Lead Superintendent – Underground Utilities & Vertical Field Operations
Location: Greater Houston Area
Department: Construction – Infrastructure & Vertical Projects
Reports To: Director of Field Operations
Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt
Travel: Local travel to project sites only
About Majestic Developers
Majestic Developers is a fast-growing, Houston-based real estate development company specializing in residential, commercial, and mixed-use communities. From strategic site selection to turnkey delivery, we bring integrity, innovation, and executional excellence to every project. As we expand into self-performing infrastructure and vertical construction, we’re looking for high-caliber leaders who are passionate about building both projects and teams from the ground up. Join us as we shape the future of Houston’s built environment—one site at a time.
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced and driven Lead Superintendent with a background in underground utilities and an eagerness to expand into vertical commercial construction . This role will lead daily field operations on land development projects while also playing a key part in establishing and growing a dedicated field team for future vertical builds. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience, proactive problem-solving, and the leadership needed to guide subcontractors, enforce quality, and meet aggressive schedules without compromising safety or integrity.
Key Responsibilities
Underground Utilities (Primary Focus)
• Supervise daily utility work: water, sewer, storm drainage, gas, electric, and telecom installations.
• Coordinate inspections, subcontractors, equipment, and materials.
• Maintain utility installation schedules and updates using MS Project or equivalent.
• Lead and enforce OSHA-compliant safety practices and conduct weekly toolbox talks.
• Ensure compliance with civil plans, utility profiles, and municipal requirements.
• Document field activity daily through reports, logs, and photographs.
Vertical Construction (Growth Focus)
• Assist with preconstruction planning for commercial building scopes.
• Help assemble and manage future field teams for shell, core, and MEP trades.
• Coordinate site work with vertical structure sequencing.
• Mentor assistant superintendents and field staff as part of a growing vertical operations team.
• Enforce schedule milestones, quality control, and project documentation as vertical work ramps up.
General Duties
• Interface clearly with owners, architects, engineers, municipalities, and inspectors.
• Generate punch lists, validate subcontractor change orders, and manage labor forecasts.
• Lead weekly subcontractor meetings to review safety, scheduling, quality, and logistics.
• Maintain high ethical standards and act as a field ambassador for Majestic Developers.
Qualifications
• 8+ years of construction field experience; 5+ years in a leadership role overseeing utility infrastructure.
• Strong working knowledge of horizontal and vertical construction, including sitework, utilities, structural concrete, MEP, and finishes.
• Commercial construction experience is required. Residential/multifamily-only backgrounds will not be considered.
• Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, and reading construction documents (civil, architectural, MEP).
• Experience working with city and county inspectors, permitting departments, and utility franchise providers.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• OSHA 30-hour certification (preferred or required within 60 days).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead in high-pressure environments.
• Willingness to work extended hours during critical phases of construction.
The Opportunity
This is more than just a job—this is an opportunity to lead the charge in building a full field operations team for vertical commercial construction. As Majestic Developers grows its self-performing capabilities, this role will help define how projects are built, how teams are structured, and how operational excellence is executed in the field. Long-term leadership opportunities include:
• Building and mentoring a vertical project field team
• Advancing into a General Superintendent or Field Operations Manager role
• Driving innovations in scheduling, documentation, and self-performance practices
What We Offer
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career advancement in a growing, entrepreneurial firm
• The chance to lead legacy-quality projects from dirt to door
Hiring Requirements
• Drug-free workplace; background check and drug screening required
• Cultural fit evaluated via personality assessment
• Must be based in Greater Houston Area; this is not a traveling position
• Sponsorship is not available for this role
How to Apply
Email your resume, certifications, and project experience to careers@majesticdevelopers.com with the subject line:
"Lead Superintendent Application – [Your Name]"
Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview and next steps.
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