HEAVY CIVIL UTILITY SUPERINTENDENT
Job Summary:
The Heavy Civil Utility Superintendent will be responsible for leading field operations on complex infrastructure projects including roadways, sewer and water systems. Projects range from $1M-$20M + and include municipal and state-funded work under prevailing wage requirements.
Equipment Worked On:
- Heavy-duty trucks: Mack Trucks, Kensworth, Peterbilt
- Heavy equipment: Caterpillar, John Deere
- Pickup trucks: Ford and GMC
- Trailers (air brakes, suspension, lightning, structural)
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Lead daily field operations for utility installation (sewer, water, drainage) and roadway construction
- Manage and direct crews, subcontractors, and equipment to meet aggressive schedules
- Interpret and execute plans, profiles, grades, and layout
- Oversee deep excavations, trenching, and shoring systems (trench boxes, sheeting, slide rail, etc.)
- Coordinate and manage dewatering operations
- Ensure safe work practices in active roadways and around existing utilities
- Maintain production tracking, daily reports, and schedule updates
- Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers, Inspectors, and Municipalities
- Enforce safety, quality, and productivity standards at all times
- Identify and resolve field issues before they impact schedule or cost
Requirements:
- 10+ years heavy civil construction experience
- Proven track record as a Superintendent on utility and roadway projects
- Strong understanding of:
- Grades, elevations, and layout
- Deep excavation and trench safety
- Shoring systems and confined space work
- Dewatering systems and groundwater control
- Working in tight roadways and congested utility corridors
- Ability to read and interpret plans, specs, and GPS/machine control data
- Experience managing multiple crews and subcontractors simultaneously
- Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment
Work Environment & Travel:
- Projects located throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and New England
- Travel is required depending on project location
Pay: $130,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
