Senior Superintendent – Water/Wastewater Plant Construction

Kokosing Industrial, Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kokosing is seeking a Construction Superintendent to supervise skilled trades and manage onsite activities for large Michigan projects, including water/wastewater facilities and data centers. You will collaborate with the Area Manager, Project Manager, and Project Engineers to direct safety, production, and profitability.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, scheduling expertise, and coordination of crews, subcontractors, and equipment to meet project goals and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management, or equivalent experience progressing through the ranks.
• 6+ years of construction field management experience.
• Progression from journeyman to foreman to superintendent encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage several Foreman on conducting work safely, productively, and focusing on quality.
• Set a Safety 24/8 culture for your crews.
• Assist the Project Manager in creating the Primavera P6 project schedule.
• Develop 90-day and 3-week schedules for crews.
• Conduct pre-planning and goal setting with crews.
• Oversee costs associated with your work items.
• Coordinate manpower, heavy equipment, tooling and material needs for crews.
• Coordinate and schedule subcontractors.

Skills

Site management

Safety compliance

Scheduling

Team leadership

Budget oversight

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Kokosing is seeking a Construction Superintendent to supervise skilled trades and manage onsite activities for large Michigan projects, including water/wastewater facilities and data centers. You will collaborate with the Area Manager, Project Manager, and Project Engineers to direct safety, production, and profitability.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, scheduling expertise, and coordination of crews, subcontractors, and equipment to meet project goals and quality standards.