Construction Superintendent — Site Lead & Coordinator

Mortenson; Itasca (IL); 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 Mortenson 5%

Paid time off and holidays

Life, AD&D, disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Superintendent to coordinate, plan, and supervise assistant superintendents, contractors, and craft activities across multiple projects. The role emphasizes building strong client relationships and delivering excellent service in a dynamic construction environment.

Two levels are available (Superintendent I and II) with pay ranges based on experience and location. Responsibilities include scheduling, documentation review, team development, and ensuring safety and quality

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management or 10 years of 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.
• Positive, professional attitude and strong customer service.

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

Communication skills

Customer service

Detail oriented

Professional attitude

Active listening

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction/Civil/Architectural Engineering/Construction Management

10 years trade experience

Current driver's license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mortenson is seeking a Superintendent to coordinate, plan, and supervise assistant superintendents, contractors, and craft activities across multiple projects. The role emphasizes building strong client relationships and delivering excellent service in a dynamic construction environment.

Two levels are available (Superintendent I and II) with pay ranges based on experience and location. Responsibilities include scheduling, documentation review, team development, and ensuring safety and quality