Underground/Deep Utility Superintendent

Kids for the Future; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (3 plans to choose)

Vision Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Job summary

Kids for the Future in Virginia Beach, VA seeks an Underground Utility Superintendent to lead field operations for complex underground utility projects. You will direct crews, coordinate equipment and subcontractors, and ensure work aligns with plans, specs, and quality standards.

Responsibilities include planning daily operations, guiding trenching and deep excavation, and maintaining safety with OSHA compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of underground utility construction experience, with supervisory or superintendent experience preferred.
• Experience with deep utility installation and excavation operations.
• Knowledge of water, sewer, storm drainage, trenching, shoring, dewatering, and pipe installation methods.
• Ability to read civil plans, utility profiles, specifications, grades, and survey information.
• OSHA trench safety knowledge and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily field operations for underground utility construction.
• Lead deep excavation and utility installation activities, including trenching, shoring, dewatering, bedding, pipe installation, structures, backfill, and restoration.
• Direct foremen, operators, laborers, and subcontractors to achieve production goals.
• Review project plans and schedules to ensure accurate execution of work.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, and subcontractor activities with project management.
• Maintain trench safety and OSHA compliance on site.
• Train and coach field employees on safety, quality, and productivity.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Underground utilities

Leadership

Plan reading

Team leadership

Tools

GPS

Survey equipment

Job description

• Location 160 Newtown Road,Suite 500,Virginia Beach, VA, 23462,United States
• Base Pay $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 / Year
• Employee Type FT Exempt

Position Summary

The Underground / Deep Utility Superintendent is responsible for leading field operations for complex underground utility and deep excavation projects. This role directs crews, coordinates equipment and subcontractors, maintains production schedules, and ensures work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with plans, specifications, and quality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily field operations for underground utility construction, including water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, force mains, and related infrastructure.
• Lead deep excavation and utility installation activities, including trenching, shoring, dewatering, bedding, pipe installation, structures, backfill, and restoration.
• Direct foremen, operators, laborers, and subcontractors to achieve daily and weekly production goals.
• Review project plans, specifications, utility profiles, grades, and schedules to ensure accurate execution of work.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, deliveries, and subcontractor activities with project management.
• Ensure proper trench safety, excavation protection, confined-space procedures, and compliance with OSHA and company safety requirements.
• Conduct pre-task planning, daily safety discussions, and jobsite inspections; immediately address unsafe conditions or practices.
• Monitor line and grade, elevations, slopes, utility crossings, and installation tolerances.
• Work closely with survey and GPS personnel to confirm layout and elevations.
• Track daily production, quantities, manpower, equipment utilization, delays, and field conditions.
• Identify potential conflicts, constructability concerns, or schedule impacts and communicate them promptly to project management.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, tie-ins, shutdowns, and other critical utility activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional jobsite.
• Train, coach, and hold field employees accountable for safety, quality, productivity, attendance, and performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of project and company operations.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of underground utility construction experience, with prior supervisory or superintendent experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with deep utility installation and excavation operations.
• Strong knowledge of water, sewer, storm drainage, trenching, shoring, dewatering, and pipe installation methods.
• Ability to read and interpret civil plans, utility profiles, specifications, grades, and survey information.
• Working knowledge of OSHA excavation and trench safety requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple crews and coordinate changing field priorities.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• OSHA 10/30, Competent Person, First Aid/CPR, confined-space, or similar construction certifications are preferred.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and jobsite conditions.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods on uneven terrain.
• Ability to climb, bend, stoop, kneel, and access active construction areas.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Ability to work around heavy equipment, open excavations, noise, dust, traffic, and other construction hazards.
• Must be able to work extended hours, early mornings, nights, or weekends when project conditions require.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Medical Insurance (3 plans to choose from)
• Vision Insurance
• Supplemental voluntary life insurance (self, spouse, child and AD&D)
• Accident and Critical Illness insurance
• Company paid Short Term Disability and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.