What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Superintendent – Water & Wastewater position at Sawcross, Inc.?
Sawcross is an employee-owned (ESOP) heavy industrial contractor specializing in water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, water supply and transmission systems, master pumping stations, and other industrial and civil infrastructure projects. With more than 35 years of experience and our new office in Greenville South Carolina, we are committed to building projects safely, on time, within budget and with high quality.
We are seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee daily field operations and lead crews on projects in the North Atlanta and Greenville, South Carolina area.
Responsibilities
- Direct and supervise foremen, crews, subcontractors, and daily field activities.
- Plan and coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, and construction schedules.
- Work closely with the Project Manager to maintain project schedule and budget.
- Read and interpret plans, specifications, subcontracts, and scopes of work.
- Coordinate with owners, engineers, inspectors, subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.
- Manage construction activities including site work, layout, sheeting, dewatering, concrete, equipment setting, underground utilities, and above ground piping systems.
- Monitor jobsite safety and ensure compliance with OSHA, company, client, and project requirements.
- Inspect work to ensure quality, productivity, and compliance with plans and specifications.
- Resolve field issues and coordinate construction means and methods.
- Coordinate material and equipment deliveries.
- Maintain daily logs, superintendent reports, time sheets, equipment logs, and project documentation.
- Maintain accurate As-Built Drawings.
- Monitor labor, equipment, and material costs.
- Lead safety meetings and promote a strong safety culture.
- Address employee performance, training, and personnel concerns.
- Assist the Project Manager with purchasing, subcontracts, scheduling, and project coordination.
Qualifications
- 10 years of civil construction experience preferred.
- Strong experience with water/wastewater treatment plants and underground utility construction.
- Experience with layout, site work, sheeting, dewatering, concrete, equipment setting, and piping systems.
- Previous experience supervising crews, foremen, and subcontractors.
- Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications.
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with a team.
- Valid driver's license.
Requirements
- Pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Ability to work overtime, nights, and weekends when required.
- Professional and courteous attitude.
Benefits
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Company truck
- 4-day work week
- Expense account
- Performance bonuses
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid 75% of employee and 65% dependent health premiums
- $50,000 employer-paid life insurance
- Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability
- AD&D insurance
- Paid vacation
- 9 paid holidays
- Opportunities for advancement
- Join a company where you're not just an employee — you're an owner.
Please submit a resume highlighting your relevant construction and supervisory experience. All inquiries are strictly confidential.
Sawcross is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other protected status.
Pay: $1,800.00 - $2,500.00 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $1,800 - $2,500