Demolition Superintendent

S&B USA•Pittsburgh, PA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Fay, S&B USA Construction builds complex infrastructure across the Mid-Atlantic such as major bridges, tunnels, highways, and P3 programs that demand technical depth and strong field leadership. Safety, quality, and schedule are not checkboxes here, they are the standard we hold ourselves to on every project, every day. Whether you are early in your career looking for the kind of project exposure that accelerates growth, or a seasoned professional ready to lead work at the highest level, you will find both here. We invest in the people who build with us, and the projects we take on reflect that commitment. We are seeking an experienced Demolition Superintendent to oversee and execute complex bridge and structural demolition projects across our U.S. East Coast territory. This role requires 60-80% regional travel to manage demolition operations, ensure strict OSHA compliance, and lead field crews directly on-site in the Mid-Atlantic Region.

Requirements

Minimum 8-10 years of heavy civil construction experience, including at least 5 years in a Superintendent or Foreman leadership role managing bridge and structural demolition projects
Heavy highway bridge demolition projects that included concrete structures, steel structures, and installation / removal of demolition shields.
Working over and adjacent to railroads, vehicular and pedestrian traffic, and marine environments.
Working knowledge of cranes and rigging.
Experience managing demolition utilizing cranes, hydraulic excavators, hoe-rams, wire saws, mechanical demolition, controlled structural dismantling, demolition shielding systems, and temporary support structures.
Ability to read and interpret construction documents
Effective communication skills
Knowledge of construction scheduling, cost control and ability to lead and manage small to midsized project teams
Good organization, multi-tasking, leadership and decision-making skills
Ability to travel as required

Responsibilities

Plans and supervises demolition activities, including demolition methods, sequencing, manpower, equipment, material requirements, and work schedules.
Directs field operations, personnel, and subcontractors to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements.
Manages project productivity, labor efficiency, equipment utilization, and cost performance while maintaining safety, quality, and schedule objectives.
Identifies and resolves field demolition, logistics, constructability, and operational challenges to maintain project progress, safety, and production objectives.
Ensures compliance with company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and project-specific requirements.
Trains and manages Foremen from various trades and field administrative personnel
Through assigned Foremen, manages the day-to-day activities of the demolition operation
In conjunction with the Project Manager, creates and maintains project schedule; plans, monitors and reviews critical path dates and milestone schedules
Communicates site problems, conflicts, schedule and quality issues effectively to the Project Manager and owner
Maintains open communication between all subcontractors to ensure all required materials, equipment, inspections, etc. support project activities and project schedule
Monitors Foremen & subcontractor compliance with project safety program requirements; ensures that weekly safety inspections and tool box talks are completed; ensures that corrective measures are implemented
Assists the Safety Department in performing incident and/or accident investigations and follow-up
Understands all subcontractors’ scopes; assures subcontractors maintain schedules, and quality standards meet contract requirements
Assists the Project Manager with subcontractor disputes, quality control and schedule coordination
Works with the Project Manager and owner’s representatives to ensure work complies with drawings and specifications
Supports the Project Manager in the negotiation of claims and changes
Provides input to Project Manager regarding cost and schedule forecasts
Assists the Project Manager with review (% complete) of monthly pay requests submitted by contractors
Assists the Project Manager with Change Order review
Performs project close-out and ensures punch list is completed in a timely manner
Supports the company’s commitment to equal employment opportunity and fosters a respectful and inclusive work environment on all projects.
Mentors Project Engineers assigned to the project
Performs additional assignments per supervisor’s direction
Ensure that foremen or self does daily recording of quantities, time and daily logs in Heavy Job.