Superintendent II; Req Job Palmer area,Massachusetts USA,Construction

Position: Superintendent II (Req #: 1189)

Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our “ family by choice ” ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers.

In addition, the company’s construction operations include paving and road reclamation services, as well as precast/prestressed concrete production and erection of multi-level parking structures, specialty buildings, and bridge components.

Become part of our mission by realizing your purpose, serving our community interests, and delivering growth for our customers. Peckham Industries educates, innovates, and applies technology in a way that is safe, sustainable, inclusive, and profitable.

Position Description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Superintendent II is an advanced-level field leadership role responsible for overseeing multiple active projects and executing higher-profile or complex work-including DOT, highway, and night paving operations. In addition to traditional superintendent duties, this role supports the ongoing development of our workforce by leading internal trainings, facilitating mentorship, and helping raise the overall performance of our field teams.

The Superintendent II is expected to operate with a high degree of independence, technical skill, and leadership presence.

Essential Functions

Determined. Supervise and coordinate multiple job sites, including complex, high-visibility, or night work, by leading daily on-site operations to ensure safety, quality, production, and scheduling standards are met.

Mastery. Manage Job Production Plans (JPPs), short-term schedules, and pre-construction activities such as planning, scope reviews, and crew handoffs in collaboration with the Project Manager.

Results matter. Maintain thorough project oversight through detailed daily logs, accurate progress and quantity tracking, and a strong understanding of project contracts, plans, and specifications.

Compulsive Tinkering. Proactively resolve field issues and identify opportunities for cost savings, efficiency, and process improvements while coordinating with the Job Cost Accountant on cost performance and forecasting.

Safety always wins. Foster a strong safety culture by leading toolbox talks, safety meetings, and enforcing company policies, while also facilitating internal training sessions on production planning, quality, and safety best practices.

Communicate. Act as a mentor to foremen and crew leaders by supporting career growth and developing future leaders.

Respect and engage. Ensure effective communication and collaboration between field teams, project managers, plant operators, and other internal groups.

Position Requirements

7+ years of relevant construction experience, including highway, DOT, and/or night paving projects

Demonstrated success as a Superintendent or in a comparable field leadership role

Strong technical knowledge of asphalt paving, milling, grading, and heavy highway work

Ability to train others and share knowledge across teams

Solid understanding of construction budgets, job costing, and crew planning

Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with scheduling or construction software is a plus

Ability to read and interpret project specs and plans

Authorized to work in the U.S.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel

Frequent regional travel across Massachusetts is required. Some overnight work or extended commutes may be necessary based on project demands.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

This position is a highly mobile, field-based position with variable hours, including…


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