Senior Superintendent II

Mortenson; Rayville (LA); On-site; USD 164,000 - 247,000; 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, disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent II to lead on-site construction activities across multiple projects in a dynamic environment. You will coordinate with engineers, project managers, and craft labor to keep work on schedule and within budget.

You will also mentor field teams, review plans for constructability, and uphold Mortenson's safety and quality standards while navigating union and open-shop environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management.
• Minimum 12 years construction management or related experience.
• Active listening and effective communication; open to diverse input.

Responsibilities

• Overall management of construction activities and task assignments.
• Interface with departments to ensure materials, equipment, and inspections support the schedule.
• Coordinate budgets, forecast labor, equipment, and materials with Project Manager(s).
• Review documents for completeness and constructability.
• Develop and update project schedules and three-week look ahead.
• Coordinate with engineers and identify discrepancies.
• Lead site utilization planning and crew sizing.
• Oversee formwork systems and equipment selection.
• Conduct pre-construction planning and site meetings.
• Coach and mentor field personnel and superintendents.
• Ensure resources and support for crews; establish teamwork.
• Participate in hiring, performance management, and dismissals.

Skills

Active listening

Effective communication

Leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering

Construction Management experience

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent II 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 II 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

• Bachelor's degree in Construction , Civil, or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or 10 years trade experience
• Minimum 12 years construction management or related experience
• Current driver's license
• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
• Active listening skills and effective communication, open to diverse input and feedback
• Ability to travel up to 100%
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and affirmative Action plans and their intended use

BENEFITS

• 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

COMPENSATION

The base pay range for this role is $164,300 - $246,500. (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.

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.

Let's Redefine Possible

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.

OTHER ITEMS TO NOTE

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or ta