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Project Superintendent
Job Description
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Summary
Our client is an established construction organization is seeking an experienced, hands-on Construction Superintendent to lead field operations for a major mill dam restoration and fish passage project in coastal Whiting, Maine, which is between Machias and Lubec, Maine. This role is responsible for managing daily on-site activities, supervising crews and subcontractors, enforcing safety and environmental standards, and ensuring the project is delivered safely, on schedule, and in compliance with approved plans and specifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide daily on-site supervision and coordination of field crews and subcontractors
- Implement and enforce site-specific safety plans, including job hazard analyses and toolbox talks
- Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and applicable environmental permits
- Oversee dam restoration activities, including fish passage structures, cofferdams, dewatering, concrete placement, and excavation
- Coordinate project schedules, material deliveries, equipment, and subcontractor activities
- Maintain accurate daily reports, production tracking, and required project documentation
Job Requirements
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a superintendent or foreman in heavy civil construction
- Background in dam, marine, bridge, or environmental restoration projects
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical specifications
- OSHA 10 certification required (OSHA 30 preferred)
- Valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with fish passage or fish ladder construction
- Familiarity with Maine DEP requirements or environmental compliance oversight
- Current CPR and First Aid certification
Physical & Work Requirements
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Comfort working in and around water and heavy construction equipment
- Full-time, on-site presence required
Additional Information
What Is Offered
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Relocation assistance for candidates from outside of this location
- Long-term project stability with potential for additional assignments
- Vehicle or vehicle allowance, where applicable
- Competitive Benefits including 401K plus matching
- Opportunity to contribute to impactful environmental restoration work
- Hands-on leadership role with direct influence on project outcomes
- Project completion bonus
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
Meet Your Recruiter
Kurt Gundersen
Senior Recruiter
A few decades ago, Kurt accidentally wandered into recruiting and discovered he had a natural gift for solving complex hiring puzzles. He knows firsthand that sometimes the best career moves are the unplanned ones. With that extensive experience, he's become an industry expert who has successfully delivered over 2,000 quality hires across diverse sectors. He knows that finding exceptional talent requires skill, intuition, and strategic detective work. As a true generalist who's filled everything from specialized wine industry roles to cutting-edge tech positions, Kurt approaches each partnership like he approaches guitar playing: no rigid templates, just authentic conversations that help hiring managers articulate exactly what they need. His relationship-building style cuts through corporate formalities to get to the heart of what makes candidates and companies click, resulting in a 95% retention rate and saving clients an average of 60 days in their hiring process.
Kurt's collaborative approach ensures every placement feels like a partnership rather than a transaction, with hiring managers consistently praising his ability to understand unique company dynamics and deliver candidates who exceed expectations. When he's not solving staffing challenges, you'll find this musician releasing original music, hitting the trails for a run, or exploring Maine's wine scene. His philosophy reflects his adaptive approach: "Every company has unique needs. There's no cookie-cutter solution, and that's where I come in."
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