Water/Wastewater Superintendent/SSHO (Federal)

About the Role

A federal construction contractor is seeking an experienced Superintendent / SSHO to lead field operations and oversee project safety on a major infrastructure project in a remote desert environment. This individual will be responsible for day-to-day construction execution, subcontractor coordination, schedule management, quality oversight, and implementation of the site safety program.

Responsibilities

• Construction Leadership
  • Lead and supervise daily field operations and subcontractor activities.
  • Plan and coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, and construction sequencing.
  • Oversee execution of work to ensure compliance with contract documents, drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
  • Coordinate activities between multiple trades, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
  • Identify and resolve field issues impacting productivity, quality, safety, or schedule performance.
• Safety Management
  • Serve as the Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) and administer the project safety program.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements, project safety plans, and established safety procedures.
  • Conduct daily site safety inspections and address unsafe conditions or behaviors.
  • Facilitate toolbox talks, safety meetings, and project safety training.
  • Review and maintain safety documentation, reports, inspections, and incident records.
  • Support development and implementation of Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) and risk mitigation measures.
• Scheduling & Project Controls
  • Assist project leadership with development and maintenance of project schedules.
  • Monitor and update progress on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
  • Develop and manage short-term look-ahead schedules.
  • Coordinate upcoming work activities and resource requirements with subcontractors and field teams.
  • Support project planning, logistics, and execution strategies.
• Quality & Field Coordination
  • Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with project quality requirements.
  • Coordinate with project management, engineering, and quality personnel.
  • Assist with inspections, testing, deficiency tracking, and corrective actions.
  • Maintain communication with owners, consultants, inspectors, and subcontractors to support successful project delivery.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience as a Construction Superintendent on projects valued at $25 million or greater.
• Demonstrated experience supervising civil construction and site development activities.
• Experience managing underground utility installations, including water and wastewater systems.
• Experience with directional drilling, treatment facilities, utility infrastructure, or related heavy civil projects.
• Minimum 5 years of construction safety management experience.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification with documented ongoing safety training.
• Strong knowledge of construction means, methods, sequencing, and safety practices.
• Ability to lead subcontractors and field personnel in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel and temporarily relocate to the project site.

Preferred Qualifications

• Federal construction experience.
• Experience supporting projects for agencies such as USACE, NAVFAC, National Park Service, Department of Defense, Veterans Affairs, or GSA.
• Background in water/wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, pipelines, and utility infrastructure.
• Experience serving in a combined Superintendent and SSHO capacity.
• Proficiency with scheduling, project controls, and field reporting processes.