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Construction Superintendent – Underground Wet Utilities (3+ Yrs Exp Heavy Civil) - Austin

Rangeline Group13 open roles

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$120,000 a year
Where
Austin, Texas
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On site
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Your applicationOpen nowConstruction Superintendent – Underground Wet Utilities (3+ Yrs Exp Heavy Civil) - AustinRangeline Group · Austin, Texas
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The Superintendent is responsible for leading field operations on underground utility construction projects, ensuring work is executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to company quality standards. This role owns the day-to-day jobsite performance, coordinating labor, equipment, subcontractors, and materials to deliver profitable projects.

Key Responsibilities

Supervisory Responsibilities

  • Direct oversight of field personnel, including operators, laborers, and subcontractors
  • Responsible for crew productivity, performance, and adherence to company standards
  • Provide coaching and development to field team members

Field Leadership & Execution

  • Lead all field operations for underground utility projects including water, sewer, storm drain, and related civil scopes
  • Direct and coordinate crews, subcontractors, and vendors to meet production goals
  • Build and maintain daily/weekly work plans aligned with project schedule
  • Ensure proper installation methods, sequencing, and productivity in line with company standards
  • Perform regular site walks to monitor progress, quality, and safety

Schedule & Production Management

  • Drive project schedule execution in coordination with the Project Manager
  • Identify and remove field constraints (labor, materials, access, equipment)
  • Track daily production and adjust resources to maintain progress
  • Communicate schedule impacts early and propose solutions

Cost & Budget Accountability

  • Understand project budgets and support field execution to meet cost targets
  • Monitor labor, equipment, and material usage against budget
  • Identify and communicate potential cost overruns or inefficiencies
  • Support change order identification through field awareness

Safety & Compliance

  • Enforce company safety policies and regulatory requirements (OSHA, local/state)
  • Lead daily jobsite safety meetings and ensure proper documentation
  • Maintain a culture where safety is non-negotiable
  • Immediately address unsafe conditions or behaviors

Quality Control

  • Ensure all work meets contract requirements, specifications, and company standards
  • Coordinate inspections and testing as required
  • Prevent rework through proactive planning and oversight

Coordination & Communication

  • Partner closely with Project Managers on schedule, cost, and issue resolution
  • Interface with inspectors, general contractors, and clients in the field
  • Participate in project meetings and provide clear field updates
  • Communicate effectively with internal teams (estimating, accounting, operations)

Resource Management

  • Plan and coordinate workforce, equipment, and materials for each phase of work
  • Ensure crews have what they need before work begins (no “waiting on parts” jobsites)
  • Manage subcontractors to ensure alignment with project goals

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Required Skills & Abilities

  • Strong understanding of underground utility construction methods (trenching, shoring, pipe installation, tie-ins, etc.)
  • Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and grade stakes
  • Proven ability to manage multiple moving pieces on an active jobsite
  • Strong leadership presence with the ability to hold teams accountable
  • Practical problem-solving mindset (field-first thinking)
  • Clear and effective communication across field and office teams
  • Working knowledge of safety regulations and best practices
  • Minimum OSHA 30 Required
  • Experience with HCSS Heavy Job or similar field reporting applications

Qualifications & Education Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in heavy civil construction, with underground utility experience required
  • Previous experience in a Superintendent or Foreman leadership role
  • Experience working with General Contractors and municipal projects preferred
  • Valid driver’s license required
  • OSHA 30 (preferred)

Mental / Physical Demands / Work Environment

  • Frequent presence on active construction job sites
  • Exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, and heavy equipment
  • Ability to walk uneven terrain, climb in/out of trenches, and inspect work areas
  • Occasional lifting (50+ pounds)
  • Ability to work extended hours as project demands require

RUTS Construction is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All aspects of employment are based on performance, competence, and business needs. We hire individuals without regard to race, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by Federal, State, or Local law.

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