Construction Superintendent – Water & Wastewater Projects

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

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Company Vehicle Provided

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Jobot in Lakeland, FL is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on water and wastewater treatment facility projects. The role offers a highly competitive salary and a strong benefits package in a growing municipal infrastructure portfolio.

You will coordinate a field team, manage schedules with subcontractors, and work closely with Project Managers and inspectors to deliver projects on time and to spec.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Subcontractor coordination

Scheduling

Safety

Quality control

Job description

Construction Superintendent – Water & Wastewater Projects

$120000 - $160000 per year | Lakeland, FL | On-Site | Permanent

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 region.

A bit about us:

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. 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

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.