The Construction Superintendent is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and supervising all field construction activities associated with water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, lift stations, and related utility infrastructure. The Superintendent is responsible for delivering projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract documents, company standards, and client expectations.
This position oversees company personnel, subcontractors, vendors, equipment, and daily operations while maintaining strong communication with project managers, engineers, owners, inspectors, and regulatory agencies. The majority of the work will be in Southern PA.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
· Supervise all phases of water and wastewater treatment plant construction.
· Direct construction of pump stations, lift stations, valve vaults, process piping, and underground
utility systems.
· Coordinate installation of process mechanical equipment including pumps, blowers, valves, piping
systems, chemical feed equipment, generators, and related infrastructure.
· Plan and coordinate daily work activities for company crews and subcontractors.
· Schedule labor, equipment, deliveries, and material requirements.
· Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and project schedules.
· Coordinate work between civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and controls
contractors.
· Ensure all work complies with project specifications, quality standards, and contract requirements.
· Monitor project productivity and implement corrective actions when necessary.
· Identify and resolve field conflicts before they impact project schedule.
· Maintain daily reports, production records, safety documentation, and project documentation.
· Conduct daily safety meetings and ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety policies.
· Coordinate inspections, testing, and startup activities.
· Participate in equipment startup, commissioning, and project closeout.
· Manage project schedules to meet milestones and completion dates.
· Mentor foremen and field personnel while promoting professional development.
· Maintain positive working relationships with owners, engineers, inspectors, subcontractors, and
suppliers.
· Promote Snyder Environmental Services' culture of safety, professionalism, and quality.
Qualifications
· 7–10 years of experience in heavy civil, utility, or water/wastewater construction.
· Minimum of 5 years serving as a Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent.
· Experience constructing water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, or
industrial process facilities preferred.
· Strong knowledge of mechanical piping systems, underground water and sewer utilities, concrete
structures, pump stations, lift stations, process equipment installation, and rigging/equipment
setting.
· Ability to read civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and process drawings.
· Excellent leadership, planning, and organizational skills.
· Strong communication and conflict-resolution abilities.
· OSHA 30 Certification preferred.
· CPR/First Aid Certification preferred.