Construction Superintendent: Lead Projects & Teams

Mortenson; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 111,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with generousMort

Paid time off and holidays

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Job summary

Mortenson seeks a Superintendent I/II to coordinate and supervise assistants, contractors, and craft activities within a discipline. The role emphasizes planning, scheduling, safety, and customer relations, with compensation determined by experience and location.

The position offers growth opportunities at two levels, requiring strong communication, leadership, and a proactive approach to project delivery. Travel up to 100% may be required depending on project location.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management
• OR 10 years trade experience
• Current driver’s license
• Ability to fulfill development to closeout responsibilities for multiple, complex projects
• Detail-oriented, able to organize and manage multiple project tasks
• Basic understanding of construction law and business practices
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
• Positive, professional attitude and strong customer service skills
• Ability to interpret and communicate company policies
• Effective communication and active listening skills, openness to diverse input and feedback, ability to travel up to 100%
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affiliated Action plans

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement to ensure materials, equipment, and inspections support project schedule
• Review construction documents for completeness and constructability, understand contract documents, coordinate plans with design engineers
• Develop and manage project schedule, site logistics plan, utilize tools and equipment, collaborate with project partner superintendents
• Coach, supervise, and develop team members, conduct orientations, planning sessions, site meetings, supervise project partners, interview/hire/transfer/dismiss team members
• Ensure proper task coding, lead and track work progress, handle team member training, conduct career development discussions
• Build effective relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• Lead by example, offer coaching and feedback, manage performance
• Provide high-level management of safety, quality, risk, and compliance, recognize and mitigate unfavorable conditions, seek process improvements

Skills

Effective communication

Active listening

Customer service

Leadership

Travel up to 100%

Team coaching

Education

Bachelors/Associate degree in Construction related field

10 years trade experience

Job description

Mortenson seeks a Superintendent I/II to coordinate and supervise assistants, contractors, and craft activities within a discipline. The role emphasizes planning, scheduling, safety, and customer relations, with compensation determined by experience and location.

The position offers growth opportunities at two levels, requiring strong communication, leadership, and a proactive approach to project delivery. Travel up to 100% may be required depending on project location.