Superintendent- Water / Wastewater

LVI Associates; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates seeks a seasoned Superintendent to lead field construction of water and wastewater facilities nationwide. You will oversee onsite activities, manage self-perform crews and subcontractors, and ensure safety, schedule, and budget targets are met.

Collaborate with engineers, inspectors, and owners; read drawings and specs; maintain quality control; develop daily and weekly plans; monitor productivity and material flow; travel to project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Superintendent, Foreman, or field leadership experience on heavy civil construction projects.
• Direct experience on water/wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, lift stations, pipeline, or utility infrastructure projects strongly preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel for project assignments.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all jobsite safety efforts and ensure compliance with company, client, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage daily field operations, including company self-performed work and subcontractor activities.
• Coordinate construction activities involving earthwork, structural concrete, carpentry, mechanical systems, electrical installations, and metal fabrication.
• Develop and maintain short-term schedules, crew assignments, and daily work plans.
• Prepare daily reports, labor tracking reports, and weekly look-ahead schedules.
• Monitor workforce productivity and ensure project goals are achieved safely and efficiently.
• Oversee material receiving, inventory control, and onsite storage management.
• Coordinate equipment utilization, rentals, maintenance, and procurement.
• Ensure field crews have the necessary drawings, specifications, permits, and work packages.
• Support project scheduling efforts and provide input on sequencing and resource planning.
• Implement and maintain project quality control standards and procedures.
• Plan staffing needs and manage craft labor assignments.
• Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for owners, engineers, and inspectors.
• Identify and resolve field issues, schedule impacts, and operational challenges.
• Collaborate closely with project management, engineering, procurement, and support teams.
• Assist with project cost control through labor monitoring, equipment management, and production tracking.
• Assume additional project leadership responsibilities when required.

Skills

Onsite leadership

Safety compliance

Field operations

Scheduling

Labor management

Client relations

Reading drawings

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

An established heavy civil and design-build contractor is seeking a Superintendent to oversee the construction, expansion, and rehabilitation of water and wastewater treatment facilities across the United States. This role is responsible for leading all onsite construction activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing complex water/wastewater infrastructure projects, self-perform crews, subcontractors, and field operations while maintaining strong client relationships throughout the construction process.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all jobsite safety efforts and ensure compliance with company, client, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage daily field operations, including company self-performed work and subcontractor activities.
• Coordinate construction activities involving earthwork, structural concrete, carpentry, mechanical systems, electrical installations, and metal fabrication.
• Develop and maintain short-term schedules, crew assignments, and daily work plans.
• Prepare daily reports, labor tracking reports, and weekly look-ahead schedules.
• Monitor workforce productivity and ensure project goals are achieved safely and efficiently.
• Oversee material receiving, inventory control, and onsite storage management.
• Coordinate equipment utilization, rentals, maintenance, and procurement.
• Ensure field crews have the necessary drawings, specifications, permits, and work packages.
• Support project scheduling efforts and provide input on sequencing and resource planning.
• Implement and maintain project quality control standards and procedures.
• Plan staffing needs and manage craft labor assignments.
• Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for owners, engineers, and inspectors.
• Identify and resolve field issues, schedule impacts, and operational challenges.
• Collaborate closely with project management, engineering, procurement, and support teams.
• Assist with project cost control through labor monitoring, equipment management, and production tracking.
• Assume additional project leadership responsibilities when required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 4+ years of Superintendent, Foreman, or field leadership experience on heavy civil construction projects.
• Direct experience on water/wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, lift stations, pipeline, or utility infrastructure projects strongly preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel for project assignments.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Earthwork and excavation
  • Structural concrete and formwork
  • Mechanical systems installation
  • Electrical construction
  • Carpentry and miscellaneous metals
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage crews, subcontractors, and multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.