Water/Wastewater Superintendent

gpac; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full benefits

Job summary

gpac is seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Superintendent to lead field operations on municipal treatment plant projects in the Nashville area. This hands-on leadership role focuses on delivering high-quality infrastructure on time and within budget.

The successful candidate will manage crews, coordinate with PMs and inspectors, ensure safety, and uphold standards across self-perform and subcontracted work. Local work with strong benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of WTP/WWTP construction experience.
• Strong background in process piping and mechanical systems.
• Proven ability to lead crews and manage self-perform and subcontracted work.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of OSHA and construction safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations on water and wastewater plant projects.
• Install process piping, mechanical systems, tankage, and structure.
• Coordinate with PMs, engineers, inspectors, and subs.
• Monitor manpower, materials, equipment, and schedule adherence.
• Enforce safety standards and model accountability.
• Interpret plans, specs, and technical docs.
• Proactively solve field issues and adapt to site changes.

Skills

Field leadership

Piping installation

Project coordination

Safety compliance

Reading plans

Problem solving

Job description

Local Projects | Hands‑On Leadership | Critical Infrastructure

A well‑established civil and mechanical contractor in the Nashville area is seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Superintendent to lead field operations on complex municipal treatment plant projects. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who understands the unique challenges of WTP/WWTP construction and takes pride in delivering high‑quality, high‑impact infrastructure.

What You'll Lead

• Daily field operations for water and wastewater treatment plant projects
• Installation of process piping, mechanical systems, tankage, and structural components
• Coordination with project managers, engineers, inspectors, and subcontractors
• Monitoring manpower, materials, equipment, and production to maintain schedule and quality
• Enforcing safety standards and modeling a culture of accountability
• Reading and interpreting plans, specs, and technical documents
• Solving field issues proactively and adapting to changing site conditions

What You Bring

• 7+ years of experience in WTP/WWTP construction
• Strong background in process piping, mechanical systems, and treatment plant operations
• Proven ability to lead crews and manage both self‑perform and subcontracted work
• Strong communication and leadership skills - respected by field teams
• Solid understanding of OSHA and construction safety requirements
• Ability to troubleshoot, plan ahead, and keep work moving efficiently

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Strictly local work - home every night
• Competitive pay + full benefits
• Stable, long‑term role with a respected regional contractor
• Meaningful work that directly supports Nashville's growing infrastructure needs
• A company that values its people and rewards strong performance

If you're an experienced Superintendent ready to take ownership of complex water and wastewater projects in the Nashville area, we'd like to speak with you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.