Superintendent

The Albert M. Higley Co
Pittsburgh, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/15/2024 CLOSED ON 5/14/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Superintendent position at The Albert M. Higley Co?

About the Company
The Albert M. Higley Co. is one of the most experienced and respected construction firms in the region. For nearly a century we have helped our clients realize their goals and visions, while always adhering to our principles of honesty, integrity, and mutual respect.
The Albert M. Higley Co. is more than just a construction company because we build more than just buildings. Since 1925, we've built the offices where you work, the schools where you learn, and the hospitals where you heal. We build environments so that you can live, work, and play. With every building, we go beyond bricks and mortar by connecting people and place.

Job Summary
The Project ​Superintendent is a professional with previous experience who is responsible for one larger project or a few small projects at any given time. ​They oversee the work of subcontractors, schedule material and labor, inspect materials and workmanship, and oversee field safety and all on-site operations. The Superintendent is the single point of contact for the Owner and all project stakeholders in the field. The Superintendent coordinates closely with the Project Manager and reports to the Project Executive. This is a field position that makes occasional visits to the office for training or project reporting. The Superintendent provides exceptional customer service to all AMH staff, field personnel, owners, owner’s representatives, architects, engineers, subcontractors, regulatory officials, and other project stakeholders. It is unlikely that any single individual will possess all the credentials and skills we describe below, which represent the company’s vision for this position.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Demonstration of delivering work results that consistently exceed corporate goals for profitability, schedule, quality, safety, and client relationship management.
  • Demonstration of receiving high ratings for client satisfaction, safety performance and project execution on projects he or she leads.
  • Possesses an appreciation of the value of building a professional network of industry and community relationships that will help AMHigley learn about future project opportunities and a commitment to playing an active role in securing future business.
  • Has the ability to write trade specific scopes of works bidding and subcontracting purposes.
  • Understands how to identify the risks and requirements within an owner contract and can manage the project with those risks in mind.
  • Detailed understanding of quality control requirements, and experience with common pitfalls of different construction types.
  • General ability to read and understand different perspectives of people involved in a dispute/problem with a consciousness to help resolve the disputes in a positive manner.
  • Strong abilities to problem solve, and creatively think, and create a culture where all team members and consultants are encouraged to think creatively.
  • Demonstrates a proven track record of establishing project schedules, including critical milestone dates; and managing the schedule, holding all project stakeholders- Owner, Architects, Engineers, and Subcontractors accountable for on-time performance.
  • Understands project engineering requirements and manage a project engineer on a daily basis in their duties.
  • Has the ability to handle difficult situations on the project.
  • Responsible for all field coordination. This includes all subcontractors, material suppliers, governing agencies, and design team.
  • Accountable for instituting a culture of safety in accordance with AMHigley’s safety plan. The Superintendent must be able to hold all team members accountable to follow the safety plan and be willing to discipline if necessary.
  • Participates in all OAC and Subcontractor meetings.
  • Runs a daily/weekly foreman subcontractor meeting.
Required Skills and Abilities:
  • Possesses competency in business writing and public presentation skills, and is motivated to become a compelling presenter, motivator, and team leader.
  • Demonstrates excellence in personal work habits; and the ability to lead their team by example.
  • Understands the dedication necessary to be a project leader.
  • Competent in using or willing to learn multiple construction softwares.
  • Problem solving skills.
  • Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the values and ethics that differentiate AMHigley in the competitive marketplace.
Education and Qualifications:
  • Holds at least a four-year engineering, construction management or construction-related degree or equivalent trade experience.
  • Engineering certifications, such as a PE, and industry certifications resulting from memberships in organizations like OSHA, USGBC, CMAA, or ASHE are a plus.
  • Has at least five (5) years of construction experience with increasing responsibility on construction projects.
Drug and Alcohol Screening Requirement
As part of your employment with The Albert M. Higley Co. an initial pre-employment drug and alcohol test is required. This is followed by company-wide annual and random drug and alcohol testing for all employees for the duration of your employment. The Albert M. Higley Co. prohibits employees from being under the influence of substances such as drugs or alcohol during work hours. The Albert M. Higley Co. is dedicated to the Safety of all individuals in our offices and our job sites.

What We Offer:
  • 25 days of Paid Time Off
  • 9 Paid Holidays​
  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance​
  • Health/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts​
  • 401k Contributions/Match​
  • Life Insurance/AD&D​
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Volunteer Time Off & Gift Match Program​
  • Paid Birthday Leave​
  • Paid Family Leave​
  • Short & Long Term Disability​
  • Years of Service Awards
  • $1,000 Referral Bonus​
  • Capability for up to 16 hours / week of remote work.
  • Casual Friday Policy
The Albert M. Higley Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At The Albert M. Higley Co., we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet Equal Employment Opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at The Albert M. Higley Co. are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

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