Senior Superintendent - Massive Grading Projects

Mortenson Construction; United States; On-site; USD 164,300 - 246,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans with vision coverage

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with match

Paid time off and holidays

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Mental health resources and work-life

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Senior Superintendent II to lead multiple large-scale construction projects. The role emphasizes massive grading experience on extremely large projects, extensive estimating and scheduling expertise, and adherence to Mortenson’s safety programs.

The candidate will manage on-site activities, collaborate across departments, and mentor field teams, with leadership opportunities and potential for incentive-based compensation. Sponsorship is not offered for this position.

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.

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

Skills

Active listening

Effective communication

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

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

12 years construction management experience

10 years trade experience

Job description

Mortenson is seeking a Senior Superintendent II to lead multiple large-scale construction projects. The role emphasizes massive grading experience on extremely large projects, extensive estimating and scheduling expertise, and adherence to Mortenson’s safety programs.

The candidate will manage on-site activities, collaborate across departments, and mentor field teams, with leadership opportunities and potential for incentive-based compensation. Sponsorship is not offered for this position.