Construction Superintendent ( 5 yrs exp req )

Summary

WP Davis Excavation LLC is seeking a highly capable, field-driven Construction Superintendent to lead on-site execution for a long-term heavy civil and environmental restoration project in Whiting, Maine.

This is a full-time, on-site leadership role overseeing crews, subcontractors, safety, and environmental compliance. Due to the project’s distance from our home office, this role requires a superintendent who is self-sufficient, decisive, and comfortable solving problems independently in the field.

The Superintendent will play a key role in delivering the project safely, efficiently, and in accordance with plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements.

This position is intended for a true builder — someone who understands how the work is constructed because they have personally done it.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for day-to-day field operations on the project site

• Lead from the field with a hands-on approach, not from a desk or trailer

• Plan, sequence, and execute work with limited day-to-day input from the home office

• Supervise and coordinate company crews and subcontractors

• Direct work based on a strong understanding of construction means and methods, not just schedules

• Enforce job site safety, including daily hazard analyses and toolbox talks

• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and environmental permit requirements

• Coordinate dam restoration and fish passage construction, including excavation, cofferdams, dewatering, and concrete operations

• Resolve constructability, sequencing, and means-and-methods challenges in real time

• Train, correct, and guide crews during active work to ensure quality and safety

• Coordinate schedules, material deliveries, equipment, and subcontractor activities

• Maintain daily reports, production tracking, and required project documentation

• Communicate clearly and effectively with project management, inspectors, engineers, subcontractors, and owners

This role requires hands-on field leadership grounded in personal experience building earthwork and concrete scopes.

Required Qualifications

General Superintendent Experience

• 5+ years of experience as a superintendent or lead field supervisor on heavy civil projects

• Proven ability to lead crews and subcontractors with limited day-to-day oversight

• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, scheduling, and site logistics

Earthwork & Concrete Experience

• Hands-on experience with excavation, grading, and site work operations

• Experience overseeing heavy civil concrete work, including formwork, reinforcing, placement, and curing

• Ability to identify constructability issues and direct corrective action in the field

Layout & Field Control (Critical)

• Hands-on layout experience using total station and/or conventional methods

• Ability to verify control, check line and grade, and troubleshoot layout issues independently

• Strong ability to read and interpret plans, profiles, sections, and details

Certifications & Requirements

• OSHA 10 certification required (OSHA 30 preferred or willingness to obtain)

• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with dam rehabilitation, fish passage, marine, or environmental restoration projects

• Familiarity with Maine DEP or environmental compliance requirements

• CPR / First Aid certification

Physical & Work Requirements

• Full-time, on-site presence in Whiting, ME

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

• Comfortable working around water, heavy equipment, and active construction sites

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience

• Per diem provided for this project

• Retirement plan (IRA) with employer matching contributions

• Paid time off and holiday pay

• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance (if applicable)

• Stable, long-term project with potential for continued employment on future projects

• Opportunity to lead a high-impact environmental restoration project with real community value