PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT The Great Lakes Construction Co. The Great Lakes Way ... Safe. Capable. [...]

The Great Lakes Construction Co.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Job summary

The Great Lakes Construction Co. is looking for a dedicated Project Superintendent in Pennsylvania. This role involves managing safety, quality, efficiency, and timeliness of construction projects while coordinating on-site operations for all phases.

With 10+ years of experience and a background in Civil Engineering, the ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership and communication skills, ensuring compliance with regulations. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction-related experience.
• Ability to read construction drawings and understand specifications.
• Demonstrated career growth with increasing responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update the project schedule.
• Manage subcontractors and material vendors.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality regulations.

Skills

Leadership traits

Multitasking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

JOB PURPOSE

The Project Superintendent is responsible for the safety, quality, efficiency, and timeliness of the project. This position will provide on-site coordination for all phases of the project, including material, equipment, subcontractors, and labor. While there are specific responsibilities and expectations described below, it is essential that the Project Superintendent be organized, possess good judgment skills, communicate effectively, and have technical knowledge of earthwork, drainage, structural concrete, drilled shafts, etc.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, refine and update the project schedule
• Complete knowledge and understanding of contract drawings/specifications
• Understand project costs and manage company assets
• Create and manage project documentation
• Coordinate project operations including subcontractors and material vendors
• Knowledge of all regulations to ensure all aspects of the project are compliant
• Provide leadership and maintain effective working relationships with the on-site staff
• Enforce Safety, Quality, Efficiency and Core values
• Develop daily crew lists and manage field activities to ensure project completion date is met
• Lead weekly foreman meeting
• Develop two‑week forecast to proactively identify issues that could lead to problems and facilitate solutions
• Maintain regulatory compliance for projects
• Ability to interface and maintain good relationship with owners
• Regular travel to jobs in Ohio, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred
• Educational equivalent or relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree
• Demonstrated progressive career growth with increasing responsibility in the supervision of construction projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask on complex projects
• 10+ years construction‑related experience
• Able to meet deadlines and driven to closure
• Ability to read construction drawings and understand specifications

Competencies

• Proficient written & verbal skills, attention to detail
• Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite
• Proactive, self‑motivating, problem solver
• Ability to demonstrate leadership traits, including the ability to make decisions with integrity
• Ability to motivate, mentor, and lead teams

REPORTS TO

General Superintendent

DIRECT REPORTS

Foremen on jobsite

BENEFITS

• ESOP Company
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan

The Great Lakes Construction Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment/promotion without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, GINA, or any other protected category. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.