Water/Wastewater Senior Construction Superintendent

Dewberry

The Role

Overview

Senior superintendent overseeing water/wastewater construction projects

Key Responsibilities

  • compliance monitoring
  • site inspections
  • schedule coordination
  • materials testing
  • field measurements
  • record keeping

Tasks

-Monitor contractor’s operations to ensure compliance with plans, contract terms and specifications. -Inspection of structural, mechanical, electrical, and site improvements work; coordinating schedules with the prime contractor and other agencies; reviewing and monitoring contractors' plan of operation; reviewing and providing technical guidance to engineer on contractor submittals and schedules; and advising contractors of violations and recommending adjustments to operations. -Taking field measurements of pay items and overseeing materials testing; checking equipment; maintaining and reviewing comprehensive project records including daily diaries, materials notebooks, as-built plans, understanding progress schedules, work orders, and monthly estimates.

Requirements

  • 10 years
  • certifications
  • associate degree
  • driver’s license
  • drawings
  • communication

What You Bring

-Be familiar with and able to advise contractors of violations of safety procedures and recommend adjustments to bring these violations into compliance. -Knowledge of current state and federal environmental laws and policies related to design and construction. -Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry’s background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law. -At least 10 years of progressively responsible related experience. -Relevant certifications for water- and wastewater-related construction management and inspection. -Valid driver’s license and clean driving record. -Ability to provide technical knowledge, read and interpret water and wastewater infrastructure construction drawings and contract specifications; apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine field adjustments; maintain detailed records; supervise and monitor required materials testing; and communicate effectively with owner and contractor personnel. -Experience with alternative delivery methods is desired, including CMAR, DB, and DBB. -Associates degree in Construction Management or related field is preferred, but not required. -At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization. -Excellent written and oral communication skills. -Ability to repetitively stoop, bend at the knees and waist, squat and lift 25 lbs; includes body weight, equipment, tools and boxes, in addition to ability to stand for long periods of time on varied surfaces -Be familiar with and have participated in the inspection of startup activities. -Working skills in operating computer equipment and field inspection equipment.

The Company

About Dewberry

-Began as a family‑owned engineering firm and has grown into a nationwide professional services powerhouse. -Headquartered in Fairfax, VA. -Over six decades, it has woven its identity through iconic projects like the Hampton Roads Bridge‑Tunnel expansion and NOAA coastal mapping contracts. -Combining architecture, engineering, surveying, geospatial and construction management, Dewberry tackles projects across sectors—from transportation corridors to water‑resource systems. -Embraces design‑build delivery, supporting clients in both public and private sectors, including complex federal infrastructure and environmental undertakings. -A standout moment came when Dewberry secured NOAA’s multi‑state coastal geospatial services contract, reinforcing its reputation in geospatial innovation. -Work spans clinics, wastewater plants, transit‑oriented developments, shoreline mapping and more—reflecting a breadth that defines the firm’s narrative. -Firm leadership remains connected to its roots: still family‑led, yet managed with nationwide collaboration and a creative spirit.

Sector Specialisms

Community Facilities

Education

Energy

Federal

Health and Wellness

Industrial

Justice

Real Estate and Commercial Development

Risk, Response, and Recovery

Telecommunications

Transportation

Water

Culture

Community Engagement

Visa Sponsorship

-dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

Security Clearance

-offer requires background screening including employment verification, education and credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and investigative consumer report.