Senior Water/Wastewater Project Leader

Clark Construction Group; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Construction Group’s Clark Water Group seeks a Senior Superintendent to lead field operations on water and wastewater projects in the Myrtle Beach area. You will ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence while coordinating self‑performed and contractor work on complex projects.

The role requires deep construction knowledge, strong leadership, and the ability to manage stakeholders, budgets, and critical milestones on active sites.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, a related discipline, or relevant work experience
• 10+ years of experience in water/wastewater projects with a general contractor or equivalent industry experience with increasing levels of responsibility
• 4+ years leading, developing, and motivating teams
• Experience building water/wastewater projects successfully from start to finish
• In depth knowledge of the construction process to include scheduling, contract administration, equipment, and personnel
• Demonstrated experience leading field operations and communicating plans effectively across multiple audiences and stakeholders
• Advanced knowledge of applicable safety and building regulations (i.e., OSHA)
• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: self‑motivated, results‑oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction, and executes

Responsibilities

• Oversee the timely and quality installation of contracted work of either a total project or a particular scope, trade contractor, or portion of a project
• Implement a culture of safety and quality among Clark employees and trade contractors and conduct regular safety inspections to ensure all work conditions are in compliance with company, contract, and government regulations
• Create and manage a plan to successfully sequence work, manage jobsite logistics, and track materials and personnel
• Ensure a high quality of work consistent with project and company standards
• Takes initiative and personal responsibility to deliver a project on schedule and on budget
• Develop, update, and communicate the project schedule and exhibit a command of critical schedule milestones with all project stakeholders
• Communicate the schedule effectively with contractors and project stakeholders. Lead multi-disciplinary meetings to gain universal buy‑in on the project schedule
• Manage, mentor, and develop team members to build a high functioning team
• Cultivate strong relationships with all project stakeholders
• Maintain professionalism while representing the company and team in internal and external meetings and interactions
• Possess working knowledge of the owner contract, subcontracts, and vendor agreements
• Participate in the development and maintenance of staff charts, general conditions, project costs, and demonstrate an understanding of key performance indicators (KPI) for the project
• Participate in close out activities including punch list and building operations training
• Demonstrate advanced problem-solving capabilities in finding ways to overcome constant obstacles, issues, and conflicts on the job. Identify long‑term risks and find ways to advance the project plan to neutralize conflict and issues
• Create a project site environment that inspires the team to perform at their best
• A proven people leader with senior level experience in attracting, developing, and engaging diverse talent by fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture based on trust and respect
• Proactively identify and develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win the right work
• Take an active role in recruiting top industry talent to join the Clark team. Identify, hire, and retain outstanding people
• Exceed our stakeholders’ expectations by anticipating their needs, desires, and goals

Skills

Water/Wastewater

Team leadership

Safety culture

Scheduling

Contract administration

Education

Engineering/related degree

Tools

Procore

PlanGrid

FieldWire

Bluebeam

P6

Job description

Clark Construction Group’s Clark Water Group seeks a Senior Superintendent to lead field operations on water and wastewater projects in the Myrtle Beach area. You will ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence while coordinating self‑performed and contractor work on complex projects.

The role requires deep construction knowledge, strong leadership, and the ability to manage stakeholders, budgets, and critical milestones on active sites.