Heavy Civil Asst. Superintendent

About Sunset Valley Construction

We are a Sitework & Underground Utilities Contractor in Greater Hartford, CT. We build and maintain the infrastructure that keeps society running while helping our people build sustainable and successful lives.

How You’ll Contribute

As we enter a new phase of growth, you'll turn plans into results while mentoring crews and sharpening your own skills along the way. The work matters, the people matter, and how you balance production with culture will set the tone for everything downstream.

What You'll Get To Do

• Turn plans into finished work by planning the day, setting clear direction, and keeping the crew aligned on what “done right” looks like.
• Keep projects moving by leading crews of 2–7, mixing experienced hands and green talent, and putting people where they succeed.
• Prepare and deliver sitework for apartment buildings, roads, subdivisions, infrastructure rebuilds, and utility installation or relocation.
• Protect quality, production, and safety by staying boots-on-the-ground, leading by example, and jumping in equipment when it closes gaps.
• Deliver design-accurate work with newer equipment, modern technology, GPS, and clear communication.
• Be the reason your crew goes home every night by making safety the first decision, not the last.
• Build people up by mentoring, teaching, and setting a standard others want to work for.

Who You Are

• You bring 4+ years in heavy civil, including commercial sitework, excavation, or underground utilities.
• You have 2+ years leading as a Foreman in heavy civil and know what it takes to run work, not just work hard.
• You've built projects over $1M and understand how daily decisions affect the whole job.
• You turn man-hours into real progress, know when to push, and know when regrouping saves time and money.
• You know your way around drawings, equipment, GPS, and the realities of the field.
• You started as a laborer and/or operator and respect the physical and emotional weight of the work.
• You see the big picture, set a vision for the day, and communicate it with belief and optimism.
• You value culture over ego and earn respect by teaching, listening, and rolling up your sleeves.

Even Better (but not required)

• P6 plumbing license.
• CDL for utility truck and trailer.
• Mechanical background to handle minor repairs in the field.
• Experience leading teams larger than 7 with other managers reporting to you.

Typical Schedule
Home every night. 40-50 hours per week within a 60-mile radius. Monday through Friday on site, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM, with an extra hour built in for planning and organization. Some seasonality, but we aim for consistency.

Position-Specific Perks

• Company truck
• Discretionary PTO
• 100% healthcare coverage

Career Growth & Leadership

• A real runway to lead, with the foundation to actually succeed when you get there
• Mentorship and unlimited training (hands-on and digital), including leadership development
• Professional personal financial advice

Team & Culture

• Low-ego, high-output team culture where respect is earned, not demanded

Perks & Lifestyle

• Newer equipment with modern technology
• 2 pre-paid yearly round-trip plane tickets to any domestic US location through Southwest, United, Air France, or JetBlue Airlines
• Personal use of SVC equipment at any time (as long as it doesn’t interfere with work schedules)

Health & Financial Benefits

• Dental, and Vision insurance after 3 months, 75% paid for all employees
• 401K plan with a 3% company match after 3 months

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our workplace and creating an environment where all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported. We comply with all applicable laws governing EEO and affirmative action, and we ensure that all employment decisions are made solely based on job-related qualifications and merit.