Underground Superintendent - San Diego

Who is OHLA USA ?

We are a company who believes in building a better, safer, more sustainable world for generations to come. We are committed to making a difference within our communities, who depend on the safety and reliability of the structures we build and is possible with our main asset, our people!

OHLA USA brings together the construction industry's most diverse talent who thrive in a collaborative work environment and appreciate challenges and opportunities. We currently have an opportunity for an Underground Superintendent in San Diego, CA. The Underground Superintendent works in partnership with the Project Management teams to build safe, high quality projects. This position is responsible for overseeing management of all water utility pipeline crews and resources which includes labor, equipment, and materials.

• Lead efforts related to project cost control and financial oversight, including job cost tracking, forecasting, and budget management.

• Support the preparation and presentation of monthly financial reports to upper management, including cost analysis, performance metrics, and variance explanations.

• Assist in the monthly close process by ensuring timely and accurate reporting of financial data, including WIP (Work-In-Progress) and cash flow reporting.

• Monitor costs, prepare cost reports, and maintain forecasts and budgets in accordance with company and project policies and procedures.

• Coordinate with project teams and liaise with various departments to drive efficiencies and maintain alignment across business operations.

• Provide functional guidance and support to managers for the development, implementation, and maintenance of field job cost processes.

• Train teams on project startup procedures and job cost systems to promote consistency and accuracy.

• Offer technical support for the job cost system and provide ongoing training for new and existing staff.

• Review and approve budget modifications and contract change orders prior to cost system entry, ensuring data accuracy and compliance.

• Audit project quantities and validate data integrity within cost tracking systems.

• Facilitate coordination between Business Operations and Project Controls to streamline project execution and reporting.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related field.

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in construction or infrastructure projects, with a strong foundation in cost management and project financials.

• Solid understanding of the application of project controls within the construction environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including advanced functions such as pivot tables and formulas) and demonstrated experience with MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Familiarity with job cost systems and enterprise project management or accounting tools (e.g., JD Edwards, Oracle, CMiC, or equivalent) is a plus.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with consistent follow-through and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Capable of providing guidance and development to stakeholders across both business and project control functions.

• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across disciplines and levels within an organization.

• Self-motivated and adaptable, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

Skills:

• Ability to work well with all levels of staff as well as external customers.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in high production environment and respond quickly and effectively under pressure and deadlines.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with consistent follow-through and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Capable of providing guidance and development to stakeholders across both business and project control functions.

• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across disciplines and levels within an organization.

• Self-motivated and adaptable, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

Additional Benefits offered by OHLA USA:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year of employment
• Personal Time Off Program (PTO)
• Engaging work environment
• And much more!!

To learn more about OHLA USA, visit our website www.ohla-usa.com

Compensation: The salary range being offered for this position is USD $180,000.00 to $220,000.00. Please note that the salary range listed is specific to the role listed in California. Salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on various factors including, but not limited to, experience, education, and performance.

OHLA ADA Message : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will require the ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; Employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud noise.

OHLA EEO Message: OHLA USA and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

OHLA USA and its subsidiaries (“OHLA”) shall not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to OHLA or an employee of OHLA, by mail, electronically, or otherwise will be considered OHLA property. OHLA will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. OHLA will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred to by the Agency free of any charges or fees. OHLA Human Resources is the only authorized representative of OHLA to execute any agreements with search firms or staffing agencies. As a condition for payment, a Vendor shall have OHLA USA Inc.’s Personnel Agreement and a Job Order signed by an authorized OHLA HR representative. Verbal or written communications from any employee of OHLA and its subsidiaries shall not be considered binding obligations. All resumes, whether unsolicited or solicited, shall be the property of OHLA.

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