Civil Construction Superintendent – Earthwork & Underground Utilities

Civil Construction Superintendent – Earthwork & Underground Utilities

Job Overview

Company: NLC (Next Level Contractors)

Salary/Pay Rate: $115,000+ per year (Based on Experience)

Location: Field-Based – Project Sites Throughout Utah

Company Location: Ogden, UT 84404

Job/Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Heavy Civil Construction

Project Scope: Earthwork, Grading & Underground Utilities

The Opportunity

NLC (Next Level Contractors) is seeking an experienced Civil Construction Superintendent to lead field operations across active heavy civil projects throughout Utah.

This is a hands-on field leadership position for a Superintendent with at least five years of experience overseeing earthwork, grading, and underground utility construction.

You'll be responsible for coordinating multiple crews, maintaining project schedules, tracking performance against budget, and ensuring field operations stay productive, safe, and aligned with project plans and specifications.

This is not an office-based position.

Although NLC is headquartered in Ogden, you will report directly to assigned project sites throughout Utah based on the company's active project schedule.

We're looking for a Superintendent who can see beyond today's work.

You should be comfortable planning ahead, anticipating manpower and equipment needs, maintaining a 20-day look-ahead schedule, and taking ownership of field execution from planning through completion.

How You Will Make an Impact


* Field Operations & Crew Leadership


* Lead day-to-day field operations across heavy civil construction projects


* Manage and coordinate multiple crews simultaneously


* Oversee earthwork, excavation, grading, and underground utility operations


* Plan manpower, equipment, materials, and daily production requirements


* Provide clear direction to foremen and field personnel to maintain productivity and project expectations


* Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, equipment, and other field resources


* Monitor daily production and proactively address obstacles that could impact project performance


* Maintain high standards for safety, workmanship, accountability, and jobsite organization


* Serve as a key field connection between crews, project management, and company leadership


* Scheduling & Project Execution


* Develop, manage, and maintain a 20-day look-ahead schedule for active projects


* Coordinate upcoming labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and project requirements


* Read and interpret civil construction plans, drawings, specifications, and project documentation


* Monitor field progress against project schedules and make adjustments when necessary


* Sequence construction activities to maintain efficient workflow and minimize downtime


* Anticipate upcoming project needs and potential conflicts before they impact production


* Coordinate with project management to maintain milestones and overall...