Superintendent

MWH Constructors Inc.; Gloucester (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with company matching

Flexible Time Off Program

Paid Sick and Safe Leave

10 Paid Holidays

Voluntary benefits at discounted rates

Job summary

A construction management firm located in Gloucester, Massachusetts, is currently seeking a Superintendent to oversee critical wastewater treatment plant projects in New England. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience managing heavy civil construction, a relevant degree, and exceptional communication skills. Responsibilities include supervising work activities, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and coordinating with subcontractors. The role offers a pay range of $130,000–$220,000 along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in supervising heavy civil construction projects.
• Knowledge of cost control, manpower planning, and scheduling.
• Ability to develop and maintain relations with Owners and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Supervise major construction activities and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Coordinate work of employees and subcontractors.
• Monitor compliance with project safety program and quality standards.

Skills

Supervising/managing heavy civil construction

Knowledge of construction disciplines

Cost control and manpower planning

Project closeout management

Communication skills

Education

Two‑year or four‑year degree in engineering, construction management, or related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Procore

Job description

About the Role

MWH is currently seeking a Superintendent to support critical wastewater treatment plant construction projects throughout New England.

Essential Functions

• Supervise major work activities including site work, concrete, water‑holding concrete structures, mechanical and process equipment installation.
• Plan and supervise employees and subcontractors’ activities. Includes reviewing method of construction, manpower levels, material quantities equipment, temporary power sources, work schedule and documenting actual hours worked.
• Coordinate assigned work with work of employees and different subcontractors.
• Maintain liaison with engineering and project management to ensure work complies with drawings, specifications, and schedule.
• Assist in resolving construction problems (e.g. lack of productivity, work interfaces, etc.) as required.
• Monitor employee and subcontractor compliance with project safety program requirements; document and ensure corrective measures are implemented.
• Maintain liaison with other departments to ensure all required materials, equipment, inspections, etc., support subcontractors and project schedule.
• Review employee and subcontractors’ daily activity plans to assure that requisite personnel, equipment and supplies are in place to assure that the following days work will be conducted in a safe manner with minimal wasted effort.
• Inspect work to ensure quality and project specifications are met.
• Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and maintain safe conduct of MWHC employees and subcontractors to ensure a zero accident project. Ensure all site personnel meet minimum safety requirements (e.g. training, orientations, tools and equipment).

Basic Qualifications

• Two‑year or four‑year degree in engineering, construction management, or related field. An equivalent combination of experience, skills, and training and/or completion of trade school/apprenticeship program may be substituted.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in supervising/managing heavy civil construction projects ($25–200M) and overseeing subcontractors and/or craft.
• Knowledge of all construction disciplines (civil, mechanical, electrical, etc.).
• Knowledge of cost control, manpower planning, and scheduling.
• Experience with project closeout and punch list management.
• Knowledge of computer systems and programs (MS Word, Excel, Procore, etc.).
• Ability to develop and maintain outstanding relations with Owner and subcontractors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Safety oriented, OSHA training.
• Special experience and expertise with water/wastewater projects.
• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Please note that all positions require pre‑employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.

Pay range for this position: $130,000–$220,000