Senior Field Superintendent – Lead Complex Construction

Mortenson Construction; United States; 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 match

Paid time off and 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 Construction is seeking a Superintendent II to coordinate, plan, and supervise assistant superintendents, contractors, and craft activities across a project area while developing and strengthening customer relationships through excellent service.

This role emphasizes coordinating plans with design engineers, managing three- to six-week look-ahead schedules, and mentoring craft teams. The position requires travel up to 100% to support multiple complex projects and ensure project success.

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 Affirmative Action plans

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

Driver's license

Travel up to 100%

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Communication skills

Active listening

Policy interpretation

Diversity & inclusion awareness

Construction management experience

Development to closeout knowledge

Education

Construction/ Civil/ Architectural Engineering degree or 10 years trade experience

Job description

Mortenson Construction is seeking a Superintendent II to coordinate, plan, and supervise assistant superintendents, contractors, and craft activities across a project area while developing and strengthening customer relationships through excellent service.

This role emphasizes coordinating plans with design engineers, managing three- to six-week look-ahead schedules, and mentoring craft teams. The position requires travel up to 100% to support multiple complex projects and ensure project success.