Superintendent - Near Surface Work

Brayman Construction•Pittsburgh, PA

47d•Onsite

About The Position

Brayman Construction is hiring a full-time Superintendent to support Near Surface Construction Activities at the newly awarded ALCOSAN Ohio River Tunnel Project. This large scale, long-term project is designed to reduce combined sewer overflows (CSO) and includes challenging near-surface work in congested urban environments, where successful execution will require careful planning around existing utilities, limited work areas, public access, traffic control, and coordination with multiple project stakeholders. This role requires strong field leadership, the ability to manage complex utility restrictions and constructability challenges, and rigorous safety oversight. The Near Surface Construction Superintendent is responsible for assigned construction projects and will lead, manage and oversee overall project work plans and progress for the projects assigned. On the ALCOSAN Ohio River Tunnel Project, this includes managing near-surface scopes such as shafts, support of excavation, utility relocations and protections, access improvements, site logistics, and surface-level civil work in dense urban settings. The Superintendent works closely with the General Superintendent to ensure that the focus remains on company goals, such as safety, quality and workmanship that meets the Company and Owner standards.

Requirements

Ability to work and think independently, solve problems and be able to lead a team/crew.
Ability to oversee and coordinate a variety of people in different roles.
Ability to recognize skilled and unskilled trade talents and weaknesses.
Ability to read, understand, and execute blueprints, drawings, and plans.
Thorough understanding of legal requirements relating to construction sites.
Thorough understanding of quality construction practices.
Strong understanding of near-surface construction logistics, utility coordination, temporary works, support of excavation, access constraints, and sequencing in active urban environments.
Ability to quickly identify problems and efficiently solve them.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Extremely detail-oriented.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
At least 5 years of experience managing construction projects, preferably structure related, with multiple trades and numerous craft persons is required.
Experience with contracts, specifications, reports and records is required.
Experience with trade supervision including performance evaluations.
Experience with hiring, supervising, and assisting in training of union trades.
OSHA 30-hour certification is required to be obtained.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing construction activities in congested urban work zones with complex utility restrictions, limited site access, traffic control requirements, and coordination with utility owners or public agencies is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversees and supervises field staff, craftworkers, and subcontractors.
Prepares work schedules and assignments.
Communicates and enforces safety procedures.
Plans and coordinates near-surface construction activities in congested urban areas, including limited laydown space, restricted access, pedestrian and traffic interfaces, and coordination with adjacent properties and public agencies.
Identifies, communicates, and manages complex utility restrictions, including overhead and underground utilities, utility protection requirements, relocation sequencing, shutdown coordination, and work limitations around active infrastructure.
Coordinates daily work sequencing with project management, engineering, subcontractors, utility owners, municipal representatives, inspectors, and other stakeholders to minimize impacts to project schedule, surrounding infrastructure, and the public.
Helps develop schedules, work plans and productions during the bidding process and will monitor work plans and productions in the field after project award.
Works with the General Superintendent to coordinate the hiring and movement schedules of operational employees and equipment within the region assigned.
Ensures compliance with safety plans, work plans and project specifications and monitors the performance of craftworkers and employees.
Trains and develops employees within current and future roles to meet both employee and company growth.
Works closely with General Superintendent to develop strategic growth plans, yearly budgets, equipment purchase plans, and employee capacity.
Ensures specifications and regulations outlined in architectural and engineering plans are followed.
Confirms required permits and licenses are obtained; executes construction contracts according to terms of agreement.
Monitors budgets throughout the assigned projects and communicates variances as they occur.
Addresses any safety violations or other deficiencies.
Processes timesheets related to activities performed each given day for employees and equipment.
Conducts daily Tool Box Talks and JSA's and weekly safety inspections of the overall site.
Ensures proper equipment is being used onsite for all functions of the work.
Performs other related duties as assigned.