WP Davis Excavation LLC is hiring a full-time Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on heavy civil construction projects.

We are based in Hampton, New Hampshire and perform commercial, municipal, DOT, and heavy civil construction work throughout New Hampshire and Maine.

This is a working superintendent role. The right candidate must be able to lead crews in the field, understand the plans, lay out work, solve field issues, and work hands-on when needed.

Why Work With Us:

At WP Davis Excavation, superintendents have a direct impact on how work is planned, built, and completed. This is a good opportunity for someone who wants responsibility, steady full-time work, and a direct role in building meaningful heavy civil projects.

About the Role:

As a Construction Superintendent, you will oversee daily field operations on active construction sites. You will coordinate crews, subcontractors, equipment, materials, deliveries, layout, safety, production, documentation, and communication with project managers, inspectors, owners, vendors, and other project stakeholders.

This role requires a hands-on field leader who can understand the plans, communicate the work clearly, keep crews productive, and help ensure that projects are completed safely, correctly, and efficiently.

Responsibilities:

Lead and coordinate daily field operations on heavy civil construction projects
Supervise field crews, operators, laborers, subcontractors, and suppliers
Read and interpret plans, specifications, profiles, sections, and project documents
Perform and/or oversee layout, grades, elevations, and field measurements
Coordinate materials, equipment, deliveries, subcontractors, and job-site logistics
Communicate with project managers, inspectors, owners, engineers, vendors, and subcontractors
Plan daily work activities and keep crews productive, safe, and organized
Track production, job progress, equipment usage, materials, field conditions, and daily documentation
Conduct toolbox talks and help enforce company safety policies and OSHA requirements
Identify field issues, troubleshoot problems, and communicate solutions with the project team
Provide hands-on support and field training for operators, laborers, and other crew members as needed
Operate equipment or assist with field work when needed

Requirements:

5+ years of heavy civil, excavation, site work, utility, bridge, dam, or concrete field experience with crew leadership responsibilities
Experience leading crews and coordinating field operations on active construction sites
Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, blueprints, and technical drawings
Ability to understand grades, layout, sequencing, production, and field conditions
Strong communication, leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills
Valid driver’s license
Ability to travel to job sites throughout New Hampshire and Maine
OSHA 10 required
Comfortable working outdoors in changing weather conditions and around heavy equipment
Willing and able to work hands-on in the field when needed

Preferred Experience:

Prior experience as a Superintendent, Foreman, Working Foreman, Field Lead, or Lead Operator
Hands-on equipment operating experience, especially excavator experience
Experience with public-sector, municipal, DOT, bridge, dam, utility, drainage, concrete, or heavy civil projects
Experience coordinating subcontractors, inspectors, owners, engineers, and suppliers
Experience with field reporting, timekeeping, equipment tracking, or construction management software
OSHA 30 preferred
CPR/First Aid certification is a plus

Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Do you have experience reading plans and laying out work in the field?
Do you have OSHA 10 certification?
Do you have 5+ years of heavy civil, excavation, site work, utility, bridge, dam, or concrete field experience with crew leadership responsibilities?

Work Location: In person

William P. Davis Excavation LLC

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