Project Superintendent - Water/Wastewater

Sundt Construction; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Flexible Time Off

Industry Leading Health Coverage

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Sundt Construction is seeking a Project Superintendent to manage field operations in Vancouver, Washington. The successful candidate will oversee project safety, quality, and execute all aspects of construction efficiently. This role requires a strong background in construction and supervision, as well as excellent communication skills.

The salary range for this position is between $120,000 and $172,000 annually, complemented by industry-leading benefits including market-competitive pay, health coverage, and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• Must have construction project and supervision experience in similar types of facilities.
• Thorough knowledge of construction methods and safety is essential.
• Knowledge of cost control and scheduling required.

Responsibilities

• Manage field operations for project success including safety and quality.
• Collaborate with Project Manager on project management plans.
• Ensure execution of work according to contract terms.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Supervisory skills

Knowledge of construction technology

Negotiation skills

Education

Four-year engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

As a 100% employee‑owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.

At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities, and employee‑owners. We offer competitive pay, industry‑leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.

Basic Job Functions

• Project Superintendent I: capable of less complex projects of $20 million and under with typically 3-5 years’ experience.
• Project Superintendent II: capable of medium scale projects of $20-$50 million in size with typically 5-10 years’ experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages field operations. Is responsible for project success, including profitability, safety, schedule, quality and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborates with the Project Manager to develop the project management plan (PMP) including the project scope management plan, procurement plan, environmental plan, time management plan, financial plan, quality management and safety plans and risk management plan to ensure successful project execution. Demonstrates an understanding of the change management process.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of the Project Quality Management and Safety plans according to Sundt standards as part of the project management plan (PMP).
• Provides leadership and guidance to assigned project team members and subcontractors. Plans, reviews, develops and manages the project team to ensure relentless execution of the project.
• Ensures work is executed according to contract terms and conditions in a profitable manner.
• Develops and manages the construction plan for the successful execution of the work performed.
• Prepares and updates the original CPM Project Schedule and ensures the schedule is kept current to manage the project appropriately while utilizing LEAN processes and Weekly Work Plans.
• Conducts weekly coordination meetings with project teams and subcontractors and prepares daily field status reports.
• Interacts effectively with owners, teams and other stakeholders to maintain a positive project environment and exceptional client experience.
• Assists in the review of shop drawings, submittals, subcontract change orders and purchase orders.
• Coordinates the documentation of constructability issues, potential design conflicts and clarifications with the appropriate personnel.
• Responsible for the timely completion of all punch lists and develops a schedule as required by the owner for the successful start‑up and commissioning of all systems.
• Prevents claims, identify potential claims, quantify, document, mitigate/resolve the effects of those that do occur on a timely basis.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Four‑year engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience required.
• Must have construction project and supervision experience in similar types of facilities.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, and methods), negotiations, engineering, cost control, scheduling, and safety.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and supervisory skills are essential.

Physical Requirements

• Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.
• Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
• Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to steel‑toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.).
• Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day.
• May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors.

Safety Level

Safety‑Sensitive

Note: Jobs with the Safety‑Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.

Compensation

Pay Range $120,000-$172,000 annually.

Benefits

• Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
• Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
• Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Workplace Wellness Programs
• Mental Health Program
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee-Owner Perks
• Educational Assistance
• Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program