Senior Superintendent

PCL Construction, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 149,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Benefits program

Career growth

Training program

Opportunities across roles

Job summary

PCL Construction Services, Inc. in Denver, Colorado, seeks an experienced Senior Superintendent to lead field operations on complex projects. You will drive safety, schedule, and coordination with clients and trades, delivering high-quality results from site to completion.

Ideal candidates bring 15+ years in field supervision, strong leadership, and a deep understanding of contracts, risk, and field operations. This role offers growth and a culture focused on people and community impact.

Qualifications

• Journeyman certificate or postsecondary diploma / engineering degree in a related discipline.
• NCSO designation (IND) and Gold Seal certification required (CDN).
• 15 years of progressive experience in field supervision preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of the construction industry and company operations.
• Ability to lead and manage others across multiple scopes.
• Understanding of contract language and risk mitigation.
• Experience with scheduling, monitoring resources, and forecasting.
• Strong safety culture and understanding of safety/environmental principles.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and maintains PCL safety program and safety culture.
• Collaborates with project manager and team; identifies and resolves issues and schedule challenges; develops recovery plans.
• Oversees subcontractor coordination and progress; liaises with client and site contractors.
• Supervises, directs, coaches, trains, and mentors project team and field staff on site(s).
• Visualizes and drives project schedule critical path; embeds constructability solutions.
• Develops and implements the Project Execution Plan (PEP).
• Ensures compliance with policies, safety procedures, equipment, and quality control.
• Manages scheduling, coordination and cost control for labor, equipment, and materials.
• Influences equipment selection and construction methodology for formwork systems and cranes.
• Reviews contracts and subcontracts to mitigate risks and maximize opportunities.
• Stays current with industry practices and seeks new construction methods.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Conflict-resolution

Mentoring

Site meetings

Education

Journeyman certificate

Postsecondary diploma

Engineering degree

NCSO designation

Gold Seal certification

Job description

The future you want is within reach.Let’sbuild it together.

AtPCL Construction Services, Inc., part of thePCLFamily of Companies(PCL), wedon’tjust build projects – we buildopportunities,careers and communities.We invest in our people and projects, and that shared commitment driveshow we work, grow and lead in the construction industry.

We’re a team of builders who care deeply about what we create and who we build with. That includes you. We are not only shaping the future of construction; we are also committed to shaping the future of your career.

As aSenior Superintendent for PCL Construction Services, Inc.in Denver, Colorado, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact on innovative projects that shape the future of your community. Calling Denver our US headquarters since 1975, we’re committed to the community where we live and work. We build on our strong relationships with industry partners to deliver unique, innovation solutions specific to our client needs. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams. PCL Construction has been recognized by Denver Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in 2026.

Why Choose PCL?

Build skills. Earn rewards. Grow your career. PCL’s total rewards are designed to support your development, wellbeing and future success because your contributions matter. Our offerings give you the opportunity to:

• Earn competitive wages for your contributions
• Access a comprehensive benefits program, including mental health and wellness support through Employee Assistance Programs
• Join an award-winning employer focused on people, development and well-being
• Access world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction
• Advance your career through clear growth pathways
• Explore opportunities across roles, sectors and regions

Here’s how aSenior Superintendentfor PCL Construction Services, Inc. within Denver contributes to our team:

• Develops, implements, and maintains PCL safety program, including creating and influencing jobsite safety culture through mentorship and modeling.
• Consistently collaborates with construction/project manager and project team. Proactively identifies, manages, and resolves potential problems, work conflicts, or schedule challenges. Develops and implements recovery plan. Works with project team to anticipate and resolve project issues.
• Effectively communicates with own forces and trades and ensures performance, productivity, quality, and safety requirements are met. Oversees subcontractor coordination and progress.
• Liaises with client, other site contractors, and office representatives.
• Supervises, directs, coaches, trains, and mentors the project team and superintendents on the same site or multiple sites.
• Involved in selection, onboarding, and placement of jobsite field staff.
• Visualizes and conveys vision of an entire project, identifies, and drives the project schedule’s critical path, anticipates constructability issues, and troubleshoots, and embeds solutions in the construction plans and schedules.
• Works with the project management team to develop and implement the Project Execution Plan (PEP).
• Ensures compliance with district policies, safety procedures, equipment, and quality control.
• Ensures prompt scheduling, coordination and effective cost control pertaining to project labor, equipment, and materials.
• Influences equipment selection and construction methodology for formwork systems, cranes, etc.
• Reviews and understands the contract and subcontracts and develops a plan that identifies and mitigates risks (e.g., scope gaps) and maximizes opportunities to ensure that all financial targets, including budgets, forecasts, and profitability levels are achieved. Assigns subcontract review to area superintendents.
• Stays current with industry practices and seeks new and innovative construction methods and initiatives.

Qualifications

• Journeyman certificate or postsecondary diploma / engineering degree in a related discipline.
• NCSO designation (IND) and Gold Seal certification required (CDN), certificate in negotiation or equivalent experience.
• 15 years of progressive experience in field supervision preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of and experience in the construction industry and company operations, including building materials, construction specifications, and methods and procedures.
• Understanding of project scope and able to apply complex engineering principles to construction challenges and embed solutions in construction plans and schedules. Ability to complete value engineering and define scope and limitations for pursuits.
• Experience with scheduling, monitoring, and mentoring others on forecasting resources.
• Ability to lead and manage others, including coordinating multiple scopes.
• Thorough understanding of contract language and ability to identify and mitigate risks and identify and leverage opportunities.
• Understanding of collective agreements and jurisdiction assignment for multi-trade sites (IND).
• In-depth knowledge of and application of safety and environmental principles/ procedures/legislation and demonstrated experience in implementing a strong safety culture.
• Ability to lead effective site meetings with the client, consultants, trades, own forces work (OFW), and internal employees; ability to present at client meetings or for project pursuit work.
• Experience mitigating grievance and employee relations issues.
• Demonstrated conflict-resolution skills, problem-solving abilities, and professional judgment.
• Expert understanding of productivity rates or own forces work (OFW), Labor Cost Reports (LCRs), and ability to interpret cost reports.

The estimated salary range for this role is$149,000 and $192,000,based on your experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be confirmed as part of a personalized offer.

Your Work Has Purpose Here

PCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future that’s inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity.

AtPCL Construction Services, Inc.,we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We value the diverse experiences,identitiesand perspectives our employees bring. Employment decisions are based on merit,potentialand the drive to make a difference,regardless of race, gender, age,abilityor background.

We know everyone’s needs are different, if you require accommodation during the application process, please contact [e-mail] and include the position and location of interest.

This recruitment process does not involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.