Civil Project Superintendent - Water Services

Jackson Contractor Group; Bozeman, Northern (MT, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Contractor Group is hiring a Civil Project Superintendent – Water Services in Bozeman, MT. You will lead field operations on complex civil infrastructure projects, including water and wastewater systems, coordinating crews and stakeholders to deliver safe, efficient, high-quality results.

You will manage self-performed and subcontracted work, maintain schedules and safety standards, and mentor site staff.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a superintendent on water & wastewater projects.
• Ability to read and understand project documents including plans, specs, and contracts.
• Strong understanding of labor, material, and subcontractor costs; ability to analyze reports for project management.
• Experience managing subcontractors and self-perform labor forces.

Responsibilities

• Examine contract drawings and specs to identify design deficiencies and permits; produce daily reports.
• Create and maintain a monthly CPM schedule with recovery strategies.
• Develop safety, quality control, site security, and utilities plans with the project team.
• Maintain relationships with Client, Engineer, representatives, and stakeholders.
• Coordinate subcontractors and self-perform work; review progress and costs weekly.
• Lead and develop project staff and craft through training and accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Site supervision

Education

OSHA 30 training

CPR/AED certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procore

Bluebeam

Power Project

Agtek

Trimble Suite

Civil 3D

MicroStation

SketchUp

AutoCAD

Job description

JOIN US IN BUILDING SOMETHING GREAT

Do you see challenge as opportunity, take pride in doing things the right way, and believe great work starts with great relationships? Because that is the Jackson Way.

If this sounds like something you want to be a part of, you’ll find purpose here. At Jackson Contractor Group, we are builders through and through, of structures, relationships, and opportunity. We build more than projects, we build people.

What truly sets us apart is our people and our core values.

BUILD RELATIONSHIPS. Take care of each other. CHASE THE HARD STUFF. Meet challenges head on. OPERATE WITH INTEGRITY. Deliver what is promised. SPARK PASSION. Bring enthusiasm. PURSUE GREATNESS. Desire to succeed.

At Jackson, we invest in you. Not just your skills, but your growth and your goals. You will have the support to push limits, the encouragement to innovate, and the trust to take ownership.

As a Civil Project Superintendent – Water Services , you are the driving force behind field operations on complex civil infrastructure projects. From water and wastewater systems to utility installations, your leadership ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and with the quality Jackson is known for. You guide crews, coordinate with stakeholders, and manage the day-to‑day realities of the jobsite with confidence and precision.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in the field, understands the unique challenges of civil and utility work, leads with clarity, and takes pride in building critical infrastructure that serves communities. You’ll have the autonomy to run your site, the backing of a strong team, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

When you are a part of the Jackson crew, your voice matters, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is seen every day. Whether you are guiding daily operations on the jobsite or collaborating with leadership, you will be part of a company that values integrity, craftsmanship, and genuine connection.

If you are ready to do meaningful work with people who care about what they build, and who they build it with, we would love to meet you.

CIVIL PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT – WATER SERVICES Department: Build It Direct Supervisor:Division Manager

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS

• Examine and understand the contract drawings, specifications, and addenda to identify design deficiencies, impractical details, and potential code violations. Ensure all required permits and licenses are obtained. Create detailed and accurate daily reports, including receiving and reviewing Subcontractor Daily Reports on work performed, labor, and materials. Review, update and approve on a weekly basis all as-built drawings and project documents.


• Create and maintain a monthly CPM schedule, developing schedule recovery strategies and improvements as needed. Maintain project phasing plans and schedules to ensure craft, subcontractors, and vendors understand workflow and required sequencing for achieving project milestones.


• Develop, plan, and implement, with the project team, all safety protocols, quality control procedures, jobsite security, field office location and layout, temporary utilities, staging areas, equipment needs, and manpower requirements.


• Develop and maintain a productive working relationship with the Client, Engineer, Project Representtatives, and other design team members and project stakeholders.


• Inspect, coordinate, direct, and manage the activities of subcontractors, suppliers, and Jackson’s self-perform labor and materials.


• Plan, track, and manage self-performed work. Maintain weekly productivity analysis and report results and operational wins/losses to estimating for future work.


• Perform weekly project staff, self-perform, subcontractor and/or Owner meetings to review pertinent information.


• Lead and develop project staff and craft with training, personal development and promoting accountability with all team members.


• Capture work by participating in proposals, project interviews, networking and business development outreach. Work closely with Human Resources to hire craft and build crews.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Handle all interactions with coworkers, subcontractors, clients, and the public in a manner that builds and maintains long‑term, trust‑based relationships.


• Go the extra mile to ensure project success and client satisfaction by double‑checking all critical deliverables to reduce errors.


• Approach all tasks with ownership, pride, and accountability.


• Implement solutions quickly, efficiently, and effectively.


• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement through personal development and suggestions for company‑wide enhancements.


• Maintain self‑motivation, punctuality, and strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• 5+ years of experience in the superintendent role on water and wastewater construction projects.


• Ability to read and understand project documents including plans, specifications, and contracts.


• Strong understanding of labor, material, and subcontractor costs; ability to analyze reports for effective project management.


• Experience managing subcontractors and self‑perform labor forces.


• Preferred experience with:
  
  
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
  
  
  • Procore
  
  
  • Bluebeam
  
  
  • Power Project
  
  
  • Agtek
  
  
  • Trimble Suite
  
  
  • Civil 3D
  
  
  • MicroStation or similar
  
  
  • SketchUp
  
  
  • AutoCAD
  
  

CERTIFICATES & LICENSES

• OSHA 30 training (encouraged)


• Current CPR/AED certification

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.