Utility Superintendent - Triad
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CARDINAL CIVIL CONTRACTING LLC
Kernersville, NC, US
Summary
The Utility Superintendent manages and supervises multiple pipe crews and subcontractors to ensure the efficient installation of underground utility systems. They are responsible for planning resources, enforcing safety regulations, and maintaining quality control standards throughout the project lifecycle.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Triad - Kernersville, NC, Salary Range: Undisclosed,
Manage and supervise multiple pipe crews and subcontractors on multiple underground utility projects.
Coordinate daily construction activities to ensure efficient installation of water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, and related utility systems.
Review project plans, specifications, permits, and schedules to ensure work is performed according to contract requirements.
Plan manpower, equipment, and material needed to maintain project productivity and schedule.
Enforce company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and industry best practices.
Monitor trench safety, shoring, excavation operations, confined space procedures, and utility locates.
Coordinate inspections with municipalities, engineers, utility companies, and regulatory agencies.
Track project progress and communicate schedule updates, production rates, and potential issues to project management and the operations manager.
Ensure proper installation, testing, and documentation of underground utility systems, including pressure testing, leakage testing, and inspections.
Identify and resolve field issues, conflicts, and unforeseen site conditions.
Maintain quality control standards and ensure work meets project specifications and company expectations.
Review/Approve timecards, production reports, equipment usage, and daily field documentation.
Assist with project planning, budgeting, cost control, and resource allocation.
Mentor and develop field personnel to improve performance and leadership capabilities.
Maintain positive relationships with clients, inspectors, engineers, and utility representatives.
Evaluate crew performance
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required; construction management or related education is a plus.
Minimum 8–10 years of experience in underground utility construction.
Minimum 3–5 years of supervisory or superintendent-level experience preferred.
Extensive knowledge of water, sewer, storm drain, and utility installation methods.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and utility plans.
Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, trench safety requirements, and utility construction standards.
Experience with GPS, laser levels, grade control systems, and construction management software preferred.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
OSHA 30 certification preferred.
Cardinal Civil Contracting is a full-service civil contracting company specializing in infrastructure and site preparation solutions across residential, commercial, municipal, industrial and institutional developments.
We provide complete site development from clearing, drilling, blasting and grading to utilities installation, paving and finished site delivery using in-house crews and equipment to control schedules, costs and quality.
Clients choose us for projects requiring high levels of technical expertise, streamlined project management and industry-leading customer service. Cardinal Civil Contracting is part of Cardinal Infrastructure Group and provides site development services across North and South Carolina with offices in Raleigh, Charlotte and Greensboro.
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Construction
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Raleigh, North Carolina
Cardinal Civil Contracting is a full-service civil contracting company specializing in infrastructure and site preparation solutions across residential, commercial, municipal, industrial and institutional developments.
We provide complete site development from clearing, drilling, blasting and grading to utilities installation, paving and finished site delivery using in-house crews and equipment to control schedules, costs and quality.
Clients choose us for projects requiring high levels of technical expertise, streamlined project management and industry-leading customer service. Cardinal Civil Contracting is part of Cardinal Infrastructure Group and provides site development services across North and South Carolina with offices in Raleigh, Charlotte and Greensboro.
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Construction
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Raleigh, North Carolina