Utility/Underground Pipe Superintendent

Ames Construction • Burnsville, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Utility/Underground Pipe Superintendent plans, directs, and oversees field operations for underground utility construction on heavy civil and highway projects. The role leads foremen, pipe crews, operators, and subcontractors installing storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water main, structures, and related utility systems. The Superintendent ensures work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with project plans, specifications, quality standards, and client expectations. The role serves as a key liaison between field operations, project management, clients, and other stakeholders, while promoting a strong safety culture and developing high-performing teams.

This is a travel position requiring extended assignments to active construction projects throughout the Central Region. Projects may be located in Iowa, South Dakota, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and West Virginia. The employee must be willing and able to temporarily relocate to project areas and work away from home for prolonged periods. Assignments, durations, and locations may change according to workload and project demands.

Work is primarily performed at active construction sites, including highways, roadways, and heavy civil infrastructure projects. The position involves exposure to outdoor weather conditions, heavy equipment, moving machinery, traffic, and construction hazards. PPE is mandatory at all job sites. Extended hours, early mornings, nights, weekends, and occasional holidays may be required to meet project schedules.

The stated hourly wage is $36.00–$58.00, varying based on factors including union contracts, experience, knowledge, and skills. Health and welfare benefits are provided through the Local Union Health Fund and include medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage. Retirement benefits include employer contributions to pension and annuity funds per the applicable CBA. Project-based pay may include overtime, shift differential, per diem/subsistence, and travel eligibility. Ames-sponsored benefits include mental health benefits and virtual physical therapy benefits.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of underground utility, heavy civil, or highway construction experience.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Foreman, General Foreman, Superintendent, or in a comparable field leadership role.
• Extensive knowledge of underground utility construction, including storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water main, excavation, trenching, grading, and utility installation methods.
• Comprehensive understanding of OSHA regulations, trench safety requirements, utility locating procedures, and excavation best practices.
• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, project sequencing, scheduling, and cost control principles.
• Proven ability to lead and manage multiple crews, subcontractors, and field personnel on large-scale projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude with strong leadership and motivational abilities.
• Effective time-management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Willingness and ability to temporarily relocate to project areas and work away from home for prolonged periods.
• Ability to walk, stand, climb, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds in a construction environment.
• Ability to work extended hours, early mornings, nights, weekends, and occasional holidays as required by project schedules.
• Strict adherence to safety protocols and use of mandatory personal protective equipment at job sites.

Responsibilities

• Champion a safety-first culture and ensure safety policies, procedures, and best practices are followed.
• Lead, manage, and develop utility foremen, pipe crews, operators, and other field personnel.
• Plan and coordinate underground utility construction activities, including storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water main, structures, and related infrastructure.
• Oversee daily field operations to ensure work is safe, efficient, and consistent with project schedules.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, subcontractors, materials, and deliveries to maximize productivity and minimize delays.
• Conduct pre-task planning meetings and ensure daily safety meetings are completed.
• Monitor trench safety, excavation operations, utility locating, dewatering, and shoring for compliance with OSHA requirements and company standards.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Project Engineers, Surveyors, Safety Professionals, subcontractors, owners, and other trades to maintain progress and resolve issues.
• Develop and execute work plans covering manpower forecasting, scheduling, equipment utilization, and material procurement.
• Monitor production, quantities, budgets, and cost performance, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Track and report daily production quantities, labor hours, equipment utilization, and material usage.
• Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts, constructability concerns, utility conflicts, resource shortages, and project risks.
• Inspect ongoing and completed work for compliance with plans, specifications, quality standards, and client expectations.
• Maintain project documentation, including daily reports, timecards, production tracking, safety documentation, and project logs.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop field personnel to strengthen workforce capabilities and succession planning.
• Promote a positive team environment and the values, culture, and standards of Ames Construction.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance through the Local Union Health Fund
• Dental insurance through the Local Union Health Fund
• Vision insurance through the Local Union Health Fund
• Prescription drug coverage through the Local Union Health Fund
• Employer contributions to pension and annuity funds per CBA
• Project-based overtime, shift differential, per diem/subsistence, and travel eligibility
• Mental health benefits
• Virtual physical therapy benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed