Job Title: Superintendent
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Hours: Monday through Friday
Supervisor: Company President
Location: Santa Maria, CA (100% in office)
Pay Range: $75,000 - $90,000 annually, DOE
Certain projects undertaken by Joseph Engineering are governed by California or federal prevailing wage laws. When working on these specific public works or government-contracted projects, you will be compensated at the mandated prevailing wage rate, including applicable fringe benefits, for the exact classification of work performed.
Position Summary:
At Joseph Engineering, we are proud to be a family-owned and operated business. In recent years, we have experienced strong, intentional growth and continue to scale our operations. As we look ahead, we are expanding our team to ensure we have the right people and structure in place to support our next phase of growth, while maintaining our core values: Be Safe, Be Honest, and Do the Right Thing, the First Time!
We are seeking an experienced and safety-driven Superintendent to lead our field operations. In this role, you will be the primary field commander responsible for the safe, profitable, and timely execution of full-service underground utility projects (water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, and conduit systems). You will directly manage field crews, heavy equipment, and subcontractors while ensuring strict adherence to civil blueprints, OSHA safety regulations, and municipal codes.
Core Responsibilities:
Field Management & Execution-
Oversee daily activities of foremen, pipelayers, operators, and laborers on deep excavation and utility installation sites.
Read and accurately interpret civil engineering plans, blueprints, and line-and-grade stakes.
Set up and utilize pipe lasers, GPS machine control, and optical instruments to ensure strict adherence to slope and elevation specifications.
Schedule and maximize the utilization of heavy equipment (excavators, loaders, trenchers) and crews to hit daily production targets.
Coordinate and supervise specialty subcontractors, including paving, bypass pumping, and directional drilling crews.
Oversee changes to project scope as needed, including as-built creation and documentation.
Safety & Regulatory Compliance-
Serve as the Competent Person on-site. Enforce zero-tolerance safety policies, specifically regarding trenching, shoring, sloping, and confined space entry.
Ensure exact compliance with 811/One-Call regulations; verify utility locations and safely execute potholing before major excavation begins.
Oversee site dewatering, erosion control, SWPPP compliance, and safe handling of varied soil conditions.
Follow all company policies and procedures, including Quality Control and Assurance Plans as applicable.
Project Control & Administration-
Develop and execute rolling 2-week and 3-week lookahead schedules to sync material deliveries, labor, and equipment.
Maintain meticulous daily logs detailing crew hours, equipment usage, quantities installed, and field conditions using tracking software and photo evidence.
Coordinate the timely delivery and staged layout of pipes, precast concrete structures, and aggregate bedding material.
Identify field changes or differing site conditions immediately; document and report them to the Project Manager for change-order processing.
Conduct regular safety inspections and address any violations immediately.
Document safety incidents and near misses.
Maintain open communication with the project manager and keep stakeholders informed of project progress.
Identify training needs and opportunities and provide on-the-job training to crew members.
Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
Qualifications:
2 years of direct superintendent experience required
Bachelors degree preferred
Knowledge of building products, construction details, and relevant rules, regulations, quality standards, and safety standards required
Excellent time, people, and resource management skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to plan and see “the big picture” with strong attention to detail
Must possess a valid driver's license
Must be able to pass a background check before hire
Basic knowledge and use of computer software. i.e. email, Excel, Word, etc.
Ability to use broad discretion in alignment with business goals and objectives
Construction Skill Requirements:
Understand means and methods of construction associated with underground utilities, grading, and civil engineering construction
Has a working knowledge of Federal/State/Local standards and specifications
Has a working knowledge of the cost of goods and services
Understands the sequencing of work and the strategy of creating effective project schedules
Ability to read drawings plans and blueprints
Preferred:
Certifications including OSHA 30, EM385-1-1 (40 hour), USACE CQM certified;
Direct supervisory experience on Federal projects (Vandenberg Airforce Base, Army Corps, or similar)
Physical Requirements:
Ability to perform physical construction labor while supervising field activities.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work on uneven terrain for extended periods.
Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to safely enter and exit trenches and equipment.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions.
Ability to wear required PPE and maintain situational awareness around active construction operations.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
This job description is not all inclusive. Joseph Engineering reserves the right to change job duties and essential job functions as required by business necessity. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis, without the need for sponsorship.
Joseph Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, California, or local laws. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Successful applicants must pass a drug screen and background check before beginning employment.
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