Civil Construction Superintendent – Earthwork & Underground Utilities

The Contractor Consultants; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 104,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

NLC (Next Level Contractors) is seeking an experienced Civil Construction Superintendent to lead field operations across active heavy civil projects throughout Utah. This field-based role requires oversight of earthwork, grading, and underground utilities, with a strong emphasis on planning and execution at project sites statewide.

You will manage multiple crews, schedule look-ahead plans, track production and costs, and ensure safety, quality, and adherence to plans and specs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of Superintendent experience in heavy civil construction.
• Strong experience overseeing earthwork, grading, excavation, and underground utilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple crews and scopes of work simultaneously.
• Understanding of heavy civil construction sequencing and field production.
• Experience tracking project performance and costs against budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field operations across heavy civil projects.
• Coordinate multiple crews, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Oversee earthwork, grading, excavation, and underground utilities.
• Develop and maintain 20-day look-ahead schedules.
• Monitor field production and adjust plans to meet milestones.
• Ensure safety, quality, and site organization standards.
• Communicate clearly between crews, project management, and leadership.
• Read and interpret civil drawings and project specs.

Job description

Civil Construction Superintendent — Earthwork & Underground Utilities

J ob Overview

Company: NLC (Next Level Contractors)

Salary/Pay Rate: $115,000 per year (Based on Experience)

Location: Field-Based — Project Sites Throughout Utah

Company Location: Ogden, UT 84404

Job/Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Heavy Civil Construction

Project Scope: Earthwork, Grading & Underground Utilities

The Opportunity

NLC (Next Level Contractors) is seeking an experienced Civil Construction Superintendent to lead field operations across active heavy civil projects throughout Utah. This is a hands-on field leadership position for a Superintendent with at least five years of experience overseeing earthwork, grading, and underground utility construction. You’ll be responsible for coordinating multiple crews, maintaining project schedules, tracking performance against budget, and ensuring field operations stay productive, safe, and aligned with project plans and specifications.

This is not an office-based position. Although NLC is headquartered in Ogden, you will report directly to assigned project sites throughout Utah based on the company’s active project schedule.

We’re looking for a Superintendent who can see beyond today’s work. You should be comfortable planning ahead, anticipating manpower and equipment needs, maintaining a 20-day look-ahead schedule, and taking ownership of field execution from planning through completion.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Field Operations & Crew Leadership
• Lead day-to-day field operations across heavy civil construction projects
• Manage and coordinate multiple crews simultaneously
• Oversee earthwork, excavation, grading, and underground utility operations
• Plan manpower, equipment, materials, and daily production requirements
• Provide clear direction to foremen and field personnel to maintain productivity and project expectations
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, equipment, and other field resources
• Monitor daily production and proactively address obstacles that could impact project performance
• Maintain high standards for safety, workmanship, accountability, and jobsite organization
• Serve as a key field connection between crews, project management, and company leadership
• Scheduling & Project Execution
• Develop, manage, and maintain a 20-day look-ahead schedule for active projects
• Coordinate upcoming labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and project requirements
• Read and interpret civil construction plans, drawings, specifications, and project documentation
• Monitor field progress against project schedules and make adjustments when necessary
• Sequence construction activities to maintain efficient workflow and minimize downtime
• Anticipate upcoming project needs and potential conflicts before they impact production
• Coordinate with project management to maintain milestones and overall completion schedules
• Budget & Cost Management
• Track field production and project performance against established budgets
• Monitor labor, equipment, material usage, and other project costs
• Compare actual field performance against projected costs and production expectations
• Identify potential cost overruns and communicate concerns before they significantly impact project profitability
• Help identify opportunities to improve production efficiency and control project costs
• Maintain accurate field documentation necessary for effective project and financial tracking
• Preconstruction & Project Planning
• Review plans, specifications, project scope, and site conditions before and during construction
• Provide field insight during pre-cost estimating and project planning
• Help identify constructability concerns, equipment requirements, manpower needs, and potential project challenges
• Collaborate with project leadership to establish practical field execution plans
• Use previous heavy civil experience to identify potential risks before work begins

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of Superintendent experience within heavy civil construction
• Strong experience overseeing earthwork, grading, excavation, and underground utility projects
• Proven ability to successfully manage multiple crews and scopes of work simultaneously
• Strong understanding of heavy civil construction sequencing and field production
• Experience tracking actual project performance and costs against established budgets
• Ability to develop and maintain 20-day look-ahead construction schedules
• Strong ability to read and interpret civil construction plans, drawings, and specifications
• Experience coordinating manpower, heavy equipment, materials, subcontractors, and project resources
• Understanding of production rates, project costs, and field productivity
• Strong field leadership and crew-management abilities
• Excellent communication, organization, planning, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to independently take ownership of project execution
• Ability and willingness to report directly to project locations throughout Utah

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Experience with structural scopes of work is preferred but not required
• Experience with preconstruction and pre-cost estimating
• Background managing multiple crews or concurrent civil scopes
• Strong knowledge of heavy equipment utilization and site logistics
• Experience overseeing larger or more complex heavy civil construction projects
• Demonstrated ability to develop field leaders, foremen, and crew members

Compensation

• $115,000 Annual Salary (Based on Experience)
• Compensation may increase based on relevant heavy civil experience, leadership background, and overall qualifications
• Full-Time, Long-Term Career Opportunity
• Additional benefits and compensation based on NLC’s established company programs

Work Location

• This is a field-based position supporting active NLC construction projects throughout Utah.
• NLC’s company location is in Ogden, Utah, but the Superintendent will not report to the office on a daily basis. Instead, you will report directly to assigned project sites based on current construction needs.
• Candidates should be comfortable traveling between project locations throughout Utah as assignments change.

Why Join NLC?

This is an opportunity for an experienced heavy civil Superintendent to take meaningful ownership of field execution.

Rather than simply supervising daily activity, you’ll have responsibility for the bigger picture—people, production, scheduling, costs, equipment, and project performance. Your ability to plan ahead and keep multiple crews moving efficiently will directly impact the success and profitability of each project.

NLC is looking for a Superintendent who understands that strong field leadership means knowing what’s happening today while already preparing for what the project will need tomorrow.

If you have a proven background leading earthwork, grading, excavation, and underground utility construction and are ready to take ownership of projects throughout Utah, we want to hear from you.

About NLC (Next Level Contractors)

NLC (Next Level Contractors) is a Utah-based construction company headquartered in Ogden, Utah. Our team is focused on successfully executing construction projects through strong field leadership, planning, accountability, and quality workmanship.

We’re looking for experienced construction professionals who can take ownership of their responsibilities, lead effectively in the field, and contribute to the continued growth and success of the organization.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NLC (Next Level Contractors) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.