Lead Underground Utilities & Excavation Superintendent

gpac; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on infrastructure projects in northern Indiana. You will oversee crews, coordinate daily production, and ensure safety and quality on sewer systems, water mains, and treatment facilities for municipal, commercial, and institutional clients.

The role requires strong leadership, the ability to read plans, and the coordination of labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors while maintaining daily progress

Qualifications

• Experience as Superintendent or Foreman in underground utilities or heavy civil construction.
• Strong knowledge of sewer and water main installation.
• Experience supervising crews and coordinating heavy equipment.
• Ability to read construction plans, specifications and utility layouts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily construction activities from mobilization through project completion.
• Lead foremen, equipment operators, and field crews.
• Plan and coordinate labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and deliveries.
• Manage underground utility installation, excavation, trenching, backfill, and compaction.
• Review plans, specifications, and project schedules to organize work and meet production goals.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, inspectors, and owners.
• Monitor workmanship, resolve field issues, and maintain quality standards.
• Enforce jobsite safety procedures and safe excavation practices.
• Maintain daily reports and communicate project progress, delays, and resource needs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Reading plans

Job description

gpac is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on infrastructure projects in northern Indiana. You will oversee crews, coordinate daily production, and ensure safety and quality on sewer systems, water mains, and treatment facilities for municipal, commercial, and institutional clients.

The role requires strong leadership, the ability to read plans, and the coordination of labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors while maintaining daily progress