Superintendent - Heavy Highway Construction

Heidelberg Materials North America; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 107,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with match

Health, Dental, Vision

HSA/HRA/FSA benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Learning & development

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America seeks a seasoned Project Manager to lead heavy/highway construction initiatives from planning through closeout, driving safety, schedule adherence, quality, and profitability on complex civil projects.

This role requires leadership of teams, management of subcontracts and change orders, coordination with municipalities and internal stakeholders, and strong client relationships while maintaining cost control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field, or equivalent experience, with 5+ years of project management.
• Experience in heavy/highway construction with civil practices.
• Experience working with municipalities and agency permitting.

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

Construction leadership

Project management

Client relationship

Civil construction

Strong communication

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's in Construction Management

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials, supporting the construction of roads, bridges, and essential infrastructure. Heidelberg Materials North America operates more than 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada, employing approximately 9,000 people who are committed to safety, operational excellence, and building strong customer partnerships.

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials, supporting the construction of roads, bridges, and essential infrastructure. Heidelberg Materials North America operates more than 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada, employing approximately 9,000 people who are committed to safety, operational excellence, and building strong customer partnerships.

What You'll Be Doing

• 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.

What Are We Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or a related field, or equivalent experience, with 5+ years of project management experience.


• Proven background in heavy/highway construction with strong knowledge of civil construction practices.


• Experience working with municipalities and navigating agency processes, permits, and coordination requirements.


• Demonstrated leadership, decision-making, and customer service skills in fast-paced, field-driven environments.


• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet software.


• Valid driver's license and flexibility to work extended hours, including nights and weekends, based on project needs.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary ($107,480 - $134,350) and participation in our annual incentive plan.


• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.


• Highly competitive benefits programs, including:


• Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits.


• Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).


• AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance.


• Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave, and 10 Paid Holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.