MWH Constructors

Tunneling Superintendent

MWH Constructors • $120K — $160K *
Portland, OR 97229In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in tunneling or underground construction (TBM or conventional)
  • Strong knowledge of tunnel safety and ground behavior
  • Proficient in reading plans, specifications, and geotechnical reports
  • Excellent communication and documentation capabilities
  • Ability to work in varying weather conditions

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily tunneling operations including excavation and TBM activities
  • Ensure contractor adherence to safety plans and OSHA regulations
  • Monitor and track tunnel progress and performance data
  • Verify compliance with contract documents and project specifications
  • Conduct QA/QC checks and document installation processes
  • Maintain detailed logs and reports of daily activities
  • Engage in project coordination meetings and resolve field issues
  • Assist in managing pay applications and contract compliance

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance options including medical, dental, and vision
  • Fully funded employee life and disability insurance
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate services
  • Flexible time off policy for vacation and personal time
  • Paid sick leave and parental leave programs
  • 10 paid holidays annually
  • 401(k) plan with up to 4% company matching
  • Bonuses for employee referrals through the referral program
Full Job Description
About the Role.

MWH Constructors are seeking a Tunneling Superintendent to support a $300m large-diameter water pipeline project for our water and wastewater infrastructure project located in Gresham, OR. This position provides an excellent opportunity to grow technical and leadership skills by working closely with senior engineers, construction managers, and subcontractors on large-scale municipal construction projects.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide daily field oversight of tunneling work (excavation, ground support, waterproofing, lining, TBM operations).
  • Monitor contractor compliance with safety plans, confined space procedures, ventilation, and OSHA requirements.
  • Track daily progress, TBM performance, production rates, and schedule impacts.
  • Verify work follows contract documents, specifications, drawings, and approved submittals.
  • Observe QA/QC activities, testing, and installation of ground support and tunnel systems.
  • Document activities through daily reports, photos, logs, and issue tracking.
  • Participate in coordination meetings and communicate field issues to the CM team.
  • Support review of quantities, pay applications, changes, and contract compliance.

Qualifications
  • 10+ years of tunneling or underground construction experience (TBM or conventional).
  • Strong understanding of tunnel safety, ground behavior, instrumentation, and QA/QC practices.
  • Ability to read plans, specs, shop drawings, and geotechnical reports.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.
  • Ability to work under the weather.

Certifications Preferred:
  • OSHA 30, Confined Space/Competent Person, First Aid/CPR.

Compensation:
  • Anticipated salary range is $120,000 - $160,000 per year, based on experience

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


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About MWH Constructors

MWH Constructors is a global construction firm that specializes in water and wastewater treatment plants, dams, and other large-scale infrastructure projects. With over 1,000 employees across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, MWH Constructors has a proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and on budget. The company's expertise in engineering, procurement, and construction allows them to provide turnkey solutions to their clients, from initial design to final commissioning. MWH Constructors is committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship, and works closely with clients to ensure that their projects are built to the highest standards of safety and quality.
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