Senior Superintendent (Water/Wastewater)

Clark Construction Group•Washington, DC

About The Position

As a Senior Superintendent in the Clark Water Group, you will lead field operations to deliver water/wastewater projects for clients. You will oversee self-performed and contracted work, ensure compliance with contract documents and project schedules, and foster a culture of safety and quality. The role includes planning and sequencing work, managing site logistics, materials, and personnel, communicating schedules, and leading project teams and stakeholders through construction and closeout. This is an active, hands-on position spent significantly on construction sites, along with time in an office. The work involves navigating uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, hoists, elevated or confined areas, and moving mechanical equipment, as well as working in varied weather and moderate to loud noise. The position requires physical activity, including frequent lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. It is a demanding, high-performance role that may require extended hours and responsiveness to time-sensitive matters or emergencies outside regular hours.

Requirements

Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related discipline, or relevant work experience.
10+ years of experience in water/wastewater projects with a general contractor, or equivalent industry experience with increasing responsibility.
4+ years leading, developing, and motivating teams.
Experience successfully building water/wastewater projects from start to finish.
In-depth knowledge of construction processes, 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 and teams and followership, set direction, and execute.
Ability to perform active, hands-on work, including frequent movement around job sites and lifting and carrying materials up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to work extended hours when needed and respond to communications for time-sensitive matters or emergencies.
Pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening is required; the company also conducts random quarterly drug fitness-for-duty tests.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Oversee timely, quality installation of contracted work for a project, scope, trade contractor, or project portion.
Implement a culture of safety and quality among employees and trade contractors, and conduct regular safety inspections for 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 personal responsibility and initiative to deliver projects on schedule and budget.
Develop, update, and communicate the project schedule, maintaining command of critical milestones.
Communicate schedules effectively with contractors and stakeholders, and lead multidisciplinary meetings to build agreement on the schedule.
Manage, mentor, and develop team members.
Cultivate strong relationships with project stakeholders and represent the company professionally in internal and external interactions.
Maintain working knowledge of owner contracts, subcontracts, and vendor agreements.
Participate in developing and maintaining staff charts, general conditions, and project costs, and understand project KPIs.
Participate in closeout activities, including punch lists and building operations training.
Solve jobsite obstacles, issues, and conflicts; identify long-term risks and advance plans 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 work.
Recruit, hire, and retain outstanding industry talent.