Construction Superintendent – Water & Wastewater Projects

Jobot; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle Provided

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on water and wastewater treatment projects in the Lakeland, FL region. The role offers a competitive base salary and a strong benefits package, including a company vehicle and health coverage. You will own jobsite operations and drive on-site success.

Join a mid-sized contractor with municipal infrastructure focus, offering career growth into senior superintendent roles and close access to leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Superintendent or field leadership experience.
• Experience on water/wastewater treatment plants or municipal utility projects.
• Strong knowledge of heavy civil or municipal construction practices.
• Ability to coordinate subcontractors and manage complex jobsite schedules.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field operations on water and wastewater construction projects.
• Manage project schedules and coordinate subcontractors to achieve milestones.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, engineers, and inspectors for successful delivery.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety standards and quality control.
• Coordinate inspections, subcontractor work, and material deliveries.
• Resolve field challenges and maintain project productivity.
• Maintain accurate daily reports and jobsite documentation.
• Ensure work complies with plans, specs, and municipal requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Field operations

Subcontractor coordination

Schedule management

Safety adherence

Communication

Job description

A well-established mid-sized general contractor is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on water and wastewater treatment facility projects in the Lakeland, FL region.

Salary: $120,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us

This firm has built a strong reputation delivering technically complex municipal infrastructure projects, including treatment plants, pump stations, and utility systems. They offer the resources and project scale of a large contractor while maintaining the accessibility, collaboration, and speed of decision-making that comes with a mid-sized organization.

Why join us

This contractor combines the resources and project scale of larger firms with the flexibility and accessibility of a mid-sized company. Superintendents have real ownership of their jobsites and direct access to leadership. With a strong backlog of infrastructure work across Florida, there is opportunity to grow into Senior Superintendent or leadership roles.

Strong Compensation and Benefits Package

• Base Salary: $120,000 – $160,000+ depending on experience
• Performance-based bonuses tied to project success
• Company Vehicle Provided
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays

Job Details

This is an excellent opportunity for a Superintendent who enjoys running complex infrastructure projects, leading field teams, and having real ownership over jobsite operations.

What You’ll Do

• Lead day-to-day field operations on water and wastewater treatment construction projects
• Manage project schedules and coordinate subcontractors to ensure milestones are achieved
• Work closely with Project Managers, engineers, and inspectors to ensure successful project delivery
• Maintain strict adherence to safety standards and quality control
• Coordinate inspections, subcontractor work, and material deliveries
• Resolve field challenges and maintain project productivity
• Maintain accurate daily reports and jobsite documentation
• Ensure work is performed according to plans, specifications, and municipal requirement

What They’re Looking For

• 5+ years of Superintendent or field leadership experience in construction
• Experience on water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, or municipal utility infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of heavy civil or municipal construction practices
• Proven ability to coordinate subcontractors and manage complex jobsite schedules
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to maintain high safety and quality standards on active construction sites

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