Lead Underground Utilities Superintendent

RUTS Construction; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HCSS Heavy Job experience

Job summary

RUTS Construction seeks an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead underground wet utilities projects in Austin. You will oversee field crews, coordinate subcontractors, manage safety, and drive on-time, within-budget execution across water, sewer, storm drain, and related civil scopes.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in heavy civil with underground utility exposure, strong leadership, and a proven ability to manage multiple moving parts on an active jobsite.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in heavy civil construction, with underground utility experience required.
• Previous experience in a Superintendent or Foreman leadership role.
• Experience working with General Contractors and municipal projects preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• OSHA 30 (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Direct oversight of field personnel, including operators, laborers, and subcontractors.
• Provide coaching and development to field team members.
• Lead all field operations for underground utility projects including water, sewer, storm drain, and related civil scopes.
• Direct and coordinate crews, subcontractors, and vendors to meet production goals.
• Build and maintain daily/weekly work plans aligned with project schedule.
• Ensure proper installation methods, sequencing, and productivity in line with company standards.
• Perform regular site walks to monitor progress, quality, and safety.

Skills

Underground utility construction

Plan reading & interpretation

Leadership on site

Team coordination

Safety compliance

Education

OSHA 30 certification

Tools

HCSS Heavy Job

Job description

RUTS Construction seeks an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead underground wet utilities projects in Austin. You will oversee field crews, coordinate subcontractors, manage safety, and drive on-time, within-budget execution across water, sewer, storm drain, and related civil scopes.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in heavy civil with underground utility exposure, strong leadership, and a proven ability to manage multiple moving parts on an active jobsite.