Highway Construction Superintendent: Lead Major Projects

Lehigh Hanson Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 107,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Annual incentive plan

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision

HSA/HRA/FSA

Paid bonding leave

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a Superintendent to lead heavy/highway construction projects from planning through closeout, with a focus on safety, schedule, quality, and profitability.

You will manage subcontractors, change orders, and field operations, while coordinating meetings with estimators, municipalities, and internal teams. A Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in project management are required; travel and extended hours may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of project management experience in heavy/highway construction.
• Experience working with municipalities and agency processes.
• Demonstrated leadership and customer service in fast-paced field environments.
• Strong computer skills with word processing and spreadsheet software.

Responsibilities

• Lead heavy/highway construction projects from planning through closeout, driving safety, schedule adherence, quality, and profitability.
• Manage project documentation, change orders, and job cost impacts, ensuring timely approvals and clear communication of scope changes.
• Oversee subcontractors and field operations to ensure compliance with contract documents and resolve issues that affect execution or cost.
• Coordinate and lead project meetings with estimators, subcontractors, municipalities, and internal teams to maintain alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, municipalities, and governmental agencies while delivering a high level of customer service.
• Manage labor resources, including union coordination, staffing levels, and direction of field personnel, while supporting the Construction Manager with reporting and updates.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Customer service

Computer skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Job description

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a Superintendent to lead heavy/highway construction projects from planning through closeout, with a focus on safety, schedule, quality, and profitability.

You will manage subcontractors, change orders, and field operations, while coordinating meetings with estimators, municipalities, and internal teams. A Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in project management are required; travel and extended hours may be necessary.