Superintendent

Appleton Finn; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Healthcare package

401(k) with company contribution

Vehicle allowance

Long-term career progression

Strong project pipeline

Job summary

Appleton Finn is seeking an experienced Superintendent for heavy civil and wastewater infrastructure projects in the San Francisco Bay Area. You will oversee on-site construction activities, coordinate crews and subcontractors, and drive schedules while ensuring safety and quality.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in heavy civil supervision, with a strong background in wastewater and utilities, and a track record of managing $10M+ projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Superintendent on heavy civil construction projects.
• Strong background in wastewater, water infrastructure, and utilities.
• Proven ability to manage field teams on projects valued at $10M+.

Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site construction activities from start-up through completion.
• Coordinate subcontractors, self-perform crews, equipment, and materials.
• Drive project schedules and ensure milestones are achieved.
• Maintain safety and compliance to the highest standards.
• Work with Project Managers, Engineers, Owners, and Inspectors.
• Manage daily planning, manpower, productivity, and site logistics.
• Conduct site meetings, toolbox talks, and progress reporting.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to project specifications.

Skills

Heavy civil construction

Scheduling

Leadership

Communication

OSHA 30

Job description

Superintendent - Heavy Civil & Wastewater

Following continued project growth and a strong backlog of secured work, we are seeking an experienced Superintendent to join a leading Heavy Civil contractor delivering complex wastewater, water infrastructure, and underground utility projects across the Bay Area.

This is an opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a reputation for delivering major public works projects safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards. You'll play a key role overseeing field operations on significant infrastructure schemes ranging from wastewater treatment facilities to large-scale pipeline and utility installations.

Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site construction activities from start-up through completion.
• Coordinate subcontractors, self-perform crews, equipment, and materials.
• Drive project schedules and ensure milestones are achieved.
• Maintain the highest standards of safety and compliance.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Owners, and Inspectors.
• Manage daily planning, manpower, productivity, and site logistics.
• Conduct site meetings, toolbox talks, and progress reporting.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to project specifications.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Superintendent on Heavy Civil construction projects.
• Strong background in wastewater, water treatment, underground utilities, pipelines, pump stations, or municipal infrastructure.
• Proven ability to manage field teams on projects valued at $10M+.
• Knowledge of scheduling, construction sequencing, and productivity management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.

What's on Offer

• Performance bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive healthcare package.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Vehicle allowance/company vehicle.
• Long-term career progression with an industry-leading contractor.
• Stable pipeline of high-profile infrastructure projects throughout Northern California.