What are the responsibilities and job description for the Superintendent- Mass Earthwork position at Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction?
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At Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction, we build more than bridges and highways — we build careers, communities, and a legacy. With over 50 years of excellence in heavy civil construction, RLW has earned a reputation for taking on some of the most complex and rewarding infrastructure projects in the western U.S.
As a Superintendent, you'll join a team that values leadership, strategic thinking, and innovation. Our projects span highways, bridges, rail, transit, and structural concrete — and we need strong leaders to help us take them from vision to reality.
What Sets RLW Apart
Position Description
Join RLW. Build what's next.
Responsibilities
The Superintendent responsibilities and abilities include but are not limited to the list below. Other duties may be assigned.
Position Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Strong Leadership and communication skills are also essential for managing teams and interacting with stakeholders and trade partners.
We are an equal opportunity employer: We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
At Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction, we build more than bridges and highways — we build careers, communities, and a legacy. With over 50 years of excellence in heavy civil construction, RLW has earned a reputation for taking on some of the most complex and rewarding infrastructure projects in the western U.S.
As a Superintendent, you'll join a team that values leadership, strategic thinking, and innovation. Our projects span highways, bridges, rail, transit, and structural concrete — and we need strong leaders to help us take them from vision to reality.
What Sets RLW Apart
- Competitive Package: Total Compensation, Including Bonus and Perks.
- People-first culture that values collaboration, mentorship, and integrity
- A clear path for career growth and leadership development
- Backing from Sterling Infrastructure, giving us the strength of a national network while keeping our entrepreneurial spirit
- The opportunity to lead high-impact projects that shape cities and communities
Position Description
Join RLW. Build what's next.
Responsibilities
The Superintendent responsibilities and abilities include but are not limited to the list below. Other duties may be assigned.
- Understand, enforce, and carry out Safety Policies.
- Create Job Hazard Analysis for assigned tasks and perform safety inspections.
- Schedules and documents all required inspections, quality testing, or other compliance requirements.
- Comply with Dust Control, SWPPP, and environmental requirements.
- Schedule and order materials, inspections, equipment and work force in order to meet project schedules, productions and specifications.
- Directly supervise jobsite crews to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications and the adherence to construction schedules.
- Confers with and directs personnel and subcontractors engaged in planning and executing work, interpreting specifications, and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays.
- Manage all day-to-day operations on the project and keep the project management team apprised.
Position Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Strong Leadership and communication skills are also essential for managing teams and interacting with stakeholders and trade partners.
- A minimum of 5 years of underground utilities and wet utilities (drainage, water and sewer)
- A minimum of 5 years of work experience and understanding of all phases of site development (dirt excavation work, underground utilities, grading, etc.)
- A minimum of 5 years of reading blueprints and specs for underground utilities
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Water, Sanitary Sewer and storm distribution systems
- OSHA 30, mission critical and data center work are preferred but not required.
We are an equal opportunity employer: We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.