Superintendent - Municipal Underground Utilities

Position Summary:

We're seeking an experienced Superintendent to oversee multiple underground utility construction projects, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality field operations. The ideal candidate brings proven leadership experience, strong technical knowledge, and sound judgment, along with the curiosity and adaptability to embrace new ideas. Working collaboratively with Foremen, Project Managers, and fellow Superintendents, you'll strengthen field performance and help develop the next generation of field leaders.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Oversight & Execution

• Oversee field operations across multiple projects through Foremen, ensuring work meets schedule, budget, safety, and quality expectations while proactively resolving challenges

Field Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop Foremen, promoting accountability, collaboration, shared knowledge, and continuous improvement

Scheduling & Resource Management

• Coordinate labor, equipment, materials, and field schedules to maintain productivity, meet project milestones, and control costs

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Reinforce safe work practices and quality standards, ensuring deficiencies are addressed promptly and corrective actions prevent recurring issues

Communication & Collaboration

• Maintain effective communication and productive relationships with Foremen, Project Managers, fellow Superintendents, leadership, and project stakeholders

Required Qualifications:

• Significant civil construction experience, including underground water, sanitary sewer, and storm drainage systems
• Demonstrated experience as a Superintendent overseeing multiple projects, Foremen, and field crews
• Proven ability to lead and develop Foremen while maintaining accountability for field performance
• Strong knowledge of construction plans, specifications, methods, equipment, and OSHA safety requirements
• Effective scheduling, resource coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills, with sound judgment and adaptability
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between project sites

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive Superintendent experience in municipal underground utility or infrastructure construction
• Success mentoring field leaders and improving operational practices
• Experience working with municipalities, inspectors, engineers, and other project stakeholders
• Familiarity with construction management software and relevant safety certifications, including competent person training

Work Environment

• Primarily field-based, with travel throughout the Denver Metro and Front Range, occasional travel to more remote Colorado locations, and time in the office for planning and coordination
• Work involves active construction sites, outdoor conditions, uneven terrain, and operating heavy equipment
• Schedules vary based on project demands, operational priorities, and seasonal construction activities

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base Salary: $121,000-$135,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience
• Project Bonuses: Additional compensation based on established project completion and profitability criteria
• Medical Insurance: 100% employer-paid premiums for employees and eligible dependents after 60 days
• Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid employee premiums after 60 days; dependent coverage available at employee expense
• Company Vehicle: Company-provided truck and fuel card
• 401(k) & Profit Sharing: Eligibility after one year, with potential annual company profit-sharing contributions based on profitability, position, and tenure
• Paid Vacation: Two weeks from day one, prorated for the first year; three weeks after one year
• Additional Paid Leave: Company-observed major holidays and up to 48 hours of Colorado paid sick leave annually