Construction Superintendent

Actalent; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus structure

401k and matching

Paid travel expenses/per diem

Company vehicle

Biweekly paid travel expense for trips

Medical and dental benefits

Paid holiday and vacation time

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Job summary

Actalent in Minneapolis, MN is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on complex commercial projects. The role requires 5+ years with a commercial general contractor, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and ensures smooth jobsite execution from groundbreaking to closeout.

You will oversee daily onsite activities, coordinate subcontractors, and maintain documentation while driving safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years in superintendent or field leadership with a commercial GC.
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods, sequencing, and standards.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and submittals.
• Experience managing subcontractors and maintaining relationships.
• Solid jobsite safety knowledge and OSHA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily onsite construction activities safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate subcontractors to maintain schedule and quality standards.
• Maintain project documentation including daily reports and logs.
• Conduct site inspections for specs, codes, and safety compliance.
• Collaborate with project managers on scheduling and procurement.
• Lead onsite safety initiatives and enforce safety culture.
• Communicate with clients, design teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Manage project closeout activities.

Skills

Field leadership

Construction methods

Reading plans & specs

Subcontractor management

OSHA & safety knowledge

Communication skills

Education

OSHA 30 certification

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on complex commercial projects. This role is central to delivering high-quality builds, maintaining strong client relationships, and ensuring that every project reflects our commitment to craftsmanship and integrity. The ideal candidate brings over five years of experience with a commercial general contractor, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and knows how to keep a jobsite running smoothly from groundbreaking to closeout.

Job Title: Construction Superintendent

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on complex commercial projects. This role is central to delivering high-quality builds, maintaining strong client relationships, and ensuring that every project reflects our commitment to craftsmanship and integrity. The ideal candidate brings over five years of experience with a commercial general contractor, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and knows how to keep a jobsite running smoothly from groundbreaking to closeout.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily onsite construction activities to ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project plans.
• Coordinate subcontractors and field personnel to maintain schedule and quality standards.
• Maintain project documentation including daily reports, safety logs, and progress updates.
• Conduct regular site inspections to verify compliance with specifications, building codes, and safety requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers on scheduling, procurement, and issue resolution.
• Lead onsite safety initiatives and enforce our safety culture.
• Communicate proactively with clients, design teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency.
• Manage project closeout activities.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of superintendent or field leadership experience with a commercial general contractor.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction methods, sequencing, and best practices.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction documents including plans, specifications, and submittals.
• Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors and maintain productive working relationships.
• Solid knowledge of jobsite safety standards and OSHA requirements.
• Experience with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or similar.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Ability to lead teams and maintain a positive, professional jobsite environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Construction management expertise.
• Experience in commercial construction and general contracting.
• Familiarity with RFI processes.
• Proven track record in quality control and tenant improvement.
• OSHA 30 certification.

Work Environment

Our work environment is built on a collaborative, people-first culture centered on trust and long-term relationships. We offer opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a respected commercial builder. You will have the chance to work on a diverse portfolio of commercial projects that challenge and inspire. We provide competitive compensation and benefits aligned with experience and industry standards.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $165000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Top compensation package

• Bonus structure
• 401k and matching
• Paid travel expenses/per diem
• Company vehicle
• Biweekly paid travel expense for trips home
• Medical and dental benefits
• Paid holiday and vacation time
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Minneapolis, MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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