Environmental Superintendent
Essel Environmental · Tustin
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Environmental Construction Superintendent to oversee field operations for environmental remediation, soil remediation, demolition/decontamination, and habitat restoration projects. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day construction activities, coordinating field crews and subcontractors, enforcing safety standards, and ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on field leader with strong experience managing complex environmental or heavy civil construction projects and leading multidisciplinary teams in challenging field environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage daily field operations on environmental remediation and construction projects.
- Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with company, client, and regulatory health and safety requirements.
- Supervise field personnel, equipment operators, laborers, and subcontractors to maintain productivity and project quality.
- Coordinate project sequencing, logistics, and schedules to ensure timely completion of work.
- Interpret project plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
- Identify potential change orders, differing site conditions, and out-of-scope work.
- Complete and maintain accurate daily reports, safety documentation, and project records.
- Monitor labor, equipment, and material usage to maintain project budgets and productivity goals.
- Procure materials and coordinate with vendors and subcontractors as needed.
- Conduct site walks and assist with project planning and estimating activities.
- Investigate incidents, complete required documentation, and implement corrective actions.
- Anticipate and resolve field challenges before they impact project schedules.
- Work closely with project managers and senior leadership to ensure successful project execution.
- Mentor and develop field personnel while maintaining accountability for crew performance.
- Supervise and support up to 10 direct craft personnel.
Requirements
- Minimum 8 years of experience leading environmental remediation, soil remediation, demolition/decontamination, habitat restoration, or related heavy civil construction projects.
- Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary field teams and subcontractors.
- Strong understanding of construction means and methods, project scheduling, budgeting, and field operations.
- Experience interpreting construction plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to travel up to 50% as needed to support projects across multiple states.
- Previous supervisory or management experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Current 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification and 8-Hour Refresher.
- Experience working on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and Department of Defense (DoD) projects.
- USACE Quality Control Certification/Training.
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Diverse and impactful environmental construction projects
- Safety-focused team environment
- Opportunity to work with industry-leading environmental construction professionals
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