Site Superintendent, Heavy Civil – Utilities & Earthwork

C.A.Murren; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental

Vision

401K match

Career development plan

Job summary

C.A. Murren offers a Site Superintendent role in the Herndon, VA area, focusing on heavy civil construction with underground utilities and earthwork. You will lead crews to execute safely, efficiently, and in line with project goals.

The position requires reading civil drawings, developing detailed earthwork plans, and coordinating pipe installation with look-ahead schedules, while maintaining safety and quality standards. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Superintendent in heavy civil construction.
• Proven experience with underground utilities (water, sewer, storm drainage).
• Strong understanding of earthwork, grading, trench safety, and utility installation sequencing.
• Ability to read and interpret civil construction drawings, plans and specifications.
• Experience developing and managing three-week look-ahead schedules.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Communicate relevant project information to the appropriate people in a timely and accurate manner.
• Understand project requirements and identify and develop plans for risks and opportunities.
• Develop and execute a detailed plan for both earthwork and pipe installation activities.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and according to project requirements the first time.
• Ensure crews are prepared daily for execution through defined planning processes.
• Oversee mass grading, excavation, trenching, backfill, compaction, and underground utility installation.
• Review time sheets and utilize the Quantity Log to ensure correct time and quantities.
• Develop and orchestrate work from a three-week schedule-look schedule aligned with the overall project schedule.
• Meet project execution and production goals; minimize rework.
• Create and maintain accurate Daily Activity Reports and job photos.
• Align manpower and equipment for optimal results while creating field personnel development opportunities.
• Protect and maintain all company and rental equipment and property.
• Compile daily labor hour review reports to ensure time and quantities align with the budget.
• Weekly review and analyzes of project’s manpower and equipment.
• Ensure timely reporting of all accidents, incidents, rework, damage, and near misses.
• Maintain customer relationships by staying engaged throughout the project.

Skills

Heavy civil construction

Underground utilities

Reading drawings

Look-ahead schedules

Leadership

Communication

Job description

C.A. Murren offers a Site Superintendent role in the Herndon, VA area, focusing on heavy civil construction with underground utilities and earthwork. You will lead crews to execute safely, efficiently, and in line with project goals.

The position requires reading civil drawings, developing detailed earthwork plans, and coordinating pipe installation with look-ahead schedules, while maintaining safety and quality standards. Strong leadership and communication are essential.