Superintendent - Underground Utilities & Excavation

An established underground utility and excavation contractor is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on infrastructure projects throughout northern Indiana.

This is an opportunity for a hands-on leader to oversee crews, coordinate daily production, and deliver projects that support local communities. Work includes sewer systems, water mains, treatment facilities, and excavation for municipal, commercial, and institutional clients.

• Oversee daily construction activities from mobilization through project completion.
• Lead foremen, equipment operators, and field crews.
• Plan and coordinate labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and deliveries.
• Manage underground utility installation, excavation, trenching, backfill, and compaction activities.
• Review plans, specifications, and project schedules to organize work and meet production goals.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, inspectors, and owners.
• Monitor workmanship, resolve field issues, and maintain quality standards.
• Enforce jobsite safety procedures and safe excavation practices.
• Maintain daily reports and communicate project progress, delays, and resource needs.

• Previous Superintendent or Foreman experience in underground utilities, excavation, or heavy civil construction.
• Strong knowledge of sewer and water main installation.
• Experience supervising crews and coordinating heavy equipment.
• Ability to read construction plans, specifications, elevations, and utility layouts.
• Understanding of trench protection, excavation safety, and jobsite safety requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage daily priorities and hold crews accountable for safety, quality, and production.
• Treatment facility construction experience is a plus.

• Lead essential infrastructure projects throughout northern Indiana.
• Take ownership of field operations and make a direct impact on project success.
• Apply your utility and excavation experience across a variety of projects.
• Work closely with project management to plan, solve challenges, and deliver quality results.