Superintendent – Heavy Civil/Underground Utilities

Massachusetts | Field-Based

$135,000–$160,000+ DOE

We are partnering with a well-established, family-owned heavy civil contractor seeking an experienced Superintendent to join their Massachusetts team. This is a field-based leadership role overseeing self-performed municipal infrastructure projects throughout the state.

The ideal candidate comes directly from heavy civil, underground utility, water/sewer, or municipal roadway construction and is comfortable managing multiple crews in a fast-paced, street-to-street environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Oversee approximately 2–2.5 self-performing field crews and work closely with foremen
• Manage municipal water, sewer, underground utility, and roadway projects
• Plan and forecast upcoming work, manpower, materials, and scheduling needs
• Stay several steps ahead of crews by identifying utility conflicts and potential field issues before they impact production
• Coordinate with engineers, inspectors, utility companies, subcontractors, and project teams
• Handle field layout, permits, material ordering, and subcontractor coordination
• Track completed quantities and ensure work is properly documented for billing/payment
• Maintain redline drawings and project documentation
• Participate in weekly project meetings and required reporting
• Keep crews productive, projects moving, and field issues resolved

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of directly relevant heavy civil/municipal underground construction experience
• Strong background in water, sewer, underground utilities, and/or roadway construction
• Experience working for a self-performing contractor
• Proven experience managing field crews and foremen
• Strong look-ahead planning, scheduling, and forecasting skills
• Experience with municipal/public hard-bid projects strongly preferred
• Ability to work independently without heavy day-to-day oversight
• Experience with Procore, Trimble, B2W Track, Microsoft Office, or Excel is helpful but not required; software can be taught.

Project & Travel Details

Projects are located throughout Massachusetts, including the Boston area, North Shore, South Shore, and Cape Cod. Typical projects range from approximately $10M–$30M and average around two years in duration.

This position is primarily field-based, with Superintendents generally reporting directly to their assigned project/jobsite. No overnight travel is required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary approximately $135K–$150K, with flexibility up to approximately $160K for highly experienced candidates
• Bonus opportunity
• Company truck and fuel card
• Medical, dental, and optional vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match

This is a great opportunity for an experienced underground Superintendent who enjoys being close to the work, leading crews, and having the autonomy to run projects without being micromanaged.