Construction Superintendent

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation. We are seeking a Construction Superintendent to join our team..

As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here.

The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters' communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you.

Construction Superintendent

We are seeking a highly experienced and safety-focused Construction Superintendent to oversee field operations for large-scale infrastructure projects, with a specific emphasis on water and wastewater facilities, pump stations, pipelines, and related heavy civil works. The Superintendent will lead and support onsite construction activities, supervise subcontractors and craft labor, and ensure adherence to project design, schedule, and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has strong field supervision experience, technical knowledge across multiple disciplines (civil, mechanical, electrical), and a proven ability to coordinate with engineering, project management, and stakeholders to ensure high-quality, efficient project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Field Supervision & Site Coordination

• Supervise and coordinate major work scopes including site work, concrete placement, mechanical/process equipment installation, and structural components.
• Support and enable day-to-day activities for subcontractors and field crews; review daily work plans to ensure safe and efficient execution.
• Coordinate work sequencing and interface across disciplines to minimize delays and rework.
• Maintain strong communication with engineering and project management teams to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and schedules.
• Review and document actual work hours and productivity versus planned outputs.

• Enforce project safety policies in accordance with company, client, and OSHA regulations; lead daily safety briefings and audits.
• Ensure that all employees and subcontractors meet minimum safety training and equipment requirements.
• Monitor compliance with project quality requirements; inspect ongoing work to ensure it meets technical specifications and construction standards.
• Identify safety risks or productivity issues and share with the project management team to implement corrective actions.

• Assist with on-site construction problems related to sequencing, productivity, or resource conflicts.
• Participate in punch list development, commissioning, and project closeout.

Basic Qualifications:

• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Minimum 10 years of field experience supervising heavy civil construction projects ranging from $10M–$100M, with a strong emphasis on water/wastewater infrastructure.
• Proven knowledge of all construction disciplines including civil, mechanical, and electrical.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and coordinate multiple trades and subcontractors effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and familiarity with construction management software.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and specifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent safety training.
• Expertise in water/wastewater projects, especially in concrete water-holding structures and process equipment installation.
• Strong working knowledge of cost control, schedule management, and manpower planning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for maintaining strong relationships with clients, engineers, and subcontractors.

Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

MWH Constructors is a leading project delivery company with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services and a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction services and safety practices, the Company’s multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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