Peckham Industries
Location: Palmer, MA

Pay Range: $110,000.00 - $125,000.00

Salary Interval: Full Time

Description: Application Instructions

About Us:

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:

The Superintendent is responsible for leading and executing private, municipal, and DOT resurfacing and related paving projects. This role oversees field operations, supervises crews, coordinates materials and equipment, and collaborates closely with customers, project managers, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards.

The ideal candidate brings strong leadership experience in heavy highway asphalt paving, with a proven ability to drive production, maintain quality, and uphold a safety-first culture.

Essential Functions:

1. Safety always wins. Ensure all team members go home safely each day by promoting accountability, proactively identifying hazards, and reinforcing a zero-incident safety culture.
2. Our word is our bond. Deliver projects on time by executing and maintaining schedules, proactively identifying risks, and resolving constraints to keep crews aligned with production goals.
3. Determined. Consistently meet or exceed project specifications, DOT standards, and company quality expectations through strong field oversight and attention to detail.
4. Results matter. Maximize field productivity and efficiency by optimizing crew performance, equipment utilization, and material usage to achieve production targets and control costs.
5. Integrity. Maintain full compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including DOT and environmental requirements, through consistent monitoring and enforcement of standards.
6. Respect and engage. Build and develop high-performing teams by leading, coaching, and mentoring field personnel while identifying and preparing individuals for advancement.
7. Communicate. Strengthen coordination and project outcomes by maintaining clear, professional communication with internal teams, customers, owners, and subcontractors, and resolving issues proactively.
8. Protect family and friends. Protect project safety, quality, and schedule by making informed, real-time decisions based on weather conditions, site constraints, and operational challenges.
9. Measurement. Ensure accurate and timely project visibility by completing and reviewing daily reports, production tracking, and job documentation.
10. Obligated. Support budget adherence and overall project profitability by monitoring productivity, managing job costs, and driving operational efficiency.

Position Requirements

Requirements, Education and Experience:

1. 5+ years of relevant construction experience; Superintendent experience strongly preferred
2. Proven experience in heavy highway and/or asphalt paving operations
3. Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and equipment
4. Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and project documents
5. Demonstrated leadership, communication, and team management skills
6. Solid understanding of job costing, scheduling, and project performance metrics
7. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with construction management software (e.g. Viewpoint, XBE, etc.) preferred
9. OSHA 30 certification (or willingness to obtain) preferred
10. Valid driver’s license and reliable transporation
11. Authorized to work in the United States

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:

1. This position requires regional travel. It is anticipated that the majority of work will be in the Massachusetts region, although a wider geographic reach could be expected.
2. Must be able to accept out of town work and/or night and occasional weekend work.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

This position is located in a construction environment. Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 50 lb. or more. This position works on or near moving mechanical parts and loud equipment. Requires the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time as well as lifting, pulling, bending, kneeling, squatting, climbing, walking, reaching, driving, and repetitive motion.

Values:

At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate offices, plants, quarries, or paving operations. We share a common set of values - safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency which are embedded in how we show up every day. Ours is a culture where we protect family and friends, our word is our bond, we are committed to serve and results matter. Our values are the foundation of our growth, and we believe will pave the way for future success.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Peckham Industries, Inc. (PII) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to provide EEO to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, if you have a disability and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Peckham, please contact Recruitment@peckham.com.