Construction Superintendent II

Carlsbad, NM
Full Time
Experienced

Job Title: Construction Superintendent II

Location: Carlsbad, NM
Schedule: TBD – Possible rotations include 5/2, 6/1, or 7/7 (schedule may vary based on project needs)
Target Pay Rate: $80/hr
  • Per Diem: $125/day for non-local candidates (days worked only)
  • Vehicle: Agency-provided truck, or $120/day truck allowance for use of personal vehicle (days worked)

Position Overview

The Construction Superintendent II is responsible for planning, coordinating, and controlling day-to-day field construction activities for assigned crafts and subcontractors. This role typically functions as a Field Superintendent or Area Superintendent, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and execution discipline.
This position will support high-voltage transmission line construction, requiring utility-specific construction knowledge, contractor oversight, and safety leadership.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, coordinate, and control daily field construction activities for assigned crews and subcontractors
  • Execute construction tasks in accordance with project scope, plans, and specifications
  • Deliver projects within contracted schedule and budget
  • Work with multi-discipline engineering teams to monitor and control scope, schedule, and cost
  • Manage field crews and oversee operation and maintenance of earthwork equipment
  • Oversee contractor fabrication, construction, and hookup activities during the Execution Phase
  • Serve as the interface between the work face and the Construction Site Manager / Construction Site Lead
  • Respond to field and client information requests
  • Serve as a member of the Project Team (PT) when assigned
  • Champion and enforce Worker Safety Programs and safe work practices

Transmission Line / Utility-Specific Scope

  • Oversee daily contractor construction activities for 115kV transmission lines
  • Experience with direct embed and drilled pier foundations
  • Knowledge of conductor pulling for single-phase and bundled conductors, including pulls across county and state roadways
  • Perform Quality Assurance (QA) checks on construction installations
  • Walk down and/or ride down transmission lines to develop punch list items
  • Verify proper structure grounding
  • Coordinate and request Hot Line Holds with external utility providers (e.g., Xcel) and internal electrical teams
  • Assist contractors with planning and execution activities
  • Actively intervene and stop work when unsafe conditions are identified

Skills and Qualifications

Required

  • Proven experience in field construction planning, execution, and completions
  • Prior Construction Superintendent experience on major capital projects
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
  • Familiarity with Construction Materials Testing procedures and ASTM standards
  • Strong leadership, communication, and contractor coordination skills
  • Willingness to travel to project sites (domestic and/or overseas as required)

Preferred

  • Prior utility or transmission line construction experience
  • Strong working knowledge of NFPA 70E, including:
    • Minimum Approach Distance (MAD)
    • Ground set placement
    • PPE requirements and inspections

Additional Notes

  • Per diem applies to non-local candidates only
  • Field-based role with schedule flexibility required
  • Strong emphasis on safety leadership, quality execution, and contractor oversight
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