Civil Superintendent

Distro

$95K — $135K *
Reno, NV 89502In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in field leadership roles such as Foreman or Superintendent.
  • Strong background in site development, earthwork, and underground utilities.
  • Deep knowledge of grading, compaction, and utility systems.
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting civil plans and profiles.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily operations for mass grading, excavation, utilities, and roadway construction.
  • Manage crews, operators, and equipment effectively.
  • Drive project sequencing to prevent delays and ensure timely resource use.
  • Develop detailed daily work plans and 2-week to 6-week lookaheads.
  • Coordinate with clients and verify materials and equipment availability.
  • Oversee installation of key infrastructure including water, sewer, and electrical systems.
  • Conduct quality control checks for grades, elevations, and compaction, ensuring inspection readiness.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness program.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
  • Paid time off and holidays for work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Supportive team environment with a focus on safety.
Full Job Description
Role Overview Field leadership role responsible for executing site development projects , including earthwork, utilities, and infrastructure. Accountable for production, safety, coordination, and schedule execution across multiple crews and scopes.

Key Responsibilities Field Leadership & Production Lead daily operations across: Mass grading Excavation Utilities Roadway construction Manage crews, operators, and equipment Drive sequencing to avoid delays Ensure efficient use of resources Planning & Coordination Develop: Daily work plans 2-week and 6-week lookaheads Coordinate Client, equipment, and materials Remove constraints impacting productivity Utilities & Technical Execution Oversee installation of: Water, sewer, storm drain Electrical and communication systems Ensure accuracy in: Trenching Bedding Compaction Testing Coordinate layouts, elevations, slopes Quality Control Verify: Grades, elevations, compaction Ensure inspection readiness Coordinate with inspectors and agencies Minimize rework Safety Leadership Enforce safety standards and OSHA compliance Conduct: JHAs Daily safety meetings Identify and mitigate hazards Crew & Subcontractor Management Manage crews and subcontractors Maintain accountability and expectations Ensure communication between field and PM team Reporting & Closeout Maintain daily production reports Track quantities and productivity Support: Punch list Inspections As-builts

Qualifications 7+ years field leadership (Foreman/Superintendent) Strong experience in: Site development Earthwork Underground utilities Knowledge of: Grading, compaction, utility systems Ability to read civil plans and profiles Strong leadership and communication skills

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