Senior Utility & Heavy Civil Superintendent - Autonomy

G&E Partners; Virginia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Vehicle

Job summary

Confidential Client, a long-standing ENR-recognised heavy civil contractor, seeks an experienced Superintendent to lead complex utility and heavy civil projects in the Northeast/MMid-Atlantic region. You will have full autonomy to run field operations with executive support and a focus on safety and quality.

The role requires 5+ years as a Superintendent in utilities or heavy civil construction, with trenchless experience a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years direct experience as a Superintendent in utility or heavy civil construction.
• Track record in underground utilities (water, sewer, storm) and site work.
• Ability to read and interpret civil drawings, plans and specs.
• Experience developing and managing three-week look-ahead schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field operations on underground utility and heavy civil projects up to $100m+.
• Oversee excavation, trenching, pipe installation, backfill and site work.
• Mentor and develop crew members to build bench strength.
• Run safety meetings and ensure work is performed safely and to spec the first time.
• Identify risks and opportunities after reviewing project requirements.
• Build and manage three-week look-ahead schedules aligned with the project schedule.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment and subcontractors for optimal production.
• Record daily labour hours and quantities for budget tracking.
• Report accidents, incidents, rework and near misses on time.
• Collaborate with owners, inspectors, engineers and the project team.

Skills

Superintendent experience

Underground utilities

Trenchless exposure

Leadership

Reading civil drawings

Look-ahead scheduling

Safety leadership

Job description

Confidential Client, a long-standing ENR-recognised heavy civil contractor, seeks an experienced Superintendent to lead complex utility and heavy civil projects in the Northeast/MMid-Atlantic region. You will have full autonomy to run field operations with executive support and a focus on safety and quality.

The role requires 5+ years as a Superintendent in utilities or heavy civil construction, with trenchless experience a plus.