Senior Superintendent- Water​/wastewater Construction

Salary: USD
130000 - USD
160000 per year

Our client is seeking an experienced Traveling Superintendent to oversee the construction of water and wastewater treatment facilities across the Upper Midwest. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on construction professional who enjoys managing complex infrastructure projects, leading field teams, and delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.

This position requires extensive travel throughout the upper midwest. We are looking for individuals with a strong background in water and wastewater treatment plant construction, particularly those who have worked for self-performing contractors and understand how to manage field operations, crews, subcontractors, and project schedules.

• Manage all on-site construction activities from project startup through completion.
• Lead field crews, subcontractors, and craft personnel while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.
• Coordinate daily operations, manpower, equipment, and materials.
• Monitor project schedules and ensure milestones are achieved.
• Work closely with project managers, owners, engineers, and inspectors.
• Conduct site meetings, safety briefings, and quality control inspections.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, safety requirements, and company standards.
• Assist with planning and execution of self-performed work activities including civil, concrete, mechanical, and underground utility scopes.

• 5+ years of Superintendent experience on water and wastewater treatment plant projects.
• Strong understanding of treatment plant construction including structural concrete, process piping, equipment installation, and underground utilities.
• Experience managing projects ranging from municipal treatment plant upgrades to new facility construction.
• Self-perform construction experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to lead crews and coordinate multiple trades simultaneously.
• Proven track record of delivering projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout the Upper Midwest.

• Wastewater Treatment Plants (WWTP)
• Water Treatment Plants (WTP)
• Pump Stations
• Lift Stations
• Process Mechanical Installation
• Underground Utilities
• Excavation and Earthwork

• Competitive compensation package
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Travel accommodations and per diem
• Long-term career growth with a respected heavy civil and water infrastructure contractor
• Opportunity to work on impactful municipal infrastructure projects throughout the region