Superintendent

Michael Page; Crosslake (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

Project bonus

Benefits package

401k match

Company vehicle

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a hands-on Superintendent to lead on-site operations for retail construction projects in Minnesota, including interior build-outs, renovations, and select ground-up developments. You will coordinate trades, manage schedules, and ensure projects meet store openings on time in fast-paced environments.

The role requires mentoring talent, detailed planning, safety compliance with OSHA standards, rigorous documentation, and daily collaboration with owners, managers, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in construction is essential.
• Deep understanding of scheduling, contract administration, equipment usage, and manpower management.
• Track record with commercial contractor or equivalent roles with increasing responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and develop talent for Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, and Engineers with on-the-job training.
• Craft detailed work sequences and project schedules to align with contract documents.
• Coordinate regular meetings with subcontractors to monitor progress, schedules, and materials deliveries.
• Identify potential design or scheduling issues early and secure swift resolutions.
• Develop mastery of Prime Contract, subcontracts, drawings and specs to ensure compliance.
• Uphold construction safety protocols and OSHA standards on job sites.
• Maintain comprehensive project records including change orders, RFIs, and submittals.
• Engage daily with owners, tenant representatives, construction managers and project coordinators to ensure progress toward completion.

Skills

5+ years industry experience

Construction knowledge

Commercial construction experience

Field operations leadership

OSHA knowledge

Construction software proficiency

Strong communication

Job description

The Superintendent will lead on‑site operations for retail construction projects, including interior build‑outs, renovations, and select ground‑up developments. This role requires a hands‑on leader who thrives in fast‑paced environments, can manage tight deadlines, and understands the importance of delivering projects on time to meet store opening schedules. The Superintendent will play a critical role in coordinating trades and ensuring project execution.

Our client is a distinguished, employee‑owned construction management firm that prides itself on much more than erecting structure's build lasting partnerships and create innovative spaces. With 50 years of industry expertise serving both public and private sectors, they are committed to delivering efficient, impactful projects of all types, sizes, and complexities. This firm works collaboratively with its clients from the very inception of a project, ensuring every detail is meticulously planned and executed. Their proactive and forward‑thinking approach consistently exceeds expectations, transforming project concepts into success stories.

Description

• Mentor and Develop Talent: Deliver robust on‑the‑job training for Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, and Project/Office Engineers while actively championing continuous staff development.
• Strategic Work Planning: Craft a detailed work sequence and project schedule, orchestrating every phase to ensure seamless alignment with contract documents.
• Subcontractor Coordination: Conduct regular meetings and maintain daily communications with construction subcontractors to monitor progress, adjust schedules, and manage material deliveries.
• Proactive Issue Resolution: Identify potential design discrepancies, scheduling challenges, and other project‑specific issues early, securing swift and effective resolutions.
• Contract Mastery: Gain and maintain an in-depth understanding of the Prime Contract, all subcontracts, project drawings, and specifications to ensure meticulous compliance.
• Safety Enforcement: Uphold and enforce stringent construction safety protocols, ensuring that job sites consistently meet or exceed OSHA standards.
• Rigorous Documentation: Keep comprehensive project records, including change order logs, RFI logs, and submittal packages, to promote transparency and accountability.
• Stakeholder Communication: Engage daily with owners, tenant representatives, construction managers, fellow superintendents, and project coordinators to ensure coordinated progress toward project completion

Profile

The successful Superintendent will have:

• Minimum 5 Years of Industry Experience: A strong background in the construction industry is essential.
• Comprehensive Construction Knowledge: Deep understanding of scheduling, contract administration, equipment usage, and manpower management.
• Progressive Commercial Construction Experience: Track record with a commercial contractor or equivalent roles with steadily increasing responsibility.
• Field Operations Leadership: Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and manage on‑site construction activities.
• Regulatory Insight: Working knowledge of relevant regulations, including OSHA standards.
• Tech‑Savvy: Proficient with industry‑standard construction softwares
• Strong Communication: Outstanding oral and written communication skills critical for the success of a Commercial Construction Project Manager.

Job Offer

What's on Offer for the Superintendent:

• Lucrative base salary ($100k-$140k)
• Project based bonus structure
• Full benefits - includes health, vision, dental, and life
• 401k Match
• Company vehicle
• Flexible PTO policy
• Company Branded Attire
• Gas Card
  

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