Construction Superintendent

storyconstruction; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Paid time off

401K with company match

Bonus program

Health, dental, vision

Company vehicle

Cell phone

Bereavement leave

Life insurance

EAP

Flex benefits

Job summary

Story Construction in Ames, IA seeks a Superintendent to lead on-site construction, coordinating crews, schedules, and safety to deliver projects on time and within budget. This role emphasizes planning and mentoring across commercial and industrial sites.

As an ESOP employee-owned company, Story offers a collaborative culture, competitive benefits, and opportunities for career development. The position requires strong leadership and a proven track record in construction management.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of construction management experience.
• 4-year technical degree preferred in CM/CE, or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day onsite management of projects.
• Plan scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and resource deployment.
• Mentor field staff and drive safety and quality standards.
• Ensure projects stay on time and within budget.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Planning and scheduling

Team coordination

Education

4-year technical degree in Construction Management or related field

2-year technical degree with 2 years of experience

Job description

We are a General Contractor, Construction Manager, and Design-Builder serving our local Ames and central Iowa Commercial and Industrial Markets. At Story Construction, we're more than just a construction company - we're a community of passionate individuals dedicated to building excellence and making a lasting impact. Everything we do revolves around building a joyful work environment and making a difference in the communities in which we work. As a 100% employee-owned company based in Ames, IA, every member of our team has a stake in our success through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Position Summary:

Superintendents oversee all aspects of on-site construction activities, ensuring that projects are completed on time, withinthe budget, and in accordance with Story’s quality and safety standards. Superintendents concentrate on detailedplanning and scheduling, subcontractor coordination, participating in pre-construction activities, mentoring field staff, andsolving day-to-day problems.

Responsibilities:

Supervisory

• Leads the foremen and crews in their professional development through mentoring, teaching, training, coaching, andperiodic performance reviews.
• Increases the effectiveness and efficiency of the foremen and crews by providing all the inputs necessary to allowhigh-quality work assignments and work zones to be created for each crew.

Site Leadership

• Responsible for the day-to-day onsite management of projects.
• Ensures that all logistical support is completed timely so the foremen can concentrate on the daily crew productionplanning, execution, and improvement.
• Develops a complete understanding of the plans and specifications, including how the company’s and subcontractors’work intertwine.
• Orders materials, tools, and equipment; ensures accurate inventory records are maintained.
• Leads the deployment and execution of the project, schedule planning, and all other project management tools.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities and approaches work in a methodical manner.
• Monitors progress records, material usage reports, and analyzes costs.
• Estimates resources needed for project completion and ensures timely completion of work.
• Assists with cost projections and monthly cost reports. Anticipates obstacles to project completion and developscontingency plans.
• Reports and corrects potentially unsafe conditions.
• Creates a positive environment on the job site for continuous learning and improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 4-year technical degree, a 2-year technical degree with 2 years of experience, or equivalent combination of
  experience and training required. 4-year technical degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, orrelated study preferred
  
• 4+ years of construction management experience required in addition to the above educational requirements;
  Commercial construction experience preferred, but not required

Travel:

Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected; sites are located throughout central Iowa and across the state.

Working Conditions:

Superintendents are expected to report to the jobsite. Employees may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, movingmechanical parts, vibration, loud noises, and more within OSHA standards. Employees may be exposed to outdoorconditions that include inclement weather such as heat, humidity, cold, wind, and dust. Must be able to lift and carry up to30 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally, stand for long periods of time, walk for moderate-to-long distances onvarying surface conditions, climb, crawl, crouch, reach, grip, push, and pull without issue. Must possess adequatecommunicative, auditory, and visual capabilities to avoid safety hazards and help others do the same.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Initial 3 weeks of paid time off (PTO) and 6 company-paid holidays
• Company 401K plan with company match
• Eligibility to participate in annual bonus pool, with satisfactory performance
• Health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• Company work truck, computer, and cell phone
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Company-paid term life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability
• Company-paid employee assistance program (EAP)
• Medical and dependent care flex benefits plans
• Career Development Plan personalized to you and your career goals
• Weekly pay via direct deposit
• Safety boot and prescription safety glasses reimbursement

Story Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Story is a drug-free workplace, and employment is contingent on the successful passing of a drug test. Story Construction participates in E-Verify.