Superintendents Academy (2-days)

Every crew, every schedule, every safety call, every owner conversation — it all runs through one person: the Superintendent.

The Superintendent is arguably the single most important person on the jobsite. Whether it’s vertical or horizontal construction, the role of the superintendent is crucial in ensuring safe and effective performance in the field. Successful project outcomes are highly dependent upon the Superintendent’s ability to bring order and organization to an otherwise disorganized, dangerous, and chaotic environment. Superintendents must effectively manage resources in the field including manpower, subcontractors, equipment, and material flow. The Superintendent is the hub of field operations, providing coordination among all of the diverse crews as well as being the owner’s point of contact. Beyond these parties, the Superintendent must communicate with a myriad of other interested and affected stakeholders during the course of the project.

Why This Course Matters
There is no such thing as status quo. You’re either going up or going down. Those who are going up are continually learning, growing, and getting better. Superintendent training enhances communication and leadership skills, generating greater project success rates. Learners will become better at managing timelines, budgets, and resources more effectively. You will add greater value to your organization and your customers. Research has shown that strong leadership and management can increase team engagement by as much as 65%.

What You’ll Learn

• Role and responsibilities of the Superintendent
• The KSAs (knowledge, skills, and attitudes) required for success as a superintendent
• Working with construction documents, troubleshooting, problem solving, and claims avoidance
• Practical planning and scheduling
• Basics of effective communication
• Foundation of transformational leadership

Who Should Attend

• New superintendents and assistant superintendents
• Seasoned veteran superintendents
• Foremen and others who aspire to be superintendents
• Estimators, project managers, and assistant project managers looking to expand their knowledge and sharpen their skills

What’s In It For You

For the experienced superintendent or assistant superintendent:

• Greater understanding of current best practices that can be applied immediately
• Increase your value to the organization, leadership team, and crews
• Consistent delivery of projects safely, on time, on budget, with minimal conflict while meeting scope and quality targets enhances your reputation — the greatest intangible asset that separates you from your competitors, peers, or colleagues
• Training and continuous education can open up career advancements
• Intentional learning increases your value as a construction professional and leads to greater personal satisfaction

For the prospective superintendent:

• Learn the roles and responsibilities of a construction superintendent
• Determine whether the role of superintendent is an attractive career path for you
• Gain knowledge, skills, and attitudes that can be applied immediately, increasing your value to your team or crew and ultimately your employer
• Position yourself to ascend the ranks as opportunities become available

From the employer’s perspective:

• Developing high-performance superintendents is crucial for consistent and sustainable project success
• More projects delivered safely, on time, while earning a profit
• Less conflict and legal entanglement
• Talent development is critical to an organization’s long-term growth and success
• Increased employee engagement and retention

Ready to Build Stronger Leadership on Your Jobsite?
Invest in the person who runs your jobsite every day. Give your Superintendents and future Superintendents the tools to lead with confidence.

Course Format & Logistics

• Length: 16 contact hours (two-day course)
• Dates: October 9 & October 23, 2026
• Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM both days
• Location: ABC Allentown Office – 894 Marcon Blvd. Allentown, PA 18109
• Attendance: Must attend both sessions to receive Certificate of Completion

Looking to round out your leadership team? Explore the companion Project Management Academy, also taught by Bob Muir.

Bob Muir, PhD, PE
Construction Analysts, LLC

Bob Muir brings more than 33 years of construction and engineering experience and 18 years of full-time academia to the classroom, including senior faculty roles at Auburn University, Virginia Tech, and Drexel University. A licensed Professional Engineer, he’s managed heavy civil and infrastructure projects from both the owner’s and contractor’s side of the table, including major bridge replacements and multiple incentive-based highway contracts. He’s no stranger to ABC Eastern PA — he taught for the chapter back in 2007 and has trained construction professionals in leadership, project management, and claims resolution ever since. He’s also a principal with Construction Analysts, LLC, providing expert claims and dispute resolution services. Whatever he teaches, Bob keeps it practical and immediately useful for the jobsite.