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MWH Constructors
Tunneling Superintendent
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An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.
$64,815 / year median in Washington
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Tunneling Superintendent MWH Constructors life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, short term disability, long term disability, flex time, 401(k) United States, Washington, Kent Aug 19, 2026 MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation. As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here. The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters' communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you! 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.