Assistant Construction Superintendent

We are seeking an Assistant Construction Superintendent to provide critical support in managing water main installations and special projects. With the guidance of the Construction Superintendent, this role will manage all aspects of construction projects for the Company’s water distribution systems, sanitary sewer collection systems, and other facilities as assigned. This role offers the opportunity to work on essential infrastructure projects while contributing to the success of our team.

Essential duties and responsibilities include include the following, other duties may be assigned:

• Inspect all active construction projects.
• Ensure newly installed mains are properly disinfected and tested.
• Prepare cost estimates.
• Oversee preparation of construction drawings and road occupancy permit applications for main installation projects.
• Requisition and coordinate delivery of materials for construction projects.
• Coordinate with accounting personnel to ensure that accurate financial records are maintained for construction projects.
• Oversee and supervise assigned construction department personnel.
• Occasional work during evening, night time hours, and weekends will be required.
• Consistently demonstrate positive and professional behavior with all individuals contacted on behalf of the Company including customers and employees.

Education and/or Experience:

• A two-year associate’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• At least five years of experience in utility construction, preferably in potable water mains and services.
• Experience in construction management, including inspection, contract administration, bidding, and document preparation.
• Knowledge of water system facilities such as treatment plants, pumping stations, and storage tanks (preferred).
• A valid PA driver’s license and the ability to obtain a Pennsylvania Class E Water System Operator License within one year of hire.

Other Skills:

• Ability to interpret documents such as safety rules, drawings, specifications, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, general business communications and government regulations.
• Strong communications skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong customer service skills when dealing with contractors and the general public as needed.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, circumference, and volume.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient use of standard office equipment.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with CAD, GPS equipment, and GIS software is highly desirable.

Physical Demands:

• The employee must be able to work under stress and work additional hours to meet deadlines and/or meet the requirements of the position during emergency situations.
• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, walk, and bend.
• Ability to see, talk, hear, and actively listen.
• Ability to reach with arms and hands.
• Dexterity of fingers and hands to use tools and equipment.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to drive a company vehicle to and from company facilities.
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Prolonged periods seated at a desk working on a computer.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves, hard hats, safety glasses, and other PPE as required.

Work Environment:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions.
• The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and heavy equipment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud and varies between worksites.

THIS IS A SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION AND WOULD REQUIRE COMPLIANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE SAFETY GUIDELINES AND REGULATIONS.