Superintendent

Mortenson; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 111,400 - 167,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

401(k) retirement plan with generous match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Superintendent for their Omaha office. This role involves coordinating and supervising contractors and craft activities, focusing on strong customer relationships and service excellence.

The ideal candidate should possess significant construction management experience, a relevant degree or extensive trade experience, and strong communication skills. Benefits include medical, dental, and a generous 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Ability to fulfill development to closeout responsibilities for multiple, complex projects.
• Basic understanding of construction law and business practices.
• Effective communication and active listening skills; ability to travel up to 100%.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement to ensure materials support the project schedule.
• Review construction documents for completeness and constructability.
• Develop and manage project schedule and site logistics plan.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Project management

Microsoft Office skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Construction law knowledge

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields

Job description

Summary

Mortenson is seeking a Superintendent responsible for coordination, planning, and supervision of contractors, subcontractors, and craft activities in a disciplined area. The role focuses on building strong customer relationships and delivering excellent service.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement to ensure materials, equipment, and inspections support the project schedule.
• Review construction documents for completeness, constructability, understand contract documents, and coordinate plans with design engineers.
• Develop and manage project schedule, site logistics plan, utilize tools and equipment, collaborate with project partner superintendents.
• Coach, supervise, and develop team members; conduct orientations, planning sessions, site meetings; supervise project partners; interview, hire, transfer, or dismiss team members.
• Ensure proper task coding, lead and track work progress, handle team member training, and conduct career development discussions.
• Build effective relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Lead by example, offer coaching and feedback, manage performance.
• Provide high-level management of safety, quality, risk, and compliance; recognize and mitigate unfavorable conditions and seek process improvements.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• OR 10 years trade experience.
• Current driver’s license.
• Ability to fulfill development to closeout responsibilities for multiple, complex projects.
• Detail-oriented; able to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
• Basic understanding of construction law and business practices.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills.
• Positive, professional attitude and strong customer service skills.
• Ability to interpret and communicate company policies.
• Effective communication and active listening skills; ability to travel up to 100%.
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and affirmative action plans.

Superintendent I

• Minimum 5 years construction management or related experience.
• Base pay range: $111,400 – $167,100.

Superintendent 2

• Minimum 8 years construction management or related experience.
• Base pay range: $130,100 – $195,200.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that include no additional cost vision coverage.
• Dental plan.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leave.
• 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of 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, TN, CPT, OPT). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.