Environmental Superintendent

Essel; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Career growth opportunities

Ongoing training and professional development

Impactful environmental projects

Job summary

Essel is seeking an experienced Environmental Construction Superintendent to oversee field operations for environmental remediation and habitat restoration projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience managing complex projects and leading multidisciplinary teams in challenging environments.

This role is crucial in ensuring safety compliance, project scheduling, and quality control while supervising field personnel and subcontractors. Candidates should possess strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in environmental remediation or heavy civil construction projects.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors.
• Strong understanding of construction methods and project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily field operations on environmental remediation projects.
• Ensure work adheres to safety and regulatory standards.
• Supervise personnel, maintain productivity and project quality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Project scheduling

Budgeting

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Construction Superintendent to oversee field operations for environmental remediation, soil remediation, demolition/decontamination, and habitat restoration projects. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day construction activities, coordinating field crews and subcontractors, enforcing safety standards, and ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on field leader with strong experience managing complex environmental or heavy civil construction projects and leading multidisciplinary teams in challenging field environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily field operations on environmental remediation and construction projects.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with company, client, and regulatory health and safety requirements.
• Supervise field personnel, equipment operators, laborers, and subcontractors to maintain productivity and project quality.
• Coordinate project sequencing, logistics, and schedules to ensure timely completion of work.
• Interpret project plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Identify potential change orders, differing site conditions, and out-of-scope work.
• Complete and maintain accurate daily reports, safety documentation, and project records.
• Monitor labor, equipment, and material usage to maintain project budgets and productivity goals.
• Procure materials and coordinate with vendors and subcontractors as needed.
• Conduct site walks and assist with project planning and estimating activities.
• Investigate incidents, complete required documentation, and implement corrective actions.
• Anticipate and resolve field challenges before they impact project schedules.
• Work closely with project managers and senior leadership to ensure successful project execution.
• Mentor and develop field personnel while maintaining accountability for crew performance.
• Supervise and support up to 10 direct craft personnel.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience leading environmental remediation, soil remediation, demolition/decontamination, habitat restoration, or related heavy civil construction projects.
• Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary field teams and subcontractors.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, project scheduling, budgeting, and field operations.
• Experience interpreting construction plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel up to 50% as needed to support projects across multiple states.
• Previous supervisory or management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification and 8-Hour Refresher.
• Experience working on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and Department of Defense (DoD) projects.
• USACE Quality Control Certification/Training.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Diverse and impactful environmental construction projects
• Safety-focused team environment
• Opportunity to work with industry-leading environmental construction professionals