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Superintendent - Water/Wastewater - New Bedford, MA
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A Construction Superintendent runs day-to-day operations on a construction site and controls the short-term schedule on the site. Also performs important quality control and coordinates subcontractors. Often works in cooperation with construction project manager.
$121,233 / year median in Massachusetts
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Lead a high-profile $18M pump station project! Join a stable company with exceptional employee retention. About Our Client Join a highly respected, long-established construction firm with decades of success across site work, utility, and commercial construction projects. Known for its strong culture, accessible leadership, and impressive employee retention, this growing organization offers long-term career stability and advancement opportunities. Job Description The Superintendent - Civil will: Lead all field operations for a major pump station and utility construction project. Manage subcontractors, crews, schedules, safety programs, and project logisitics. Coordinate daily activities to keep work progressing on time and within budget. Oversee complex underground utility installation and deep excavation work. Communicate effectively with project managers, engineers, clients, and field teams. Ensure compliance with safety standards and quality expectations. Drive project milestones through completion while maintaining strong site leadership. Support multiple projects throughout the South Shore region as business needs evolve. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful Applicant A successful Superintendent - Civil should have: Proven experience as a Superintendent leading construction projects independently. Strong background in site work and underground utility construction. Comfortable managing deep excavation projects with depth of approximately 25 feet. Wastewater, pump station, or water infrastructure experience preferred. Ability to coordinate crews, subcontractors, and project schedules effectively. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to commute to New Bedford, MA and travel throughout the South Shore region. What's on Offer Upon offer, the Superintendent - Civil will receive: Base salary: $125,000 - $165,000 USD (depending on experience) Performance bonus opportunity. Medical, dental, and vision coverage. Company covers 75% of health premiums and 100% of deductible costs. 401(k) with 2% company contribution plus 3% safe harbor match. 15 days PTO, increasing to 20 days after 5 years. Daily lunch provided. Long-term career growth with a stable and expanding contractor.