Senior Superintendent I

Mortenson; Rayville (LA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 217,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental plan

401k match

PTO & holidays

Life and disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent I to lead on-site construction activities across multiple projects, coordinating with engineers, project managers, and field crews. You will oversee scheduling, safety, staffing, and quality, ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines in a dynamic environment.

The role emphasizes proactive problem solving, effective communication, and leadership of craft personnel.

Qualifications

• Must have detailed project management knowledge and organizational skills.
• Experience with coordinating multiple, complex projects.
• Proven ability to communicate with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all construction activities and task assignments on site.
• Interface with departments to ensure materials, equipment, and inspections align with the schedule.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and labor/ equipment usage with PMs.
• Review drawings for constructability and completeness.
• Develop and update the project schedule and look-ahead plans.
• Coordinate plans with engineers to resolve discrepancies.
• Lead pre-construction planning sessions and site meetings.
• Coach and mentor field personnel and supervisors.
• Ensure safety and Mortenson's Zero Injury program on site.
• Manage open shop and union issues and site logistics.

Skills

Leadership

Detail orientation

Customer service skills

Ability to travel up to 100%

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent I with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. Aptitude to anticipate problems, critical issues, and opportunities as they arise; along with the capability to creatively problem-solve and bring together viable solutions. The Senior Superintendent will be responsible for providing coordination of project site work activities and supervision of on-site work teams for multiple construction projects or large, complex construction projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overall management of construction activities and task assignments
• Interface 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 weeks 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
• Identity 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
• Maintain relationships with all visitors to the site: customers, architects, union representatives, subcontractors, et al.
• Manage site work and logistics efficiently, providing suggestions for improvement
• Additional duties as assigned

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
• Microsoft Office skills at an intermediate level
• 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%

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

The base pay range for this role is $144,300 - $216,500. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.

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Please make note:

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

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