Senior MEP Leader: Drive Large-Scale Construction Projects

Mortenson Construction; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 144,000 - 217,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with Mortenson –

Paid time off

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

No-Cost mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson Construction is seeking a Senior MEP Superintendent I to lead and direct MEP-dominant projects, ensuring on-time delivery and high-quality execution. You will supervise crews, develop schedules, and coordinate with engineers and managers to align materials, labor, and equipment with project goals.

The role requires extensive field leadership, collaboration across departments, and a commitment to Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety Program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• Active listening skills and effective communication, including openness to diverse input and feedback.
• Ability to travel up to 100%.

Responsibilities

• Overall management of construction activities and task assignments.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure all required materials, equipment, and inspections support the project schedule.
• Work with Project Manager(s) to budget, forecast, and manage craft labor, equipment, materials, small tools, consumables, and general working environment.
• Review construction documents for completeness and constructability.
• Create, review, and update project schedule and three-week look ahead scheduling.
• Coordinate plans and specifications with engineers, identifying and clarifying any discrepancies.
• Develop and implement site utilization plan and establish crew sizes.
• Select formwork systems and equipment.
• Conduct effective pre-construction planning sessions and project site meetings.
• Oversight and supervision of work crews.
• Coach, mentor, and train field personnel, foremen, and assistant superintendents.
• Establish and nurture teamwork environment.
• Ensure crews have resources and support.
• Provide work direction and performance evaluations.
• Identify hiring needs and participate in hiring, performance management, and dismissal decisions.
• Develop leadership potential through appropriate task assignments and career growth opportunities.
• Implement Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety Program at project site.
• Manage open shop and union issues.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Maintain relationships with all visitors to the site: customers, architects, union representatives, subcontractors, etc.
• Manage site work and logistics efficiently, providing suggestions for improvement.
• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance.

Skills

Active listening

Effective communication

Travel up to 100%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Mortenson Construction is seeking a Senior MEP Superintendent I to lead and direct MEP-dominant projects, ensuring on-time delivery and high-quality execution. You will supervise crews, develop schedules, and coordinate with engineers and managers to align materials, labor, and equipment with project goals.

The role requires extensive field leadership, collaboration across departments, and a commitment to Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety Program.