Superintendent - Excavation/Utilities/Sitework

Location: Massachusetts / Plymouth County • Full-Time

About the Role

A well-established construction firm with deep experience in public infrastructure is seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead field operations on complex treatment plant, pump station, excavation, sitework, and utility-related projects. This is a strong opportunity for a Superintendent who understands the field and has experience doing large-scale excavation/sitework/utility projects. The right candidate will bring a strong field presence, practical construction knowledge, and the ability to lead crews, subcontractors, and day-to-day site execution with confidence. The company has a long-standing reputation for delivering challenging public and private sector projects and values field leaders who take ownership, communicate clearly, and know how to keep work moving safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field operations on water and wastewater treatment plant, pump station, and related infrastructure projects, as well as excavation/sitework/utility projects
• Supervise and coordinate subcontractors, self-performed work, vendors, and field crews
• Plan and schedule work activities to maintain project progress and hit key milestones
• Lead daily huddles, toolbox talks, and safety coordination with crews and subcontractors
• Coordinate closely with Project Managers on materials, manpower, subcontractor scheduling, and field issues
• Review plans, specifications, shop drawings, and contract documents to ensure work is performed correctly
• Maintain strong quality control and ensure work meets contract, scope, and project requirements
• Track daily and weekly progress, productivity, manpower, and site conditions
• Prepare accurate daily reports and communicate project updates clearly
• Interface with owners, engineers, inspectors, subcontractors, and local officials
• Participate in preconstruction planning, project closeout, punch list, and turnover activities
• Help mentor Assistant Superintendents, Field Engineers, and emerging field leaders

Requirements

• Proven Superintendent experience in excavation, water/wastewater treatment plant construction, pump stations, utilities, or other heavy civil infrastructure
• Strong understanding of field operations, construction sequencing, site logistics, and subcontractor coordination
• Experience working in active treatment facilities or technically complex infrastructure environments is highly valued
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and technical documents
• Strong safety mindset with the ability to lead crews and enforce safe, productive work practices
• Experience coordinating mechanical, electrical, concrete, utility, sitework, and process-related scopes
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with project teams, engineers, inspectors, and clients
• OSHA certification preferred

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on meaningful infrastructure projects that support clean water, wastewater treatment, and local communities
• Stable contractor with a strong history of delivering complex public infrastructure work
• Field-focused culture where experienced Superintendents are trusted to lead and make an impact
• Diverse project scope including treatment facilities, pump stations, utility work, site improvements, and building-related construction
• Strong team environment that values safety, quality, planning, and practical problem-solving
• Long-term opportunity for a Superintendent who wants to be a key part of a respected construction team

Pay

$120,000 - $170,000