Job Description
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
Job Tags
Daily paid, Full time, For contractors, For subcontractor, Local area, Overseas,