Senior Superintendent

Senior Superintendent 

SUMMARY  

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.  Aptitude to anticipate problems, critical issues, and opportunities as they arise; along with the capability to creatively problem-solve and bring together viable solutions. The Senior Superintendent II will be responsible for providing coordination of project site work activities and supervision of on-site work teams for multiple construction projects or large, complex construction projects. 

 This is a traveling role that will require up to 100% travel

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Overall management of construction activities and task assignments 

Interface with other departments to ensure all required materials, equipment and inspections support the project schedule 

Work with Project Manager(s) to budget, forecast, and manage craft labor, equipment, materials, small tools, consumables, and general working environment 

Review construction documents for completeness and constructability 

Create, review and update project schedule and three weeks look ahead scheduling 

Coordinate plans and specifications with engineers, identifying and clarifying any discrepancies 

Develop and implement site utilization plan and establish crew sizes 

Select formwork systems and equipment 

Conduct effective pre-construction planning sessions and project site meetings 

Oversight and supervision of work crews  

Coach, mentor and train field personnel, foremen, and assistant superintendents 

Establish and nurture teamwork environment 

Ensure crews have resources and support 

Provide work direction and performance evaluations 

Identity hiring needs and participate in hiring, performance management, and dismissal decisions  

Develop leadership potential through appropriate task assignments and career growth opportunities 

Implement Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety Program at project site 

Manage open shop and union issues 

Maintain relationships with all visitors to the site:  customers, architects, union representatives, subcontractors, et al. 

Manage site work and logistics efficiently, providing suggestions for improvement 

Additional duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management, or 10 years trade experience  

Minimum 18 years of construction experience 

Minimum 13 years’ experience in a supervisory role 

Proven ability to fulfill all responsibilities for multiple, complex projects 

Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks 

Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices 

Microsoft Office skills at an intermediate level 

Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills 

Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies  

Current driver’s license 

Ability to travel 100%

A few benefits offered include:  

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week) 

Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage  

Dental plan  

401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match  

Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves  

Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance  

No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources 

Tuition reimbursement  

Adoption Assistance   

Gym Membership Discount Program   

**The base pay range for this role is $160,300 MIN - $240,500 MAX. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%). 

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.   

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Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.  

Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.  

ABOUT MORTENSON 

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.  

Let’s Redefine Possible®  

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category. 

Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement. 

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.