Experience supervising projects in the water or wastewater industry is essential.
Demonstrated supervisory experience in construction settings.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
Proficient in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Current training as a Competent Person in safety protocols (Trenching, Scaffolds, Rigging, Confined Space, Fall Protection).
Up-to-date certifications in OSHA 10-hour, First Aid & CPR, SWPPP Inspector, silica, Risk Management, and Accident training.
Proven track record of successfully completing multi-million-dollar projects.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage mechanical, yard piping, and concrete crews on water/wastewater projects.
Monitor and enforce safety policies to maintain a safe workplace.
Ensure quality standards are consistently met or exceeded.
Handle short-term scheduling for manpower and equipment resources.
Coordinate permit and regulatory inspections effectively.
Maintain field document control, including daily reports and progress photographs.
Oversee material handling, including receiving, inventory, and storage.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Supportive work environment focused on safety and quality.
Engagement in diverse and impactful projects in the water/wastewater sector.
Full Job Description
Wharton-Smith, Inc. is currently seeking an experienced Superintendent with Water/Wastewater background for the Houston, Texas area as well as Central Texas. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for the direction and daily supervision of all jobsite field personnel on assigned water and wastewater treatment plant construction projects.
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage self-perform mechanical, yard piping and concrete crews on water/wastewater related projects
Monitor the project so that a safe workplace is being maintained and safety policy is administered
Ensure quality standards are met or exceeded
Short-term scheduling including manpower and equipment resources
Coordination of permit and regulatory inspections
Field document control including daily reports
Progress photographs
Material handling (receiving, and inventory, storage, spare parts)
Subcontract coordination
Jobsite hiring as required
As-Built drawings
Participate in post construction review
Small tool management
Knowledge of contract documents
Jobsite security
Completion of every project within time and budget
Accurate and timely quantity reporting and time keeping
Identify and communicate all changes in scope to Project Manager
Maintain a clean and orderly jobsite
Qualifications:
Must have experience supervising projects in the water or wastewater industry.
Appropriate supervisory experience.
Good communication and people skills.
Computer proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel.
Current training as Competent Person in Trenching, Scaffolds, Rigging, Confined Space, and Fall Protection.
Current in OSHA 10-hour, First Aid & CPR, SWPPP Inspector, silica, Risk Management, and Accident training.
History of successful completion of multi-million-dollar projects.
About Wharton-Smith Inc
Wharton-Smith Inc is a construction company that provides a range of services including general contracting, design-build, and construction management. The company specializes in the construction of commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings, as well as water and wastewater treatment facilities. Wharton-Smith Inc was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Sanford, Florida.
