Construction Superintendent

Gilder Search Group; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Gilder Search Group in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Superintendent – Commercial Construction to lead field operations on high-impact projects. This direct-hire role emphasizes hands-on leadership, site coordination, safety, and driving schedule execution and client satisfaction from groundbreaking through closeout.

The ideal candidate will manage crews, coordinate with foremen and subs, uphold safety programs, ensure quality and environmental compliance, and collaborate with project management

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing multi-family commercial construction projects
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, and safety practices
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Procore
• Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, plan, and supervise on-site construction activities with foremen, assistant superintendents, subcontractors, and craft personnel
• Ensure project milestones, materials, and inspections align with schedule and budget requirements
• Maintain proactive communication between field operations, project management, and design teams
• Implement and enforce company safety programs, including weekly audits and OSHA compliance
• Create, maintain, and update project schedules and 3-week look-ahead plans
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and initiate corrective actions to ensure on-time completion
• Oversee quality control and compliance with client specifications throughout all project phases
• Manage and maintain SWPPP and other site-related environmental requirements
• Build strong relationships with clients, trade partners, and team members to ensure project success

Skills

Field operations leadership

Site coordination

Safety leadership

Schedule execution

Team development

Procore

Microsoft Office

Construction management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma

Construction Management degree preferred

Civil or Architectural Engineering degree preferred

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Job description

Superintendent – Commercial Construction

Minneapolis, MN | Direct Hire | $115K–$130K

We’re partnering with a respected commercial general contractor and real estate developer to hire a Superintendent to lead field operations on high-impact construction projects. This role is ideal for a hands‑on construction leader who excels in site coordination, safety leadership, schedule execution, and team development. You’ll be a key driver of jobsite performance, quality, and client satisfaction from groundbreaking through closeout.

Construction Superintendent Responsibilities:

• Coordinate, plan, and supervise on‑site construction activities with foremen, assistant superintendents, subcontractors, and craft personnel
• Ensure project milestones, materials, and inspections align with schedule and budget requirements
• Maintain proactive communication between field operations, project management, and design teams
• Implement and enforce company safety programs, including weekly audits and OSHA compliance
• Create, maintain, and update project schedules and 3‑week look‑ahead plans
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and initiate corrective actions to ensure on‑time completion
• Oversee quality control and compliance with client specifications throughout all project phases
• Manage and maintain SWPPP and other site‑related environmental requirements
• Build strong relationships with clients, trade partners, and team members to ensure project success

Construction Superintendent Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience managing multi‑family commercial construction projects for general contractors
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem‑solving abilities
• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, and safety practices
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Procore
• High school diploma required; degree in Construction Management, Civil or Architectural Engineering preferred
• Valid driver’s license

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary + annual bonus potential
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage with employer contributions
• 401(k) with 4% company match (immediate vesting)
• Paid parental and family leave
• Company‑paid life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs
• Paid holidays and generous PTO
• Employee Assistance Program and team‑building events

Konik is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status.

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