Senior Construction Superintendent — Travel-Ready Leader

Mortenson; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with generous Mur

Paid time off, holidays, and other PTO

Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disablem

No-Cost mental health tool and work‑lI

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Superintendent II to coordinate and supervise assistant superintendents, contractors, and craft teams within a defined discipline. The role focuses on planning, scheduling, safety, and compliance while building strong customer relationships through exceptional service.

The successful candidate will review documents, manage look-ahead schedules, and mentor a diverse team while ensuring project goals are met and processes are optimized.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or 10 years trade experience.
• Minimum 8 years construction management or related experience.
• Current driver’s license.
• Ability to fulfill development to closeout responsibilities for multiple, complex projects.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills.
• Positive and professional attitude with strong customer service skills.
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies.
• Active listening skills and effective communication including openness to diverse input and feedback.
• Ability to travel up to 100%.
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Aff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement to ensure all materials, equipment, and inspections support the project schedule.
• Review construction and contract documents for completeness and constructability.
• Coordinate plans and specifications with design engineers, resolving discrepancies.
• Develop and manage project schedules, including three and six-week look-ahead schedules.
• Develop a site logistics plan and manage the utilization of Mortenson tools and equipment.
• Collaborate with project partner superintendents.
• Conduct on-site project orientations, pre-construction planning sessions, and project site meetings.
• Supervise project partners, craft foremen, and crews; interview, hire, transfer, and terminate craft team members as needed.
• Coach and mentor assistant superintendents, craft team members, and other project team members.
• Ensure proper task coding of work hours on timecards, track work progress and craft productivity.
• Handle craft team member training and conduct career development discussions.
• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and manage performance.
• Provide high-level management of safety, quality, risk, and compliance for the project and team members.
• Recognize and mitigate unfavorable working conditions and identify opportunities to improve processes and procedures.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Active listening

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or 10 years trade experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mortenson is seeking a Superintendent II to coordinate and supervise assistant superintendents, contractors, and craft teams within a defined discipline. The role focuses on planning, scheduling, safety, and compliance while building strong customer relationships through exceptional service.

The successful candidate will review documents, manage look-ahead schedules, and mentor a diverse team while ensuring project goals are met and processes are optimized.