Senior Superintendent (Water/Wastewater)

Clark Construction Group, LLC•Lorton, VA

3d•$110,000 - $225,000

About The Position

As a Senior Superintendent in the Clark Water Group, you will lead field operations to ensure an exceptional water/wastewater project is delivered to clients. You will oversee self-performed and contracted work, ensuring compliance with contract documents and the project schedule while fostering a culture of safety and quality. The role involves planning and coordinating work, managing jobsite logistics, communicating schedules and project requirements to stakeholders, and leading, mentoring, and developing team members. This is an active, hands-on role with significant time on construction sites and some office work. The job requires adaptability to varied weather and noise conditions, comfort in elevated or confined areas near moving equipment, and flexibility to work extended hours during critical project phases or in response to time-sensitive business needs and emergencies. Clark requires pre-employment and random quarterly drug fitness-for-duty testing.

Requirements

Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related discipline, or relevant work experience.
At least 10 years of experience in water/wastewater projects with a general contractor, or equivalent industry experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
At least 4 years of experience leading, developing, and motivating teams.
Experience successfully building water/wastewater projects from start to finish.
In-depth knowledge of the construction process, including scheduling, contract administration, equipment, and personnel.
Demonstrated experience leading field operations and communicating plans effectively across multiple audiences and stakeholders.
Advanced knowledge of applicable safety and building regulations, such as OSHA.
Alignment with Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, a team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, relationship-building, able to build people, teams, and followership, and able to set direction and execute.
Ability to work on active construction sites, including navigating uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists; bending, kneeling, reaching, and frequently lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively and visually read plans and inspect work.
Ability to work extended hours when required, monitor and respond to communications outside regular working hours for time-sensitive matters or emergencies, and work effectively under pressure.
Required to complete pre-employment and random quarterly drug fitness-for-duty screenings.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of construction management software platforms and tools, including Procore, PlanGrid, FieldWire, Bluebeam, and P6.

Responsibilities

Oversee the timely and quality installation of contracted work for a total project or a particular scope, trade contractor, or portion of a project.
Implement a culture of safety and quality among Clark employees and trade contractors, and conduct regular safety inspections to ensure compliance with company, contract, and government regulations.
Create and manage plans to sequence work, manage jobsite logistics, and track materials and personnel.
Ensure work meets project and company quality standards.
Take initiative and personal responsibility for delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
Develop, update, and communicate the project schedule, demonstrating command of critical milestones with project stakeholders.
Communicate the schedule effectively with contractors and stakeholders, and lead multidisciplinary meetings to gain agreement on the project schedule.
Manage, mentor, and develop team members to build a high-functioning team.
Cultivate strong relationships with project stakeholders.
Represent the company and team professionally in internal and external meetings and interactions.
Maintain working knowledge of owner contracts, subcontracts, and vendor agreements.
Participate in developing and maintaining staff charts, general conditions, and project costs, and demonstrate understanding of project key performance indicators.
Participate in closeout activities, including punch lists and building operations training.
Resolve jobsite obstacles, issues, and conflicts; identify long-term risks and advance the project plan to mitigate them.
Create a project site environment that inspires the team to perform at its best.
Attract, develop, and engage diverse talent by fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture based on trust and respect.
Develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win appropriate work.
Recruit, hire, and retain outstanding industry talent.
Anticipate stakeholder needs, desires, and goals to exceed expectations.