Civil Superintendent / Forman

In this role you lead underground utilities construction projects, overseeing field operations, safety, and delivery. You will coordinate with engineers, inspectors, and utilities to ensure on-time, on-budget completion. You shape project execution from planning to closeout and mentor field personnel. This position offers hands-on leadership in Sacramento/Bay Area projects with a strong focus on safety and quality, delivering critical infrastructure.

• salary range $130,000-$160,000 (California location dependent)
• bonus potential
• benefits and compensation discussed
• equal opportunity employer

• Oversee underground utilities construction across water, sewer, storm drain, gas, electrical, and telecom projects
• Manage field operations, crews, subcontractors, and equipment
• Ensure safety, schedule adherence, and budget compliance
• Coordinate with engineers, inspectors, utility companies, and municipalities
• Enforce safety protocols and quality control standards
• Prepare project schedules, reports, and change orders
• Mentor and develop field personnel

• 10+ years of direct experience managing underground utilities construction
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale underground utility projects
• Knowledge of underground construction methods, shoring, trench safety, OSHA/CAL-OSHA regulations
• Ability to read and interpret civil engineering plans and specs
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and handle physically demanding environments
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Experience in the Greater Sacramento / Bay Area
• Relevant certifications (e.g., 30-Hour OSHA, Trenching & Excavation)
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus

• leadership
• communication
• problem-solving
• underground construction methods
• shoring and trench safety
• reading civil plans and specifications