Pipe Crew Superintendent - Underground Utilities

S.J. Louis Companies; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid travel

Daily per diem

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

S.J. Louis Companies is seeking a Pipe Crew Superintendent to oversee field operations on civil and underground projects across the U.S. You will manage safety, production, and ensure on-time project delivery. Candidates should have over 10 years of construction experience including 5 years in a supervisory role, and strong knowledge of utility installations.

The role includes competitive compensation starting at $120,000, with travel support and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of heavy civil construction experience, with 5+ years as a Superintendent on municipal utility projects.
• Proven experience managing crews on projects valued at $5M–$50M+.
• Hands-on expertise with gravity sewer, force mains, and large-diameter pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily field construction activities and coordinate subcontractors.
• Manage installation of gravity sewer, force mains, and pipelines.
• Enforce OSHA standards and lead daily safety talks.

Skills

Heavy civil construction experience

Managing crews on large projects

Expertise in gravity sewer and force mains

Knowledge of OSHA trench safety

Education

10+ years in heavy civil construction

5+ years as a Superintendent

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

HCSS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pipe Crew Superintendent – Underground Utilities

S.J. Louis Construction, Inc. | Nationwide (Traveling Role) | Full-Time

Position Overview

S.J. Louis Construction is seeking an experienced Pipe Crew Superintendent to lead field operations on heavy civil and underground infrastructure projects across the country. You will be the boots-on-the-ground leader responsible for safety, production, quality, and schedule on complex municipal and industrial projects including pump stations, large-diameter sewer and water pipelines, deep utility installation, and heavy civil infrastructure.

This is a traveling position. Project locations vary; S.J. Louis provides per diem, travel support, and competitive compensation to reflect the demands of the role.

What You'll Do

• Supervise daily field construction activities; coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and inspectors
• Oversee trenching, excavation, utility installation, bedding, backfill, testing, and site restoration
• Manage installation of gravity sewer, force mains, water mains, storm drainage, and underground structures
• Coordinate utility tie-ins, shutdowns, bypass systems, and sequencing in active municipal environments
• Review drawings and specs; identify and resolve field conflicts before they impact schedule
• Enforce OSHA standards and company safety policies; lead daily toolbox talks and site inspections
• Maintain daily reports, look-ahead schedules, and project documentation
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and owner representatives to keep projects on time and on budget
• Reporting directly to either the general superintendent or project superintendent, depending on the size of project

Required Experience

• 10+ years of heavy civil construction experience, with 5+ years as a Superintendent on municipal utility projects
• Proven experience managing crews on projects valued at $5M–$50M+
• Hands‑on expertise with: gravity sewer, force mains, water mains, large-diameter pipelines (48‑inch+), and pump stations
• Deep understanding of trenching, shoring, dewatering, excavation support, and OSHA trench safety
• Experience with Fiberglass Reinforced Pipe, Ductile Iron, HDPE, and Steel Pipe Systems
• Familiarity with jack-and-bore, directional drilling, and other trenchless methods (preferred)
• Ability to manage work within active municipal environments and public right‑of‑way while maintaining safety and operational continuity

Technical Knowledge & Tools

• Strong working knowledge of utility construction sequencing, testing, and restoration requirements
• Familiar with municipal utility standards and specifications
• Proficient in Procore, Bluebeam, HCSS and Microsoft Office
• Able to read and interpret civil/mechanical drawings and project specifications

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 30 Certification
• Excavation competent person training

Salary, Benefits & Total Compensation

S.J. Louis offers a competitive total compensation package designed to reward experienced field leaders. Salary starts at $120,000 and scales with experience and qualifications.

• Base Salary: Starting at $120,000 annually, commensurate with experience
• Company-paid travel: travel expenses covered when working away from home base
• Daily per diem provided for all overnight project assignments
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Who We're Looking For

You are a proven field leader who takes ownership of safety, quality, and production. You know how to build complex underground infrastructure safely and efficiently, communicate clearly with project teams and owners, and solve problems in the field before they become schedule or cost impacts. You are comfortable traveling and thrive on the challenge of diverse, complex projects.

EOE/M/W/VET/Disability/Drug-free/E-VERIFY