RemX | The Workforce Experts · 4 hours ago
Civil Utilities Superintendent
Salt Lake City, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $170K/yr
10+ years expRemX | The Workforce Experts is seeking an experienced Heavy Civil Utilities Superintendent to support a well-established heavy civil construction company specializing in underground utility and infrastructure work. This role is responsible for overseeing all field operations on sewer, water, and storm drain projects, leading multiple crews and subcontractors, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met.
Information TechnologyStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Jody Carle
Responsibilities
Lead, supervise, and coordinate multiple utility crews and subcontractors across one or more active projects
Interview, hire, and onboard field personnel as required
Approve timecards, workforce assignments, and time-off requests
Develop and manage short- and long-term work plans, production schedules, and manpower forecasts
Communicate daily objectives, sequencing, and productivity goals to forepersons and crew leads
Oversee installation of sewer, water, and storm drain systems, including trenching, pipe laying, structures, tie-ins, testing, and backfill
Coordinate utility work with survey, grading, paving, traffic control, and restoration activities
Ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, and municipal standards
Monitor production rates, material usage, and job cost performance
Identify and resolve field conflicts, constructability issues, and utility clashes
Enforce all site safety policies, OSHA requirements, and company safety standards
Conduct daily safety meetings, site inspections, and toolbox talks
Identify and correct safety hazards, deficiencies, or non-conforming work immediately
Ensure utility installations meet quality, testing, and inspection requirements
Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
Coordinate inspections, testing, and approvals with municipalities, inspectors, and utility owners
Obtain required permits and ensure work aligns with contract documents and governing authority requirements
Prepare and provide daily reports, production tracking, and progress updates
Communicate budget trends, schedule impacts, and field issues to project management
Work collaboratively with union representatives when applicable
Maintain positive working relationships with owners, inspectors, engineers, and project stakeholders
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Proven ability to manage multiple crews across multiple heavy civil utility projects
Strong knowledge of underground utilities, trench safety, and wet utility installation methods
Ability to read, interpret, and execute civil plans, profiles, and specifications
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, production-driven environments
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound field decisions
High attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety
Minimum 10 years of experience as a Superintendent in heavy civil construction
Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience with sewer, water, and storm drain installation
Demonstrated experience managing multiple crews and multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to access and navigate active construction sites in all weather conditions
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds as required
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
Equivalent experience considered in lieu of formal education
Company
RemX | The Workforce Experts
RemX is the professional staffing division of EmployBridge, a $3 billion staffing organization with more than 600 offices in the U.S. and Canada.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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