Job Description

Prospect Construction is a leading Heavy Civil Contractor specializing in complex water and wastewater treatment facilities and large-scale civil infrastructure. With decades of self-perform capability and deep technical experience, we approach every project with precision, integrity, and a commitment to true partnership.

Founded in 1998 in Puyallup, Washington, Prospect has grown from its roots as a General Contractor into one of the West's premier treatment plant and civil infrastructure builders. Our success is driven by disciplined execution, problem-solving expertise, and a team united by our Core Values—Passion, Courage, Team, and Stewardship.

Why do we exist? Prospect Construction seeks to glorify God by providing opportunities for our employees to utilize their unique gifts through construction to benefit and serve our families, stakeholders, and community. What do we do? We construct unique, complex, and challenging projects for our clients throughout the west.

Position Overview

The Civil Construction Superintendent is the on-site leader responsible for driving project execution from start to finish. This individual is fully accountable for schedule performance, field coordination, quality control, and compliance with plans, specifications, and applicable codes.

This role requires a proactive leader who thrives in heavy civil environments, maintains high standards of safety and workmanship, and takes ownership of delivering successful projects.

Key Responsibilities

Project Execution & Leadership

• Lead all on-site construction activities and daily field operations
• Maintain full accountability for timely project completion
• Coordinate and manage subcontractors, vendors, and consultants
• Conduct pre-construction and weekly subcontractor coordination meetings
• Provide direction, resolve conflicts, and maintain productivity across trades

Scheduling & Documentation

• Develop and manage project schedules using Microsoft Project
• Schedule subcontractors within the critical path to ensure timely completion
• Maintain daily jobsite logs documenting progress and activities
• Manage submittals, track approvals, and maintain organized jobsite records
• Communicate effectively regarding RFIs, ASIs, and material submittals

Quality Control & Compliance

• Ensure all work complies with approved plans, specifications, and local codes
• Identify and resolve constructability issues before execution
• Perform ongoing quality control inspections
• Issue notices of non-compliance when required
• Develop and manage punch lists to ensure proper project closeout

Safety & Regulatory Coordination

• Enforce Prospect Construction’s Safety and Health policies
• Monitor jobsite safety, health, and environmental compliance
• Ensure subcontractors comply with contractual scope and safety requirements
• Coordinate required inspections with local jurisdictions
• Assist in obtaining permits and approvals as needed

Preconstruction & Support

• Assist in budgeting, bidding, estimating, and subcontract awards
• Support contract administration and project cost awareness

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of verifiable heavy civil construction experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project (required)
• Proficiency in Bluebeam and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Estimating experience preferred
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and safety regulations
• Proven leadership and subcontractor management experience
• Experience in planning, negotiations, and contract administration
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to identify deficient work and drive resolution

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely lift up to 75lbs
• Ability to traverse the entire jobsite, including stairs and elevated structures

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