Senior Construction Superintendent: Large-Scale Projects

Mortenson Construction; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 144,000 - 217,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans (v

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with match

Paid time off & holidays

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

No-Cost mental health tools and work‑l

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent I to coordinate on-site activities across multiple, large-scale construction projects. You will supervise on-site teams, interface with departments, manage schedules, and ensure safety programs are implemented effectively.

The role requires strong leadership, 15+ years of construction experience with supervisory duties, and travel up to 100%. Base pay ranges from $144,300 to $216,500 with location-based adjustments.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management, or 10 years trade experience
• Minimum 15 years of construction experience
• Minimum 10 years' experience in a supervisory role
• Experience with solar or overseeing large industrial power projects
• Proven ability to fulfill all responsibilities for multiple, complex projects
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks
• Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
• Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies
• Current driver's license
• Ability to travel up to 100%

Responsibilities

• Overall management of construction activities and task assignments
• Interface with other departments to ensure materials, equipment and inspections support the project schedule
• Budgeting, forecasting, and management of craft labor, equipment, materials, small tools, consumables
• Review construction documents for completeness and constructability
• Create and update project schedule and three weeks look ahead scheduling
• Coordinate plans with engineers and resolve discrepancies
• Develop site utilization plan and establish crew sizes
• Select formwork systems and equipment
• Conduct pre-construction planning sessions and site meetings
• Oversee and supervise work crews
• Coach and train field personnel and superintendents
• Establish teamwork environment and ensure resources available
• Provide work direction and evaluations
• Identify hiring needs and participate in hiring and performance decisions
• Develop leadership through task assignments and growth opportunities
• Implement Mortenson's Zero Injury Safety Program at site
• Manage open shop and union issues
• Maintain relationships with visitors (customers, architects, unions, subcontractors)
• Manage site work and logistics; suggest improvements
• Additional duties as assigned

Skills

Project supervision

Scheduling

Budgeting & forecasting

Staff coordination

Communication

Travel flexibility

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent I to coordinate on-site activities across multiple, large-scale construction projects. You will supervise on-site teams, interface with departments, manage schedules, and ensure safety programs are implemented effectively.

The role requires strong leadership, 15+ years of construction experience with supervisory duties, and travel up to 100%. Base pay ranges from $144,300 to $216,500 with location-based adjustments.