Superintendent

Ledcor Group; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards package

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Ledcor Group is seeking a Superintendent in Davenport, Iowa, to lead daily field operations and ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of telecommunications construction experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and knowledge of construction practices. This site-based position requires 50-70% travel across multiple states.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years as a Telecommunications construction Superintendent.
• Experience with aerial and underground fiber installation methods.
• Ability to supervise craft employees and sub-contractors.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field operations and ensure project delivery.
• Develop Project Quality Plans and oversee safety programs.
• Review and address construction schedules and delays.
• Estimate activity durations and materials for projects.
• Provide mentorship to project staff and Superintendents.

Skills

Telecommunications construction experience

Leadership skills

Problem-solving abilities

Construction practices knowledge

Effective communication

Education

Post-secondary education in Construction, Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

As a Superintendent with Ledcor Technical Services, you will lead daily field operations and ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

You will execute project plans and schedules, uphold site safety and quality control, and manage the work of field staff, contractors, and tradespeople.

Essential Responsibilities

• Ensure projects meet approved plans, specifications, and building codes.
• Lead the development of Project Quality Plans and Safety Programs and oversee incident investigations.
• Review and update construction schedules, address delays, and contribute to project schedules.
• Estimate activity durations and materials for complex projects.
• Have working knowledge of reporting and tracking of financial aspects of the project.
• Participate in subcontractor and supplier selection, procurement and negotiations.
• Set priorities and allocate resources as needed for the entire field team.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to project staff and Superintendents.

Qualifications

• One to three years of experience as a Telecommunications construction Superintendent.
• Experience in aerial and underground fiber installation methods is a plus (Plow and Horizontal Directional Drill, HDD).
• Post‑secondary education in Construction, Engineering, or a related discipline is an asset.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction documents, drawings, specifications, and current construction practices.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to directly supervise craft employees as well as sub‑contractors.
• Problem‑solving abilities and the capacity to anticipate and address issues.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.

Working Conditions

• Site‑based position.
• Travel required throughout multiple states.
• 50‑70% travel.

Benefits

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental, and financial well‑being. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Ledcor participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. E‑Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

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