Superintendent

Gilder Search Group; Circle Pines (MN); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Gilder Search Group's Northwest Suburbs, MN client is seeking a Construction Superintendent to lead job-site operations for water and wastewater facilities. This is a hands-on supervisory role combining field oversight with direct construction tasks.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in water/wastewater or related fields and 2+ years in supervision, with experience in concrete, piping, and municipal/industrial projects. Travel minimal; competitive six-figure salary.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of construction experience in water/wastewater, municipal, industrial, or related fields.
• At least 2 years of supervisory or crew-leadership experience.
• Experience with concrete forming/finishing for flatwork and walls; Symons forms preferred.
• Experience installing ductile iron process piping or mechanical systems.
• Strong ability to interpret drawings, specifications, schedules and material needs.
• Valid driver's license; Class A CDL is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily on-site activities to meet safety, schedule, quality, and productivity targets.
• Coordinate crews, subcontractors, materials, equipment, inspections, and on-site activities.
• Implement and enforce safety programs; conduct safety meetings and mitigate hazards.
• Monitor progress, complete field reports, track timecards, and flag production concerns.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, owners, inspectors, and subcontractors.
• Perform hands-on work as needed, including concrete and piping tasks.

Skills

Construction leadership

Safety management

Concrete forming & finishing

Process piping installation

Reading drawings & specs

Communication

Mentoring staff

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Scheduling software

Job description

Construction Superintendent - Water/Wastewater

Northwest Suburbs, MN | Direct Hire | $115,000-$135,000

A well-established contractor specializing in water and wastewater treatment facilities is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead job-site operations. This is a working superintendent position that combines field supervision with hands-on construction responsibilities.

The Construction Superintendent will oversee safety, scheduling, quality, productivity, subcontractor coordination, and communication among project stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a dependable, safety-focused leader with strong mechanical aptitude and experience in concrete construction, process piping, and municipal or industrial infrastructure projects.

Projects are located within a concentrated regional area, resulting in little to no overnight travel.

Construction Superintendent Responsibilities

• Direct daily job-site activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to project plans, specifications, schedules, and quality standards.
• Coordinate crews, subcontractors, materials, equipment, inspections, and other on-site construction activities.
• Implement and enforce company safety programs, conduct safety meetings, and identify or correct potentially hazardous working conditions.
• Monitor project progress, complete field reports, track employee timecards, and communicate scheduling or production concerns.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, owners, inspectors, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Perform hands-on construction work as needed, including concrete forming and finishing, process piping installation, chemical-feed system installation, and carpentry.

Construction Superintendent Qualifications

• At least 10 years of construction experience in water/wastewater, municipal, industrial, heavy civil, or a closely related field.
• At least two years of construction supervisory or crew-leadership experience.
• Experience with concrete forming and finishing for flatwork and walls; experience with Symons forms is preferred.
• Experience installing ductile iron process piping, mechanical systems, chemical-feed systems, or similar equipment.
• Strong ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, schedules, critical-path requirements, and material needs.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record; Class A CDL is a plus.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, sequencing, and job-site safety practices.
• Ability to lead, motivate, mentor, and manage employees and subcontractors.
• Strong planning, organization, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to perform construction-related math and complex calculations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Bluebeam, along with basic scheduling software knowledge.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a detail-oriented, resourceful, and proactive approach.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to regularly work in active construction environments and varying weather conditions.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights of up to 30 feet.
• Ability to perform field work in addition to supervisory and administrative responsibilities.

Benefits

• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Paid time off and vacation pay
• Paid major holidays
• Health insurance with an option for a fully employer-paid employee premium
• Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options
• Retirement plan with company match