Superintendent, Construction

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Job Title

Superintendent Construction

Posting Start Date

102326

Job Description

Primary Role American Water is current seeking a Superintendent Construction to join our Carnegie PA team. The Superintendent Construction is responsible for the direct supervision and leadership of Construction department and the oversight of water infrastructure construction projects. This person will serve as the primary liaison between Engineering Operations contractors regulatory agencies and other stakeholders throughout project execution.

LI-RB33 LI-OnsiteKey Accountabilities Supervise and direct Construction Inspectors responsible for the on-site inspection of capital and developer construction projects to ensure compliance with approved plans specifications permits safety requirements and company standards

Manage construction activities and contractor performance for water distribution and infrastructure improvement projects. Ensure projects are completed safely on schedule within budget and in accordance with contract requirements

Provide leadership coaching training and development for Construction Inspectors fostering accountability engagement technical competency and adherence to operational and safety standards

Coordinate with Engineering and Operations personnel to ensure effective project planning execution startup and closeout activities. Resolve field issues impacting project delivery

Monitor and enforce contractor compliance with contract documents permits environmental requirements utility regulations company policies and safety standards. Coordinate inspections with regulatory agencies and ensure required certifications and approvals are secured.

Review project documentation including daily reports change orders construction schedules progress reports pay applications as-built drawings and project closeout documentation for accuracy and completeness

Administer construction contracts by evaluating contractor performance reviewing progress payments managing construction-related claims and recommending corrective actions when necessary

Support capital project delivery and financial performance by monitoring project expenditures identifying risks controlling costs and assisting with budget forecasting and resource planning

Represent the Company as the primary field liaison with contractors municipalities customers developers and regulatory agencies regarding construction-relatedactivities project coordination and service impacts

Promote continuous improvement and operational excellence by implementing best practices enhancing construction oversight processes improving communication across departments and maintaining a strong culture of safety quality and accountability

KnowledgeSkills Knowledge of water and wastewater utility construction practices methods materials and standards

Knowledge of engineering drawings specifications surveying principles and construction contract administration

Knowledge of federal state local and company safety regulations including OSHA requirements

Knowledge of PADEP regulations permitting processes and utility construction requirements

Understanding of project management principles scheduling methodologies and critical path scheduling

Strong process project and program management skills

Sound business acumen and judgment

Effective quantitative and analytical skills attention to detail

Effective verbal and written communication skills e.g. report writing listening plan reading and creating and presentation

Strong interpersonal skills e.g. tactdiplomacy persuasion team building cooperation leadership ability to motivate others

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel Word Outlook and project tracking systems

ExperienceEducation With a Bachelors degree 5 years of progressively responsible experience in utility construction engineering operations or infrastructure project management

With an Associates degree 8 years of progressively responsible experience in utility construction engineering operations or infrastructure project management

Without a degree 11 years of progressively responsible experience in utility construction engineering operations or infrastructure project management

2 years of supervisory or leadership experience preferred

Experience overseeing contractors and utility construction projects required

Experience in water andor wastewater utility operations preferred

Experience administering construction contracts and project documentation preferred

Associates degree in construction management Engineering Engineering Technology Business or a related field. Relevant work experience in related field in lieu of degree will be considered

Travel Requirements Local and occasional regional travel required

Frequent travel to construction sites within the assigned service area

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