Superintendent - Water/Wastewater Construction

SpawGlass; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company is seeking a Superintendent to oversee daily operations on-site, ensuring safety and high-quality performance in project delivery. Responsibilities include safety management, project planning, and subcontractor coordination. Ideal candidates will have construction management experience and proficiency with relevant software tools. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including profit-sharing and health coverage.

Benefits

Employee ownership

Competitive pay

Health coverage

401(k) with employer match

Wellness support

Generous PTO

Qualifications

• Proven construction management experience.
• Ability to perform physical activities on a job site.
• Proficiency with construction management software.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Develop production budgets and schedules.
• Manage subcontractors to align with project goals.
• Implement Quality Control plans.
• Track productivity and manage budgets.

Skills

Safety mindset

Strategic decision-making

Constructability expertise

Collaboration

Education

Degree in construction management or engineering technology

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Construction management software

Job description

Overview

Our Superintendent manages daily on-site operations ensuring a safe, cost-effective and high-quality construction process while driving the project to exceed schedule expectations. The ideal candidate has a strong safety mindset, excels in strategic decision-making, demonstrates proven constructability expertise and effectively collaborates with trade partners.

With expertise in water and wastewater infrastructure, our Superintendent ensures project delivery meets environmental and municipal standards while maintaining uninterrupted service through effective coordination of utility installation, structural concrete, mechanical systems, and site logistics.

What you'll do

• Safety Management: Ensure compliance with safety regulations, develop project-specific safety plans, and promote safety awareness through regular meetings and huddles.
• Project Planning and Scheduling: Develop production budgets and schedules within the first seven weeks, lead Lean pull planning sessions, and manage timelines to meet milestones and deadlines.
• Site Management: Mobilize the site by establishing utilities, services, and security, maintain organized inventory, and optimize site utilization for efficiency.
• Subcontractor Coordination: Manage subcontractors to align with project goals, address conflicts promptly, and lead weekly coordination meetings with internal and external teams.
• Quality Control: Implement project-specific Quality Control plans, address conflicts in drawings before construction, and resolve quality issues quickly through documentation and corrective actions.
• Cost Management: Track productivity, manage budgets to minimize variances, and approve subcontracts and purchases to maintain cost control.
• Communication and Documentation: Maintain accurate daily logs in Procore, provide timely updates to the Project Manager, and lead site meetings to ensure clear communication of objectives and progress.
• Technical Oversight: Optimize construction techniques, ensure BIM compliance with fieldwork, and resolve discrepancies in methods and materials proactively.

What you bring to the team

• A degree in construction management, engineering technology or similar is a plus.
• Proven construction management experience.
• Proficiency with construction management software and Microsoft Office Suite (SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Essential Functions

• Perform physical activities such as twisting, stooping, bending, squatting, kneeling, crawling, climbing ladders and stairs, walking on uneven ground, working on scaffolds above ground, and in ditches below ground. Up to seven hours of an eight-hour shift are spent standing.
• Work comfortably in confined spaces without fear and demonstrate the ability to read GHS labels on containers through color recognition.
• Have depth perception to identify hazards such as excavations and to hear horns or sirens from moving equipment.
• Exhibit good finger manipulation skills for precise tasks.
• Climb on light and heavy equipment, carry, and use hand tools effectively.
• Handle constant lifting of 10 lbs, frequent lifting of 25 lbs, and a maximum single-person lifting capacity of 50 lbs (assistance required for items over 50 lbs). Tasks may involve reaching at, above, or below shoulder height.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment

• Construction site environment. You may be exposed to noise, dampness, heat, cold, dust, fumes (occasionally, but always well-ventilated), chemicals (will work with, but normally won’t work in a chemical environment) and confined spaces (on occasion). Temperatures range from 25º to 115ºF.
• Wear puncture-resistant footwear, long pants, and shirts with four-inch sleeves.
• Use all required PPE, including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, high-visibility vests, earplugs, fall protection gear, and respiratory equipment, as provided.
• Maintain a professional, clean, and well-groomed appearance.
• Work schedule will align with project demands and timelines.

Total Rewards

• Employee Ownership: Enjoy ownership from day one.
• Competitive Pay: Salary based on market data and performance.
• Profit Sharing & Incentives: Share in company success and earn project bonuses.
• Vehicle Allowance & Phone Reimbursement: Stay mobile and connected.
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision after 30 days, plus HSA contributions.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) with employer match (Traditional and Roth).
• Wellness Support: Gym and mental health reimbursements.
• Career Development: Access SpawGlass University and continuing education assistance.
• Generous PTO: Plus paid holidays and team member assistance.

SpawGlass is an Equal Opportunity Employer.