Utilities Superintendent – Excavation Projects

Wolff-Excavating; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Company truck provided

Employer-paid medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Accident insurance

HSA option

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Wolff Excavating is seeking a Utilities Superintendent to lead excavation, earthwork, and underground utility construction projects in Utah. The role focuses on field operations, crew and equipment management, and on-schedule delivery while upholding OSHA safety standards.

With over 40 years in heavy civil construction, Wolff Excavating offers a competitive benefits package and on-site leadership opportunities to deliver high-quality site development and utility installations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in excavation, earthwork and underground utilities construction.
• Proven experience as a Superintendent or Civil Superintendent.
• Strong background in heavy civil sitework, grading, and utility installation.
• Experience with water, sewer and storm drain utilities preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specs.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and jobsite safety standards.
• Leadership and crew management skills.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Lead field operations for excavation, grading and underground utility installation.
• Coordinate scheduling, crews, subcontractors and equipment.
• Read civil plans, blueprints, specs and soil reports.
• Oversee trenching, backfill, pipe installation and site development.
• Coordinate permits, inspections, blue stakes, and traffic control.
• Monitor progress, productivity and project costs.
• Ensure safety compliance and enforce company safety policies.
• Supervise foremen, operators, and labor crews.
• Maintain daily reports, timecards and project documentation.
• Communicate with project managers, clients, inspectors and vendors.
• Manage equipment, materials and jobsite logistics.

Skills

Leadership

Field operations

Underground utilities

OSHA safety

Construction scheduling

Reading plans

Driver's license

Communication

Job description

Utilities Superintendent – Excavation Projects | Heavy Civil Construction | Underground Utilities

Wolff Excavating is hiring an experienced Utilities Superintendent to lead excavation, earthwork, and underground utility construction projects in South Jordan, UT.

With over 40 years in heavy civil construction, we are known for high-quality site development, grading, trenching, and utility installation. This role is ideal for a hands-on construction superintendent with strong experience in underground utilities (water, sewer, storm drain) who can manage safe, efficient, and on-schedule job sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage field operations for excavation, grading, and underground utility installation
• Coordinate construction scheduling, crews, subcontractors, and equipment
• Read and interpret civil plans, blueprints, specifications, and soil reports
• Oversee trenching, backfill, pipe installation, and site development activities
• Coordinate permits, inspections, blue stakes (811), and traffic control plans
• Monitor project progress, productivity, and job costs
• Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards and company safety policies
• Supervise foremen, heavy equipment operators, and labor crews
• Maintain accurate daily reports, timecards, and project documentation
• Communicate with project managers, clients, inspectors, and vendors
• Manage construction equipment, materials, and jobsite logistics

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in excavation, earthwork, and underground utilities construction
• Proven experience as a Superintendent, Site Superintendent, or Civil Superintendent
• Strong background in heavy civil, sitework, grading, and utility installation
• Experience with water, sewer, storm drain, and dry utilities preferred
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, jobsite safety, and excavation safety standards
• Strong leadership, communication, and crew management skills
• Proficiency in construction scheduling and problem-solving in the field
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

Pay & Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Company truck provided
• 100% employer-paid medical insurance for employee
• Dental, vision, life, accident, and HSA options
• 401(k) with company match
• Stable, year-round work in heavy civil construction
• Established company with consistent backlog of excavation and utility projects

Wolff Excavating is a trusted name in excavation, site development, and underground utilities. If you are a results-driven construction superintendent ready to lead crews and deliver high-quality projects.