Traveling Superintendent
Traveling Construction Superintendent - Water/Wastewater
Alabama + Florida Panhandle | Treatment Plants | Pump/Lift Stations | Utilities
A well-established general contractor specializing in water/wastewater infrastructure is seeking a Traveling Construction Superintendent to support active and upcoming projects throughout Alabama and the Florida Panhandle. This is a field leadership opportunity for someone who can take ownership of site execution and drive safety, quality, schedule, and productivity across complex municipal infrastructure work.
What You'll Be Doing
- Lead day-to-day field operations from mobilization through project closeout
- Coordinate crews, equipment, and subcontractors to hit production goals
- Drive the short-interval plan, 3-week look-ahead, and weekly work plans
- Enforce a strong safety culture (daily huddles, audits, training, compliance)
- Maintain high quality standards (inspections, testing, punch lists, turnover)
- Coordinate with Project Management on RFIs, submittals, procurement, and changes
- Communicate effectively with owners, engineers, inspectors, and stakeholders
- Maintain accurate field documentation (daily reports, quantities, photos, logs)
- Support commissioning/startup and closeout documentation as required
Project Experience That Translates Well
- Water/Wastewater Treatment Plants (WTP/WWTP) - new construction and expansions
- Pump Stations / Lift Stations - wet wells, valve vaults, generators, yard piping
- Underground Utilities - water mains, sanitary sewer, storm, force mains
- Concrete structures, sitework, piping, and coordination with mechanical/electrical scopes
What They're Looking For
Required
- 5+ years of Superintendent (or strong Lead/Foreman ready to step up) experience in heavy civil/utility construction
- Direct project exposure to WWTP/WTP, pump/lift stations, and/or underground utilities
- Strong understanding of excavation, trench safety, dewatering, piping, concrete, and sequencing
- Ability to read plans/specs and run work proactively with minimal direction
- Proven leadership-ability to hold crews and subs accountable while maintaining teamwork
Preferred
- Experience coordinating process/mechanical work in treatment facilities
- Familiarity with Procore (or similar construction management platforms)
- OSHA 30 (or ability to obtain), Trenching/Excavation Competent Person a plus
Travel Expectations
- Regional travel across Alabama and the Florida Panhandle
- Competitive travel support (commonly includes per diem, lodging, and vehicle support)
- Consistent backlog and long-term opportunity for traveling field leaders
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base pay + bonus potential (based on experience and project type)
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical/dental/vision, 401(k), PTO, etc.)
- Strong pipeline of municipal infrastructure work in a growing market
Interested?
Send a resume or a quick summary including:
- Years as Superintendent / Foreman
- Project types (WWTP/WTP, pump/lift stations, utilities)
- Travel availability / preferred rotation schedule
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