment.