Superintendent- Underground Utilities

Position Overview

At Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction (RLW), we build more than bridges and highways – we build careers, communities, and a legacy. With over 50 years of excellence in heavy civil construction, RLW is renowned for taking on some of the most complex and rewarding infrastructure projects in the western U.S. As a Superintendent, you will join a team that values leadership, strategic thinking, and innovation while managing projects spanning highways, bridges, rail, transit, and structural concrete.

Join RLW and build what's next.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand, enforce, and carry out Safety Policies.
• Create Job Hazard Analysis for assigned tasks and perform safety inspections.
• Schedule and document all required inspections, quality testing, or other compliance requirements.
• Comply with Dust Control, SWPPP, and environmental requirements.
• Schedule and order materials, inspections, equipment, and workforce to meet project schedules, production, and specifications.
• Directly supervise jobsite crews to ensure workmanship conforms to specifications and construction schedules are met.
• Coordinate with personnel and subcontractors in planning and executing work, interpreting specifications, and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays.
• Manage all day-to-day project operations and keep the project management team informed.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience with underground and wet utilities (drainage, water, and sewer).
• At least 5 years of experience and understanding of all phases of site development (dirt excavation, underground utilities, grading, etc.).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in reading blueprints and specifications for underground utilities.
• At least 5 years' experience in Water, Sanitary Sewer, and storm distribution systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 30, mission critical, and data center work experience are preferred but not required.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Package: Total Compensation, Including Bonus and Perks
• People-first culture that values collaboration, mentorship, and integrity
• A clear path for career growth and leadership development
• Backing from Sterling Infrastructure, combining national strength with an entrepreneurial spirit
• The opportunity to lead high-impact projects that shape cities and communities