Job Overview Entry-Level Project Manager / Superintendent (Hybrid Role)

Residential/Commercial Grading & Utilities

Position Overview

Nxt Gen Excavating is seeking a highly motivated Entry-Level Project Manager / Superintendent with a minimum of 3 years of hands-on excavation experience. This is a hybrid role with approximately a 50/50 split between office and field work.

You must be comfortable spending significant time in the field, providing guidance to crews, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and to company standards—while also handling office-side coordination, planning, and communication.

This position will initially manage residential and small commercial projects, with strong potential to transition into larger commercial and civil projects next year.

Experience Requirements (Non-Negotiable)

- Minimum 3 years of excavation experience

- Experience with both residential and commercial excavation projects

- Proficient in:

- Clearing & grubbing

- Rough & fine grading

- Underground utilities (water, sewer, storm)

- Strong understanding of excavation workflows, sequencing, and production

- Familiar with excavation business practices and job coordination

- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make decisions on the fly

- Ability to adapt to constantly changing schedules and communicate changes clearly to clients, field crews, and the office

Preferred / Plus Experience

- Experience with GPS machine control and/or layout systems (Trimble, Topcon, Leica, etc.)

- Experience using project management or construction software

- Prior experience assisting with estimating, scheduling, or job costing

- Bilingual (English / Spanish)

Hybrid Role Responsibilities (Field + Office)Field Responsibilities

- Be present on jobsites regularly to:

- Support, guide, and coach field crews

- Ensure production, safety, and quality standards are met

- Address issues in real time before they impact schedule or cost

- Coordinate equipment, materials, and subcontractors

- Communicate directly with inspectors, utility companies, and clients

Office Responsibilities

- Assist with scheduling, planning, and coordination of multiple projects

- Track daily production, quantities, and job progress

- Maintain project documentation (daily reports, photos, quantities)

- Serve as the communication bridge between the field and office

- Support inspections, closeout, and client communication

What We’re Looking For

- Strong memory and excellent organizational skills

- Self-starter with initiative and accountability

- Comfortable leading crews and offering guidance in the field

- Professional, confident communicator

- Tech-savvy and comfortable using mobile devices for work

- Able to juggle priorities in a fast-paced environment

Bilingual Communication – Strongly Preferred

- Fluent bilingual communication (English & Spanish) is strongly preferred

- Bilingual candidates will be given significant preference, as this role regularly communicates with field crews, subcontractors, inspectors, and clients.

Compensation & Benefits

- Company truck and fuel card after a 90-day probationary period

- Paid Time Off (PTO)

- Paid holidays

- Eligible for profit sharing on commercial projects that are completed on schedule and within budget

- Benefits are not currently offered, but the company is very close to rolling out a full benefits package in the coming year

- Clear growth path into larger commercial and civil projects

Why NXT GEN Excavating

We’re looking for someone who wants to build a career, not just hold a position. At NXT GEN Excavating, you are not a number, your effort, leadership, and ideas directly impact the company’s growth and direction.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

- Paid time off

- Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person